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Desktop Folder icons for Mac
5 alternative Desktop Folder icons for macOS, made by 4 designers, including epicdude2121, scottruigrok and Rico. The most popular one has been downloaded 1,009 times. Newest added May 2023. Every icon is a 1024×1024 PNG with a transparent background, sized for the Dock.
How to use a custom Desktop Folder icon
- Pick an icon below and download the PNG.
- One click with Iconic: select Desktop Folder in the sidebar, search, click the icon. Iconic restarts the Dock for you.
- Or by hand: open Finder → Applications, select Desktop Folder, press ⌘I, then drag the PNG onto the small icon at the top of the Info window. Full guide.
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FAQ
Are these Desktop Folder icons free?
Yes. Every icon on this page is a free 1024×1024 PNG download, credited to the designer who made it. No account needed.
How do I change the Desktop Folder icon on my Mac?
Select Desktop Folder in Finder, press Command-I, and drag the PNG onto the icon at the top of the Info window. Or use Iconic to apply it in one click.
Will the custom icon survive Desktop Folder updates?
An app update can replace the app and bring the stock icon back. Iconic's background service notices updates and reapplies your custom icon automatically.