makeicns ☆
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Description:
Create icns files from the command-line
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: macos icons developer-tools cli utility
Install: brew install makeicns
About:
Makeicns is a command-line utility that simplifies the creation of Apple Icon Image (.icns) files. It automates the process of generating the multiple image sizes required by macOS from a single input image. This tool is essential for developers needing to provide proper icons for their macOS applications.
Key Features:
  • Generates .icns files from standard image formats
  • Automatically creates all necessary icon sizes and densities
  • Simple command-line interface for easy integration into build scripts
  • Eliminates the need for manual image resizing and assembly
Use Cases:
  • Developing macOS applications and needing to bundle app icons
  • Creating custom icons for folders or files on macOS
  • Automating icon generation in CI/CD pipelines for Mac software
Alternatives:
  • sips – Built-in macOS tool that can manipulate images but requires more complex scripting to generate full .icns files.
  • Image2icon – A GUI-based application that offers more visual customization but is less suited for automated workflows.
Version History
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Sep 16, 2025 2:56am 0 VERSION_BUMP f20a5662
Sep 29, 2023 6:04pm 0 VERSION_BUMP f4d8efa2
Nov 29, 2022 1:54am 0 VERSION_BUMP 36d423cb
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