Hi,

I am a relative newby to VB and programming.
I currently would like to place a custom icon on the users desktop to serve as a shortcut.
I have a bitmap image that I would like to use.
How do I go about creating an "icon" image and then place it onto the desktop?

If you have the professional version of VB6 you can load a program called Icon Creation Utility from the CD. This allows you to create your own icons - I have used this sucessfully.

Cool

You can make a crappy azz icon by making a . . . 32x32 pixel bitmap in Paint. Save it with an extension of ".ico"

Crappy, but quick

If this doesn't work let me know. I've never had a problem with it. I'd hate to give bad advice.....

Thanx for the input,

I have solved my icon question.  I downloaded a shareware program "IconCool" that I used in conjunction with my MS PhotoDraw Program where I created my original design. Between the two I was able to create a decent icon for my program.
I will keep in mind your suggestions for the next time I need to create an icon.

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RedRock wrote:
Cool

You can make a crappy azz icon by making a . . . 32x32 pixel bitmap in Paint. Save it with an extension of ".ico"

Crappy, but quick

If this doesn't work let me know. I've never had a problem with it. I'd hate to give bad advice.....

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