The Heroicons scissors icon visually represents cutting or trimming, commonly used in UIs for actions like deleting, editing, or separating content.
Common uses
- Delete item confirmation
- Edit mode toggle
- Cut content action
Use it in React
Install
npm i @heroicons/reactImport & render
import { ScissorsIcon } from '@heroicons/react/24/outline';
<ScissorsIcon className="size-6" />Styles
Heroicons ships this icon in 4 styles — each its own import:
24/outline
<ScissorsIcon className="size-6" />24/solid
<ScissorsIcon className="size-6" />20/solid
<ScissorsIcon className="size-6" />16/solid
<ScissorsIcon className="size-6" />Details
- Library
- Heroicons (324 icons)
- License
- MIT
- viewBox
0 0 24 24- Keywords
- scissorscuttrimeditdelete
FAQ
- What does the scissors icon represent?
- It represents cutting, trimming, or separating. In UIs, it's often used for delete, edit, or cut actions.
- How do I use the scissors icon in React?
- Import it using `import { ScissorsIcon } from '@heroicons/react/24/outline'` and then use it as a React component: `<ScissorsIcon />`.
- What is the license for Heroicons?
- Heroicons are provided under the MIT license, allowing for free use in both personal and commercial projects.
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