FAQ
What is the format of the downloaded files?
The downloaded files are in .svg (scalable vector graphics). SVG images are vector-based files that use mathematical algorithms to display images. This allows them to be scaled up or down without significant loss in quality.
Are SVG images editable?
Yes, SVG images are easily editable. Basic edits can be made easily in PowerPoint. However, if you need more extensive editing to obtain the desired results for our template, you can use an open-source, free vector graphics editor like Inkscape or paid vector graphics software like Affinity or Adobe Illustrator.
Can SVG images be inserted in Microsoft Word or PowerPoint?
Yes, SVG images can be inserted in Microsoft Word or PowerPoint just like you can insert .jpg or .png files. These images can also be modified in PowerPoint and Microsoft Word. Both applications have basic editing functions that can make small image changes.
What are the terms of use for illustrations provided by the website?
All the images on this website are under a Creative Commons by Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY SA-4.0) license. This means you are free to use, share, and adapt it even for publication and commercial purposes as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author and indicate if changes were made.
How to cite the website?
If you have used illustrations from our website for your thesis, presentations, publications, or posters, please cite us by mentioning “Images are obtained from BioDraws.com.” in the figure legend.
Why some illustrations change their color when I edit them in PowerPoint?
Some illustrations were filled with gradient colors while being created in Adobe Illustrations. When you try to edit those illustrations in PowerPoint, we notice that it changes the colour. It could be that PowerPoint does not recognize the gradient fill in Adobe Illustrators due to the complexity of the gradient, as PowerPoint is more basic and may not interpret them correctly. However, there’s a solution. PowerPoint has a gradient fill feature, which you can use to make it look similar in colour to the initial template. But if you need to edit it and don’t want to lose colour, you can turn to the powerful vector-graphic editing software Inkscape. Inkscape’s robust capabilities put you in control, allowing you to edit complex gradients without losing colour fidelity.