SVG is a language for describing two-dimensional graphics in
XML. SVG allows for three types of graphic objects: vector graphic shapes (e.g., paths consisting of straight lines and curves), images, and text. Graphical objects can be grouped, styled, transformed and composited into previously rendered objects. Text can be in any of the
XML Namespaces suitable to the application, which enhances searchability and accessibility of the SVG graphics. The feature set includes nested transformations, clipping paths, alpha masks, filter effects, template objects and extensibility. SVG drawings can be dynamic and interactive.
DOM for SVG, which includes the full
XML DOM, allows for straightforward and efficient vector graphics animation via scripting. Event handlers can be assigned to any SVG graphical object. Because of its compatibility and leveraging of other
WWW standards, features like scripting can be done on SVG elements and other
XML elements from different
XML Namespaces simultaneously within the same
WWW page.