How To Change App Icons On Android?

The key strength of Android is customization, as you can customize and change the Android smartphones according to your preference. This includes customizing the system font, using a custom launcher, and even trying different themes. That’s not all, though. You can also change app icons on your smartphone. 

Changing the app icons is an excellent way to give your smartphone a little personality boost. Wondering how? We will show you the options and a step-by-step guide. Keep reading to find out.

Overview of Customizing App Icons on Android

Before jumping into changing your app icons, you should consider a few points about how Android app icon customization work. 

• Firstly, like most Android guides, the procedure may differ based on your smartphone model. 
• Further, the default launcher of your smartphone may not support icon customization. For example, Google’s first-party phones with Pixel launchers do not support this feature.
• The quickest method to change and customize your device app icons is by installing a new launcher. We’ll focus on this method but will also share how to change app icons with other methods.

How to Change App Icons on Android?

Changing individual app icons on Android devices is pretty easy and quick.

• Search for the app icon you want to customize. A pop-up will appear when you press and hold the desired app icon.
• Choose “Edit.”
• A pop-up window will appear, showing you the application name as well as the app icon. You can customize both.
• Tap on the app icon to select a different icon. You can then choose the one from the given options.
• If you are not satisfied with the default options, you have the choice to download an icon pack from Google Playstore.

How to Change App Icons With Custom Launchers?

Another way to customize your app icons is through a launcher. A launcher provides a bundle of options to customize your smartphone’s home screen. A wide variety of launchers is available that work differently. Here, we will discuss how to use the Nova Launcher for Android devices and how to customize your phone icons with its help.

• Firstly, you need to download the Nova Launcher for Android smartphones.
• Once downloaded, open the Nova Launcher app and follow the on-screen setup instructions.
• Now, return to the home screen. You will see an automatic prompt asking if you wish to switch to the Nova Launcher; else, you can tap the app icon to make this switch.
• Select the “Nova settings” to customize your app icons.
• Then go for the “Look & Feel” option and select “Icon Style” from the menu.
• Choose the “Icon Theme” and switch between different available theme options.
• Nova Launcher does not offer custom app icons; you must download icon packs from the Playstore.
• You can also preview the icons look by selecting the “Preview” option present on the upper portion of the screen.

How to Customize Individual App Icons on Android?

Applying the icon packs is convenient and results in a unified visual theme. But, in case you just want to customize each app icon separately, you can do that too. For this, you’ll need a launcher that allows customization for the individual app icon.

If you are using Nova Launcher, long-press the app’s icon to change the short-cut key or in the app drawer if you wish to change the main app icon and then select “Edit.” From the menu, select the app icon you want to change. 

You can see the Common icons that match the selected app. To change the app icon, select an icon pack from the available list. Further, pick the desired icon for customization. Mainly, icon packs include options for common apps.

How to Change App Icons Without Downloading a Launcher?

Though it’s easy to download icon packs and apply them to your favorite launcher in case, if you are good with your current launcher, there’s another method to customize your icons. 

• For this, you have to install a third-party app that allows you to change app icons. There are many available options. You can choose the one that best suits your requirements. 
• Now open the shortcut changer (the downloaded app), and select the desired app. Choose the icon you wish to change.
• You can select any “icon” from the installed icon packs. 
• Proceed with the “check icon” option. You can choose any other icon if you don’t like the first selection.
• After finalizing the icon, tap on “Create Shortcut.”
• Press and hold the icon to move it to the home screen. 

How to Set Your Image as App Icon?

You can set your image or any image from your gallery as your app icon.

• You need to follow the procedure mentioned above.
• Then, select the “Gallery Apps” option in the shortcut changer.
• Choose the desired picture from your phone, crop it and tap “OK.”
• The picture will be set as your new icon.

How to Restore The Default App Icon?

To restore the default app icon, you have to open the launcher and go through the “Edit Icon” process again. Here, you can choose the original icon under the “Common” option.

Customizing App Icons on Android is Fun!

You can always personalize your smartphone home screen by changing app icons and trying new launchers. This will definitely give your phone a new and fresh look. There are tons of options available for Android customization to match your mood of the day.