
Rough.js is a light weight javascript library that lets you draw graphics with a hand-drawn, sketchy, appearance.
Sketchy Graphics
Allows users to create graphics that resemble hand-drawn sketches.
Supports Canvas and SVG
Provides flexibility to work with both Canvas and SVG for drawing.
Customizable Fill Styles
Offers various fill styles such as hachure, solid, and zigzag to enhance graphics.
Lightweight Library
Small size (<9kB gzipped) makes it easy to integrate into projects without performance issues.
Rough.js is a compact graphics library that enables developers to create graphics in a sketchy, hand-drawn style. It defines various primitives including lines, curves, arcs, polygons, circles, and ellipses, making it versatile for different drawing needs. The library is simple to use, requiring minimal setup to get started with drawing on a Canvas or SVG element.
The library is less than 9kB gzipped, ensuring quick loading times. It provides an extensive API for drawing shapes, lines, and paths with customizable options for appearance, including roughness and fill styles.
Creating custom illustrations for web applications.
Building interactive diagrams and flowcharts.
Designing visually appealing data visualizations.
You can install Rough.js via npm using the command: npm install --save roughjs.
Yes, Rough.js supports drawing on existing SVG elements.
Available fill styles include hachure, solid, zigzag, cross-hatch, dots, sunburst, dashed, and zigzag-line.