How To Show Svg File On React Native

React Native has empowered developers to build fantastic cross-platform apps using the power of JavaScript and React. When it comes to displaying SVG files in a React Native project, it can be a bit tricky, but fear not – we've got you covered with some simple steps to make it happen!

First things first, ensure you have the necessary dependencies installed in your project. You'll need the `react-native-svg` package, which allows React Native to render SVG images seamlessly.

To begin, install the `react-native-svg` package by running the following command in your project directory:

npm install react-native-svg

After installing the package, link it to your project by running:

npx react-native link react-native-svg

Now that the `react-native-svg` package is properly set up, it's time to display your SVG file in your React Native component.

- Import the necessary components from `react-native-svg`:

import Svg, { Image } from 'react-native-svg';

- In your component, use the `Image` component to render the SVG file. Don't forget to provide the `source` prop with the path to your SVG file:

const App = () => {
  return (
    
      
    
  );
};

It's important to note that React Native's Packager doesn't bundle SVG files by default, so you'll need to add a custom transformer to handle SVG files. You can achieve this by using the `react-native-svg-transformer` package.

Install the `react-native-svg-transformer` package by running:

npm install react-native-svg-transformer

After installing the package, configure the Metro Bundler to use the SVG transformer by adding the following code to your `metro.config.js`:

const { getDefaultConfig } = require('metro-config');

module.exports = (async () => {
  const { resolver: { sourceExts, assetExts } } = await getDefaultConfig();
  return {
    resolver: {
      assetExts: [...assetExts, 'svg']
    }
  };
})();

Don't forget to import the SVG file correctly in your component and ensure the path is accurate.

Congrats! You've successfully displayed an SVG file in your React Native project. Feel free to explore and customize further with animations or interactions to create engaging user experiences.

By following these steps and leveraging the power of React Native, you can seamlessly integrate SVG files into your app, elevating its visual appeal and functionality. Happy coding!