icon-retrieval

Query a public HTTP API to retrieve SVG icon strings by keyword.

454|35|Updated Jan 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/antvis/chart-visualization-skills --skill icon-retrieval-antvis
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Skill: icon-retrieval
Source: https://github.com/antvis/chart-visualization-skills/tree/main/skills/icon-retrieval
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/antvis/chart-visualization-skills --skill icon-retrieval-antvis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Icon retrieval solves the tedious task of locating suitable SVG icons and obtaining their raw SVG strings for quick embedding in dashboards, infographics, and UI prototypes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Icon search: Query the API with a text keyword to fetch matching icon URLs and SVG content.
  • SVG retrieval: Retrieve raw SVG strings ready for embedding in design systems or code.
  • Use Case: Generate consistent visuals in dashboards or documentation by programmatically sourcing appropriate icons for categories like data, security, and analytics.

Quick Start

Fetch the top 5 icons for the keyword "data" from the API and save their SVGs for use in a visualization.

Frequently Asked Questions about icon-retrieval

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get raw SVG strings for embedding in UI prototypes and dashboards?

To get raw SVG strings for UI prototypes, you query a public HTTP API using a text keyword to search for and retrieve matching icon URLs. The API returns JSON responses containing the SVG content ready for immediate embedding.

What's the best way to programmatically source scalable icons for infographics?

The best way to programmatically source scalable icons for infographics is to query an icon retrieval HTTP API with category keywords like data, security, or analytics, then parse the JSON response to extract and embed the raw SVG strings into your visualizations.

Do I need curl to fetch SVG icons via an HTTP API?

You need curl or an equivalent HTTP client to fetch SVG icons via the API. The retrieval process requires sending an HTTP request with a text keyword query and parsing the returned JSON response to extract the SVG content.

How does keyword-based icon search work for documentation visuals?

Keyword-based icon search works by sending a text query to a public HTTP API, which matches the keyword against a database of SVG icons. The API returns a JSON response with icon URLs and raw SVG strings, allowing you to generate consistent documentation visuals programmatically.

Can I retrieve multiple SVG icons for design systems in a single API request?

You can retrieve multiple SVG icons for design systems by querying the HTTP API with a text keyword. The API searches for matching icons and returns a JSON response containing multiple icon URLs and their corresponding raw SVG strings for embedding.

When should I use an HTTP API for SVG retrieval instead of manual icon sourcing?

You should use an HTTP API for SVG retrieval instead of manual sourcing when generating consistent visuals in dashboards, infographics, or documentation programmatically. It eliminates the tedious task of locating suitable icons and obtaining their raw SVG strings for quick embedding.