Question 1

What does the Programming Broken icon mean?

Accepted Answer

The programming-broken icon represents a broken or error-related programming symbol. This icon is part of the Solar library's UI category. The programming icon originates from the concept of coding and software development, representing errors or issues that arise during the development process. Its significance lies in its association with debugging and troubleshooting.

Question 2

Where is the Programming Broken icon used?

Accepted Answer

In real-world applications, the programming-broken icon appears in software such as integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio, IntelliJ, and online code editors. It is commonly used in user interfaces to provide a clear and concise way to access error-related functionality. For example, in a code editor, this icon might be used to represent a syntax error or a broken code snippet.

Question 3

What does the Programming Broken icon tell users?

Accepted Answer

From a UX perspective, the programming-broken icon communicates the presence of an error or issue in the code. It helps users understand that they need to address the problem to ensure the functionality and performance of their software application. The icon's clear design ensures that it is easily recognizable and accessible, making it a valuable component of digital interfaces.

Question 4

Can I download the Programming Broken icon as SVG or PNG?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Open Get icon, then Download file: SVG for code or design tools like Figma; PNG, WebP or JPEG at 512px; or an ICO favicon with 16, 32 and 48px inside. Each one uses what you set in Customize.

Question 5

How do I install the Programming Broken icon with the shadcn CLI?

Accepted Answer

Sign in (it's free), then open Get icon, Install with shadcn CLI, and pick your package manager to copy the command. It adds the icon to components/icons/solar-programming-broken.tsx.

Question 6

How do I use the Programming Broken icon in Next.js or React?

Accepted Answer

Copy it as React (from Get icon, or the Code section): a typed ProgrammingBrokenIcon component you paste into your project, with no package to install. It works in Next.js and any React app.

Question 7

How do I use the Programming Broken icon in Vue, Svelte or Angular?

Accepted Answer

Open Get icon, then Copy as code, and pick Vue, Svelte, Angular, Solid or Preact; the Code section shows each one too. Every version is one self-contained component with the SVG inside.

Question 8

Can my AI agent install it for me?

Accepted Answer

With Pro, the shadcn.io MCP server lets Claude Code, Cursor or any MCP client find the Programming Broken icon, or any of 7,404 Solar icons, and install it from a prompt.

Question 9

Can I use the Programming Broken icon in commercial projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with credit: CC BY 4.0 asks you to credit the author (480 Design) where you use the icons. The full terms are in the license, linked on this page.

Question 10

Is the Programming Broken icon free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Copying and downloading it is free, and the shadcn CLI install only needs a free account.

Question 11

How do I change the color of the Programming Broken icon?

Accepted Answer

It's drawn in currentColor, so it takes the text color wherever you use it. To bake a color in, set one in Customize before you copy.

Question 12

How do I change the size of the Programming Broken icon?

Accepted Answer

Set width and height on the component, or a class like size-6. It's drawn on a 24 × 24 grid, so it stays sharp at any size. Customize also sets the size it exports at, its padding and rotation, and its stroke.

Question 13

How do I make the Programming Broken icon accessible?

Accepted Answer

Next to a visible label it's decoration: add aria-hidden="true" so screen readers skip it. Standing alone, as in an icon button, give the button a name instead, like aria-label="Programming Broken", so screen readers say what it does.

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