lucide-icons

Render Lucide icons as inline SVGs in Rails applications.

5|Updated Jan 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ThinkOodle/rails-skills --skill lucide-icons
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Skill: lucide-icons
Source: https://github.com/ThinkOodle/rails-skills/tree/main/skills/lucide-icons
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ThinkOodle/rails-skills --skill lucide-icons

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of integrating high-quality, scalable vector icons into your Ruby on Rails application, enhancing user interfaces without complex asset management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Effortless Integration: Uses the lucide-rails gem for easy installation and usage.
  • Customizable Icons: Control size, stroke width, and apply CSS for styling.
  • Accessibility: Provides guidance on making icons accessible to all users.
  • Use Case: Add a "settings" icon next to a "Settings" link in your navigation bar, ensuring it scales correctly and inherits text color.

Quick Start

Install the lucide-rails gem by adding gem "lucide-rails" to your Gemfile and running bundle install.

Frequently Asked Questions about lucide-icons

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add scalable SVG icons to my Rails application?

You can add scalable SVG icons to a Rails application by using the lucide-rails gem, which provides Ruby helper methods to render Lucide icons inline. This simplifies integration without complex asset management.

What's the best way to render inline SVG UI icons in Rails without asset pipeline issues?

The best way to render inline SVG UI icons in Rails without asset pipeline issues is using the lucide-rails gem. It generates inline SVGs directly in your views, bypassing external asset management for buttons and navigation.

Can I customize the size and stroke width of Lucide icons in a Rails view?

Yes, you can customize Lucide icons in a Rails view. The lucide-rails gem allows you to control icon size, adjust stroke width, and apply CSS classes for styling to ensure icons inherit text color.

Does the lucide-rails gem provide accessibility features for UI icons?

Yes, the lucide-rails gem provides guidance on making UI icons accessible to all users. It supports best practices for integrating scalable vector icons into navigation, badges, and empty states accessibly.

Do I need to install any dependencies to use Lucide icons in my Ruby on Rails app?

Yes, you need to install the lucide-rails gem to use Lucide icons in your Ruby on Rails app. Add the gem to your Gemfile and run bundle install to enable the Ruby helper methods for SVG generation.

When should I use inline SVG icons over image assets for Rails UI components?

You should use inline SVG icons over image assets for Rails UI components when you need scalable icons that inherit text color and require no complex asset management. The lucide-rails gem facilitates this for buttons and navigation.