Custom Folder Icons on Mac: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you tired of the default folder icons on your Mac? Do you want to add a personal touch to your digital files? You're in luck! With just a few simple steps, you can customize your folder icons using Preview. In this article, we'll show you how.

Step 1: Prepare Your Icon

First, open the Preview app on your Mac and select 'File' > 'New From Clipboard' from the menu bar. This will create a new document in Preview. Then, copy the icon you want to use by clicking 'Edit' > 'Copy' from the menu bar or using the keyboard shortcut Command + C.

Step 2: Edit Your Icon

Next, open the Get Info window for the folder you want to customize. You can do this by selecting the file or folder and clicking 'File' > 'Get Info' from the menu bar or right-clicking and choosing 'Get Info'. In the Get Info window, select the icon on the top left to highlight it.

Step 3: Change the Icon Color

Now, you'll see the folder icon display for editing. Click the Markup button in the toolbar at the top of the Preview app. You can use the Tint slider to choose the color you want for the icon. Once you've colored the icon to your liking, simply copy it and paste it back into the Get Info window.

Step 4: Paste Your Icon

Select the icon in the Get Info window to highlight it, then click 'Edit' > 'Paste' from the menu bar or use the keyboard shortcut Command + V. You'll see the icon on the top left of that window.

That's it! With these simple steps, you can customize your folder icons on Mac using Preview. Whether you want to add a personal touch or make your files stand out, this easy method is perfect for getting started.

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