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A browser-based svg path to coordinate array converter tool. No data sent to server.

📘 How to Use

  1. Paste your SVG path data (the `d` attribute) into the input area.
  2. {'Choose the output format': 'an array of arrays `[x, y]` or an array of objects `{x, y}`.'}
  3. Adjust the number of sampling points and decimal precision using the sliders.

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SVG Path to Coordinates Converter | Instantly Extract JSON Data from SVG Paths

This tool provides a simple way to convert any SVG path's d attribute into a clean, structured JSON array of coordinates. It's designed for developers and designers who need to extract point data from vector shapes for use in web animations, data visualizations, or interactive graphics.

💡 Tool Overview

  • Real-time Preview: The tool instantly visualizes the original path and the sampled coordinate points, helping you see the effect of your settings.
  • Customizable Sampling: Control the density of the output coordinates using the "Sampling Points" slider, from a simple outline to a highly detailed point cloud.
  • Adjustable Precision: Set the desired number of decimal places for the coordinates to balance accuracy with data size.
  • Flexible JSON Formats: Choose between two common JSON formats: an array of arrays [[x, y], ...] or an array of objects [{x: ..., y: ...}] to fit your project's needs.
  • Secure & Private: All data is processed directly in your browser. No SVG path data is ever sent to a server.

🧐 Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is an SVG path 'd' attribute?

A. The d attribute is a string that defines the shape of a path in SVG. It contains a series of commands (like M for moveto, L for lineto, C for curveto) and coordinates that instruct the renderer how to draw the line. This tool parses that complex string to extract discrete points along the rendered path.

Q. How does the 'Sampling Points' slider work?

A. It determines how many points are calculated and evenly distributed along the entire length of the SVG path. A higher number results in a more detailed coordinate array and a larger JSON output, while a lower number provides a simpler, more abstract representation of the shape. This is useful for balancing animation performance and visual fidelity.

📚 Technical Tidbits: The Power of getPointAtLength()

This tool leverages the powerful SVGGeometryElement.getPointAtLength() method, a native browser API. This function allows developers to programmatically find the x and y coordinates of any point along a given path, specified by its distance from the start. It's the engine behind many path-based animations, such as making an object or text follow a complex curve.

By first using getTotalLength() to find the path's full length and then iterating with getPointAtLength() at calculated intervals, we can sample the path at any desired resolution. This technique is fundamental for tasks like creating particle effects along a shape, calculating collision detection points, or deconstructing vector graphics for analysis in libraries like D3.js or Three.js.