# expo | Expo | Knowledge Base | Instagit

An open-source framework for making universal native apps with React. Expo runs on Android, iOS, and the web.

GitHub Stars: 47.2k

Repository: https://github.com/expo/expo

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## Articles

### [Why You Can't Install Expo CLI Globally: Common Errors and Fixes](/expo/expo/why-cant-globally-install-expo-cli)

Troubleshoot Expo CLI global installation errors. Learn common fixes for permission issues, Node.js mismatches, and PATH problems to successfully install Expo CLI.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-14

### [How to Use a Local SVG File and Color It Using React Native SVG in Expo](/expo/expo/how-to-color-local-svg-react-native-svg)

Learn to use local SVG files in React Native with Expo SVG. Import SVGs as components and dynamically color them using the fill prop for custom styling.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-14

### [How to Upgrade Expo SDK to a Specific Version: Complete CLI Walkthrough](/expo/expo/how-to-upgrade-expo-sdk-specific-version)

Seamlessly upgrade Expo SDK to a specific version with our CLI walkthrough. Learn how to target exact releases or jump to the latest stable version effortlessly.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [Expo vs React Native: Understanding the Difference and What Expo Is in React Native](/expo/expo/what-is-difference-expo-react-native-what-is-expo-in-react-native)

Explore Expo vs React Native to understand their differences. Discover how Expo streamlines React Native development with its managed runtime and SDK services.

- Tags: primer
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [How to Create a React Native Project with Expo: The Complete Initialization Guide](/expo/expo/how-to-initialize-create-react-native-project)

Initialize a React Native project fast with create-expo-app. Our guide covers scaffolding, templates, and setup for a seamless start. Create React Native project effortlessly.

- Tags: getting-started
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [How to Generate an APK That Runs Without a Server with React Native](/expo/expo/how-to-generate-apk-no-server-react-native-build-apk)

Generate a React Native APK without a server using EAS Build. Compile your app into a standalone Android APK embedding the JavaScript bundle directly for runtime.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [How to Get TypeScript Type Definitions for Icon Names in React Native Expo Vector Icons](/expo/expo/how-to-type-icon-name-expo-icons)

Learn how to get precise TypeScript type definitions for Expo Vector Icons in React Native. Master icon name completions and avoid errors with a simple keyof typeof trick.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [Expo Image Picker vs React Native Image Picker: Architecture and Usage Differences](/expo/expo/expo-vs-react-native-image-picker)

Compare Expo Image Picker and React Native Image Picker for your app. Understand architecture differences, out of the box setup vs manual linking, and integration for seamless image selection.

- Tags: deep-dive
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [How to Use Expo Vector Icons Dynamically Through Props in TypeScript React Native](/expo/expo/how-to-use-expo-vector-icons-dynamically)

Learn to dynamically render Expo Vector Icons in TypeScript React Native using props. Pass icon names via the name property for type-safe customization with union types or generics.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-12

### [Does React Native Have Native Support for Linear Gradient?](/expo/expo/does-react-native-support-linear-gradient)

React Native lacks native gradient support, but Expo offers expo-linear-gradient, a first-class solution for iOS and Android. Implement stunning gradients seamlessly.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-11

### [How to Show an SVG File in React Native Using react-native-svg](/expo/expo/how-svg-file-react-native-svg)

Learn to show SVG files in React Native with react-native-svg. Easily render vector graphics in your app using SVG components without native linking.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-02-11