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XQuartz icons for Mac
7 alternative XQuartz icons for macOS, made by 7 designers, including YeongminWare, shaonianruntu and CaedmonM. The most popular one has been downloaded 361 times. Newest added October 2025. Every icon is a 1024×1024 PNG with a transparent background, sized for the Dock.
How to use a custom XQuartz icon
- Pick an icon below and download the PNG.
- One click with Iconic: select XQuartz in the sidebar, search, click the icon. Iconic restarts the Dock for you.
- Or by hand: open Finder → Applications, select XQuartz, 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 XQuartz 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 XQuartz icon on my Mac?
Select XQuartz 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 XQuartz 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.