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Windows App Icon Generator
Yes — you can generate a Windows app icon with AI and export a multi-size .ico plus the tile images Windows apps use. A Windows .ico bundles 16, 32, 48, and 256 px in one file.
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What sizes do you need for a Windows app icon?
A Windows application icon is a single .ico file containing several sizes — typically 16, 32, 48, and 256 px — so the OS can pick the right one for the taskbar, Explorer, or the desktop. Packaged apps also use square and wide tiles.
Generate the artwork here, then use the free App Icon Generator to export a valid multi-size .ico plus the tile PNGs. Keep the subject centered and simple so it stays readable at 16 px.
The table below lists the .ico sizes and the tile dimensions Windows uses.
Windows app icon & tile sizes
| Usage | Size (px) |
|---|---|
| App icon (multi-size .ico) | 16 / 32 / 48 / 256 |
| Large tile | 310×310 |
| Wide tile | 310×150 |
| Medium tile | 150×150 |
| Small tile | 71×71 |
| Taskbar / Store logo | 44×44 / 50×50 |
Frequently asked questions
- What size is a Windows icon?
- A Windows .ico usually bundles 16, 32, 48, and 256 px in one file. Packaged apps also use tiles from 71×71 up to 310×310 px.
- How do I make a .ico file?
- Generate a high-resolution icon and export it with the App Icon Generator, which packs the sizes into a valid multi-size .ico.