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IconBuilder is a powerful filter for creating desktop, toolbar and image icons for use with Photoshop or Fireworks.
IconBuilder Windows is a powerful filter for use with Photoshop and MS Windows that builds desktop icons.
IconBuilder is available for Mac OS X users for $79.00. A multi-user site license is also available for $349.00
There are currently two upgrade options available depending on your original purchase and registration date.
IconBuilder for Windows is available for $49.00 for a single user license. A multi-user site license is $249.00
IconBuilder for Windows requires a PC running Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Adobe Photoshop 7.0 or later.
PowerPC or Intel processor; Photoshop 7.x+, Photoshop Elements 2.x, or Fireworks MX 2004+.
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Creating a website favorite icon is simple. Build an icon normally, save the .ico file, and name it "favicon.ico".
IconBuilder 8 is a completely new version written from the ground up with all new features and user interface.
The Mac version can convert icons from Windows to Mac and vice versa. There are some other Mac only features as well.
Simply create a .ico file, name the final file favicon.ico, and upload it to the root directory of your website.
Yes, the filter was created especially to construct the 32-bit, deep mask resources that were added for Win XP and Vista.
Certainly! IconBuilder supports the creation of icon resources of any size up to and including 1024x1024 pixels.
Yes, IconBuilder for Windows handles the older, traditional .ico icon formats just as quickly and easily as modern ones.
Yes! IconBuilder supports the creation of both classic and modern Windows or .ico files from your Macintosh.
Absolutely! IconBuilder supports the creation of modern, 32-bit (millions of colors), deep mask icons.
This problem is a bug in Tiger and is not related to IconBuilder. Try using our free IconExaminer app instead.
Read this complete support item for a quick list of steps, or consult the PDF guide included with your download.
The QuickBuild button automatically creates all available sizes and bit depths for an icon from what is available.
This is the Resource Grid and it represents all of the individual icon resources that can be compiled into an icon.
Yes, the "Cycle" button lets you step through a variety of different background colors.
It takes the icon in the Target Icon File window and applies it back out to the currently selected layer in Photoshop.
Once you have filled the Resource Grid, simply click the Save button, select a name and a save destination.
If you are creating icons for older versions of Windows like 95/98/NT, start with the 8-bit, 256 color palette.
Experience has taught us that designing smaller icon versions by hand really is the way to get the best results.
There are several things you can do to save yourself time when using IconBuilder for Windows. Read on for more information.
Working from Photoshop layers really helps you to quickly and easily move components, recolor, or resize.
Yes, be sure to name individual layers, turn layer transparency on and view your work at multiple sizes.
Consider the target platform carefully before you create individual resources that you may not end up needing.
The first thing to do is to check and make sure your PC meets the proper system requirements to run the filter.
Until the filter is purchased, there is a startup delay to encourage you to register your copy of IconBuilder for Windows.
You may have built icon data into a grid cell in the 24x24 column. If so, clear that data and re-save.
There are really three parts to designing icons: concept, creation and construction. Read on to learn more.
Set the size slider to the desired dimensions and then press Shift-Command-C to copy. Switch to Photoshop and paste.
Please consult the Tutorial that comes included with your IconBuilder download, or follow quick start guide here.
This grid is the Resource List and represents all the icon resources that can be compiled into a single icon.
Yes, you can change colors by using the "Options..." button in the lower right corner and selecting "Appearance".
These controls add and delete data from the Resource Grid. Consult the IconBuilder Tutorial for exact functions.
The verify panel allows you to quickly check if your icon has extra or missing resources for the target platform and OS.
IconBuilder uses 8-bit resources when saving BMPs and GIFs and 32-bit resources for saving TIFFs and PNGs.
We recommend you consult the Tutorial that comes with the IconBuilder download to learn more about Open/Drop icons.
For the best results, we recommend designing 16x16 versions by hand in Photoshop with pixel-clicking.
There are several helpful IconBuilder tips and tricks including modifier keys, checking the verify panel and more.
It is a safety net that allows you to rebuild your icon without redrawing or modifying the entire image.
Some tips and trick when using IconBuilder with Photoshop include magnification levels, naming layers and more.
Yes, there are many good IconBuilder tips! See the full description for general tips on building and saving icons.
Be sure to set IconBuilder to save as a folder with a custom icon applied to it, or the Finder won't display it properly.
Make sure you are not saving the icon as an ".icns" file or that your icon contains more than just 128x128 resources.
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