Readme typing SVG
APICustomizable typing & deleting text SVG generator for READMEs
Overview
The Readme Typing SVG API generates dynamic typing and deleting text effects as scalable SVG images. It uses GET requests with URL query parameters to configure text content, typing speed, delete speed, loop count, font styles, colors, and alignment. Responses are lightweight SVG files embeddable directly in GitHub READMEs, project docs, or personal profiles. Use cases include enhancing README headers, adding engaging section dividers, personalizing GitHub profiles, and creating interactive documentation elements—all without authentication or setup.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://github.com/DenverCoder1/readme-typing-svg')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- GET endpoint with query parameters
- SVG output format
- No authentication required
- Customizable typing/delete speeds
- Supports multiple lines & loops
- Styling options (colors, fonts, alignment)
- Markdown embeddable
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Readme typing SVG free to use?
Yes, it is completely free for both personal and commercial use, as it is open source.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not needed. You can generate the SVG directly using URL query parameters.
? What is the response format?
The response is a scalable vector graphics (SVG) file that can be embedded in markdown or HTML documents.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to integrate (img tag in markdown)
- ⊕ Zero setup or registration needed
- ⊕ Open source (GitHub repository)
- ⊕ Highly customizable parameters
- ⊕ Lightweight SVG files load quickly
Cons
- ⊖ Potential rate limits (GitHub raw content constraints)
- ⊖ No official service level agreement (SLA)
- ⊖ Limited to SVG output only
- ⊖ Manual URL parameter configuration required