Convert PSD to ICO

How to convert psd to ico. Possible psd to ico converters.

Convert psd to ico

How to convert psd to ico file

Icons are usually created either with dedicated icon making program, or simply by a graphics editor and renaming of the file extension. Of course PSD format is obvious choice for Photoshop, but this might also be doable with some alternative graphics editor that support Photoshop's formats. Also export to JPG/PNG might be needed as not every graphics editor support ICO format, which will require another tool for making the icons.

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Understanding PSD and ICO file formats

PSD (Photoshop Document) is a layered image file used in Adobe Photoshop. It is the default format that Photoshop uses for saving data. PSD files allow users to work with the images' individual layers even after the file has been saved.

ICO (Icon) is a file format used for icons in Microsoft Windows. ICO files contain one or more small images at multiple sizes and color depths, so they can be scaled appropriately.

How to convert PSD to ICO

Converting a PSD file to an ICO file involves transforming a layered image into a format suitable for icons. This process typically requires flattening the image and resizing it to standard icon dimensions.

Best software for PSD to ICO conversion

One of the best software options for converting PSD to ICO is Adobe Photoshop itself, as it supports both formats. Here’s how you can do it:

  • Open your PSD file in Adobe Photoshop.
  • Go to FileExportSave for Web (Legacy).
  • Choose the desired size and format, then save it as a PNG.
  • Use a tool like ConvertICO (an online converter) to convert the PNG to ICO.

Another option is GIMP, a free and open-source image editor that can handle PSD files with the help of plugins. You can then use an online converter to change the output to ICO.


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