Setting App Icons and Launch Images in iOS: A Comprehensive Guide

28 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Xcode

Setting app icons and launch images correctly is crucial for the successful archiving and validation of your iOS app. This guide will walk you through the most efficient methods to ensure your app icons are set up correctly in Xcode.

Understanding Image Sizes and Placement

When configuring app icons, it’s essential to understand the required image sizes and where they should be placed. The typical sizes include:

• 58×58
• 80×80
• 120×120
• 180×180

These sizes cover the various display needs across different Apple devices.

Using Tools to Simplify the Process

There are several tools available that can help automate the creation and placement of app icons:

Icon Set Creator

This app is highly recommended for its simplicity and effectiveness:

1. Drag your image into the app.
2. Select your target platform (iOS, WatchOS, etc.).
3. Export the generated Icon Set folder.

Once exported, navigate to the Assets.xcassets folder in Xcode, delete the pre-existing AppIcon, and import your new Icon Set.

Appicon.co

Another excellent tool is Appicon.co, which provides a comprehensive set of icons:

1. Drag your base image onto the platform.
2. Click “Generate” to download the icon set.
3. Import the downloaded files into Xcode’s Assets.xcassets.

Additional Tips for Xcode

For those using Xcode, you can streamline the process by dragging all your app icon images into the Assets catalog simultaneously. This method can save significant time and effort.

Refer to Apple’s “Technical Q&A QA1686” for detailed size requirements and naming conventions.

Enhancing Your App Development with Repeato

While setting up app icons is a critical step, ensuring your app functions flawlessly is equally important. This is where Repeato can be a game-changer. As a no-code test automation tool, Repeato allows you to create, run, and maintain automated tests for iOS apps with ease. Its computer vision and AI capabilities make test recording and execution exceptionally fast.

Repeato supports command line scripts and JavaScript for automating complex tasks, thus enhancing your app testing process. With all tests and data stored in text and JSON formats, version control becomes straightforward and efficient. For those seeking a practical alternative to other test automation tools, Repeato offers a streamlined and robust solution.

Explore more about Repeato’s features and how it can support your app development journey on our documentation page.

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