Images From Icon

Images From Icon is a handy little tool for Windows users that lets you easily extract image files from icons, specifically in the ICO format. If you're looking for something straightforward, this portable app is perfect for you! It’s created by the same developers who made Image to Icon, but keep in mind it has a few quirks.

How to Use Images From Icon

This program is pretty cool because it doesn't need an installer. Just download it, unzip the file anywhere on your computer, and you’re good to go! When you launch the app, you'll notice there isn’t much of a user interface—just an Explorer window that prompts you to open an ICO file.

If you’ve got an icon ready for conversion, just find it and hit Open or double-click it. The magic happens when Images From Icon converts your ICO file into a PNG image. The resulting PNG will be saved in a new subfolder. Super easy, right?

Limitations of Images From Icon

However, don’t get too excited just yet! This program has some limitations that can be frustrating. You might think this app could handle all kinds of icons and convert them into PNGs, but that's not true here. It only works with Vista icons—the ones labeled as "image/vnd.microsoft.icon." Trying to use other types of ICO files? Well, good luck with that; they simply won’t work.

I’ve tested the application on various icons and found out it only cooperated with some files I tried. This can be confusing since there’s no error message or notification when an unsupported icon is used.

Final Thoughts

In short, if you're planning to use Images From Icon, make sure your icons are of the Vista type (the "image/vnd.microsoft.icon"). If not, you might want to look for other programs that offer more versatility and ease of use. Happy converting!