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Change app icons on MacOS by adjusting system settings or using third-party tools.

Change app icons on MacOS by adjusting system settings or using third-party tools.

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J4im3x0
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12-17-2016, 05:22 PM
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I've attempted the copy/paste method in the "Get Info" pane, but it doesn't function in Safari or other standard Mac apps. Look for options to adjust Dock and Launchpad icons, or check if third-party tools can help.
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J4im3x0
12-17-2016, 05:22 PM #1

I've attempted the copy/paste method in the "Get Info" pane, but it doesn't function in Safari or other standard Mac apps. Look for options to adjust Dock and Launchpad icons, or check if third-party tools can help.

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sarahdem59
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12-29-2016, 05:28 PM
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I discovered this resource while scrolling through Twitter. It links to a GitHub project for customizing VS Code icons. The process involves using separate color layers so you can easily adjust colors without altering size. You pick an artboard, export SVG, then PNG at half size. For macOS users, download the image and save it as .ICNS. If budget allows, you can also get an .ico version. To add icons, simply install the app, drag your custom icon in, and apply changes. The instructions suggest not committing the sample sketch file and recommend using the provided tools for best results.
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sarahdem59
12-29-2016, 05:28 PM #2

I discovered this resource while scrolling through Twitter. It links to a GitHub project for customizing VS Code icons. The process involves using separate color layers so you can easily adjust colors without altering size. You pick an artboard, export SVG, then PNG at half size. For macOS users, download the image and save it as .ICNS. If budget allows, you can also get an .ico version. To add icons, simply install the app, drag your custom icon in, and apply changes. The instructions suggest not committing the sample sketch file and recommend using the provided tools for best results.

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GhostyLite
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12-29-2016, 06:57 PM
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The VSCode icon issue is already resolved; the real challenge lies with apps such as Safari, Messenger, and Reminders. The copy/paste method isn’t effective, and modifying .icns files isn’t possible on MacOS due to security restrictions. I’ll attempt the Liteicon option instead.
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GhostyLite
12-29-2016, 06:57 PM #3

The VSCode icon issue is already resolved; the real challenge lies with apps such as Safari, Messenger, and Reminders. The copy/paste method isn’t effective, and modifying .icns files isn’t possible on MacOS due to security restrictions. I’ll attempt the Liteicon option instead.

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diggerboy657
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12-30-2016, 12:29 AM
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It seems El Capitan added a feature blocking modifications to system icons. Sad to hear about the loss of my blue-themed desktop, but at least it’s fixed!
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diggerboy657
12-30-2016, 12:29 AM #4

It seems El Capitan added a feature blocking modifications to system icons. Sad to hear about the loss of my blue-themed desktop, but at least it’s fixed!

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