Step 4: The gradient we have done were fading to white but what if we want to change the color of gradient and also the color to which it fades, then we select the nodes in case of square top node will change the color where it starts and the bottom node will indicate the color of the gradient to which the original color fades or mixes in. Thought this method will not create gradient from the center as you have to guess it. Step 3: Then using create circle tool or press E we have created a circle and then again use the gradient tool but this time we will select create radial elliptical or circular gradient from the control bar. But for more accurate degrees you can hold Ctrl for 15-degree increments. You can change the angle of the gradient by dragging it in different direction.

By default, a linear gradient will be created.

Click first on where you want to start the gradient and release it when you want to end your gradient. Step 2: Then use the create and edit gradient tool or press G and then drag onto the square object which will create a gradient.

Inkscape vector image with gradient