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Microsoft Windows Icon (.ico)

The ICO file extension, standing for "Icon", is integral to Microsoft Windows for storing icons of different sizes and color depths. Its primary use is to display graphical representations of executable programs, files, and folders within the Windows operating system. The ICO format's origins trace back to the early versions of Windows, evolving over the decades to support enhanced resolutions and alpha transparency. Today, ICO files ensure visually consistent and scalable icons that maintain their appearance across various display settings, aligning with modern user interface standards.

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Microsoft Windows Icon (.icon)

An ICON file, an abbreviation for Icon Image File, is primarily used in Microsoft Windows operating systems to represent graphical icons. These files are essential for visually identifying applications, files, and folders, enhancing user experience through graphical representation. ICON files support multiple sizes and color depths, ensuring compatibility and visual clarity across different display settings. Introduced in the early versions of Windows, ICON files have evolved to accommodate higher resolutions and color variations, aligning with advancements in display technology. Their primary function is to provide a quick, intuitive visual reference for software and system elements.

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How to convert ICO to ICON?

  1. Upload ICO File

    Choose your ICO image for uploading to our ICO converter.

  2. Select ICO Tools

    Pick any ICO to ICON tools if you need to edit your ICO file, then click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your ICON

    Let the file convert, then you can download your ICON file right afterward.

Convert ICO to ICON

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How to change ICO format to ICON?

To change ICO format to ICON, upload your ICO file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your ICO file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted ICON file afterward.

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Convert ICO to ICON on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to ICO file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ICO_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ICO_INPUT_FILE --to icon

Convert ICO to ICON on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to ICO file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ICO_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ICO_INPUT_FILE --to icon

Convert ICO to ICON on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to ICO file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ICO_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ICO_INPUT_FILE --to icon

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