The UML2SVG extension for Visual Studio Code allows you to easily convert PlantUML diagrams into SVG images using a custom PlantUML server. This extension provides a simple way to visualize your UML diagrams and includes a feature to copy the SVG code directly to your clipboard.

• Convert PlantUML diagrams to SVG images.
• Display SVG images in a preview panel.
• Copy SVG code to clipboard with a single click.

1. Open a PlantUML File: Open any .uml file in Visual Studio Code.
2. Preview the UML Diagram: Use the command View UML to open a preview panel displaying the SVG image of your UML diagram.
3. Copy SVG Code: Click the "Copy SVG Code" button in the preview panel to copy the SVG code to your clipboard.

1. Download the Extension: Download the .vsix file of this extension.
2. Install the Extension:
   • Open the Extensions view in VS Code (Ctrl+Shift+X).
   • Click on the three-dot menu on the top-right corner.
   • Select "Install from VSIX...".
   • Navigate to your .vsix file and install it.

• Visual Studio Code
• An internet connection to communicate with the PlantUML server.

This extension contributes the following settings:

• uml2svg.serverUrl: The URL of the PlantUML server to use for rendering SVG images.

Here's an example of a PlantUML diagram you can try:

@startuml
Alice -> Bob: Hello Bob, how are you?
Bob --> Alice: I am good thanks!
@enduml

Save the above text in a .uml file and use the View UML command to see the rendered SVG image.

If you find any issues or have suggestions for new features, please open an issue or submit a pull request on this GitHub repository.

This extension is licensed under the MIT License.

• Initial release of UML2SVG extension.

Enjoy!