BMP to ICO

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Convert a BMP graphic into an ICO asset

ICO is used for desktop application icons and traditional favicons. Converting a BMP can create a starting icon, but the result should be evaluated at every required display size.

Useful scenarios

  • Build an icon candidate from an existing bitmap.
  • Prepare a favicon for compatibility testing.
  • Convert a square legacy logo for a Windows shortcut.

Recommended workflow

  1. Crop or pad the BMP to a square canvas.
  2. Convert and preview it at small pixel sizes.
  3. Verify whether the ICO contains all resolutions expected by the platform.

Technical example

Thin text that looks readable at 256 pixels often disappears at 16 pixels, so a simplified symbol usually works better.

Limitations and safety

Transparency and multi-resolution packaging vary between ICO tools. Test on the real target and keep the original design source for future exports.

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