What is @heroicons/vue?
@heroicons/vue is a Vue.js library that provides a collection of free, high-quality SVG icons. These icons are designed to be simple and easy to use in Vue.js applications. The package includes both outline and solid icons, making it versatile for different design needs.
What are @heroicons/vue's main functionalities?
Outline Icons
This feature allows you to use outline icons in your Vue.js application. The example demonstrates how to import and use an outline icon named 'academic-cap'.
<template>
<div>
<HeroIcon name="academic-cap" outline />
</div>
</template>
<script>
import { HeroIcon } from '@heroicons/vue/outline';
export default {
components: {
HeroIcon
}
};
</script>
Solid Icons
This feature allows you to use solid icons in your Vue.js application. The example demonstrates how to import and use a solid icon named 'academic-cap'.
<template>
<div>
<HeroIcon name="academic-cap" solid />
</div>
</template>
<script>
import { HeroIcon } from '@heroicons/vue/solid';
export default {
components: {
HeroIcon
}
};
</script>
Customizable Icons
This feature allows you to customize the size and color of the icons. The example demonstrates how to apply custom classes to an outline icon to change its size and color.
<template>
<div>
<HeroIcon name="academic-cap" outline class="w-6 h-6 text-blue-500" />
</div>
</template>
<script>
import { HeroIcon } from '@heroicons/vue/outline';
export default {
components: {
HeroIcon
}
};
</script>
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