File Extension Database

Open ICNS File

An ICNS extension file is an icon file used by MacOS X applications.

MacOS X is the name of the operating system developed by Apple for the line of computers created by the same company.

MacOS itself is not just an operating system, but a family of systems that have evolved through different versions over time.

The main characteristic of the Mac operating system is that it is designed to work optimally on Apple computers, practically exclusively.

With this, Apple guarantees 100% compatibility of the systems developed.

The ICNS file stores one or more images, in PNG format supporting 1-bit and 8-bit alpha channels.

ICNS files are used to display the application icon in the Mac OS X finder and OS X dock.

The ICNS files should normally be located inside the directory:

Contents/Resources/

Inside the application package.

Software to open and work with an ICNS file

This format is proprietary closed and you should not try to open it as if it were a common image, since it can be damaged.

ICNS files are thus considered system files.

MacOS X icon files can be viewed with the Apple Preview program included with MacOS X.

They can also be created and modified using Icon Composer, also included with MacOS X.

How Can I Open ICNS File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open ICNS file is to find a ICNS file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a ICNS file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open ICNS file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as ICNS file opener then try to search online for "ICNS viewer", "application to open ICNS file" or "open ICNS file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open ICNS file

How Can I Open ICNS File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a ICNS file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a ICNS file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with ICNS file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as ICNS file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open ICNS file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open ICNS file then try to search for "ICNS viewer", "application to open ICNS file" or "read ICNS file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read ICNS file

How Can I Open ICNS File on Android

If you downloaded a ICNS file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded ICNS file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "ICNS".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "ICNS viewer", "ICNS file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open ICNS File on iPhone or iPad

To open ICNS File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the ICNS file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "ICNS". This way you can find apps which can open ICNS files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "ICNS viewer" or "ICNS file" online in your favorite search engine.

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