# Vector Asset Creator

So you have decided to contribute to Arcticons, using your Android device. Vector asset creator is one of the easiest ways to create simple vectors.

## Getting started

* Install [Vector Asset Creator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.inglesdivino.vectorassetcreator)
* Set the canvas size to be 48dp by 48dp from the navigation pane

## Begin drawing

* Add a reference image **\[navigation pane > background > image]**
* Add some lines using the “Add stroke” tool from the toolbar at the top. e.g., **\[Add stroke > circle]** You'll notice that the fill color is white, and the stroke color is black.
* Click the fill color tool and slide the fill-opacity slider all the way left, now the fill-color should be transparent.
* Click the stroke color tool **\[More > stroke color]**, and set it to any convenient color. e.g., for contrast.
* Similarly, set stroke width as per convenience.
* Keep adding strokes, and finish the drawing.

## Exporting

* Remove the background image \[navigation > background > clear]
* Click the “Select” tool and select the entire image.
* Click the “Resize” tool and pull the bottom-right corner to resize the icon to fit the canvas perfectly.
* From the navigation pane, select “Export” > SVG > turn off “include background color”
* The icon should be saved at Downloads/Vector Asset Creator/