Adding Custom SVG Icons
You can replace the default app icons displayed by Badgeify in the menu bar with your own designs using the SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) format.Key Features
- Use Your Own Designs: Upload SVG icons you’ve created or downloaded.
- High-Quality Display: SVGs ensure your icons look sharp at any resolution.
- Flexibility: Easily change icons whenever you want a new look.
Intelligent Icon Adaptation
Badgeify intelligently handles your custom icons:- Monochrome Icons: If you upload a single-color SVG icon, Badgeify automatically converts it into a macOS template icon. This means the icon will adapt to light mode, dark mode, and different menu bar background colors, ensuring visibility.
- Multicolor Icons: If your SVG icon uses multiple colors, Badgeify preserves the original design, allowing vibrant icons to stand out in the menu bar.
How to Add a Custom Icon
- Get an SVG Icon: Create your own SVG icon or download one. Ensure it’s in the SVG format.
- Select the App in Badgeify: Open Badgeify’s preferences and select the app whose icon you want to change.
- Upload the Icon: Look for the option to add a custom icon and upload your
.svgfile. - See the Change: Your custom icon will immediately appear in the menu bar.
Finding SVG Icons
If you need icons, here are some resources for free SVG icons mentioned in our blog post:Benefits
- Personal Expression: Make your menu bar uniquely yours.
- Improved Workflow: Use icons that are instantly recognizable to you.
- Accessibility: Design or choose icons that are easier for you to see.