{
  "id": 9413490,
  "title": "I built a browser-based vector editor without AI features",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/i-built-a-browser-based-vector-editor-without-ai-features",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-23T20:51:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dev.to",
    "slug": "dev-to",
    "url": "https://dev.to/io64bit/i-built-a-browser-based-vector-editor-without-ai-1di9"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "I wanted a simple vector editor that I could use directly in my browser without any AI features, prompts, or AI-generated designs. That's how Scissor came to be. I initially considered naming it OpenScissor and making it open source, but I didn't want Microsoft to train their models on it. The editor includes the typical features you'd expect, such as shapes, paths, text, and layers. However, my main goal was to provide a straightforward design tool rather than a feature-rich application with unnecessary complexities. I didn't build Scissor as a professional-grade vector graphics software, but rather as a lightweight editor for those who simply want to move points around, tweak paths, draw shapes, and bring their ideas to life. The idea is to let users focus on the creative process without interference from AI or overly complicated interfaces. While I didn't use AI in the development of Scissor, I did employ new tools and techniques along the way. I'm eager to hear feedback from those who work with SVGs, illustrations, or icons, as well as from anyone who occasionally needs a vector editor. What features are missing? What seems annoying or unnecessary? What would make you consider using a browser-based vector editor? Additionally, I'm currently working on an alternative UI, and I'd appreciate knowing what feels overly complicated about the current interface. You can try Scissor at https://scissor.samalstudios.com/.",
  "summary": "I wanted a vector editor that I could open in my browser and just use . No AI generating things for me, No prompts. No \"let AI design it.\" (tbf it's not that cheap also to offer that for free) Just a vector editor. So I built Scissor. Try it: https://scissor.samalstudios.com/ Initially I wanted to call it OpenScissor and make it open source, but hey I don't want Microsft to train their agens on.…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}