How do I import an iCon Composer file into xcode?

Asked on 06/13/2025

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To import an Icon Composer file into Xcode, you can follow these steps:

  1. Create and Save the Icon: Use Icon Composer to create your icon. Once you're done, save the icon file.

  2. Drag and Drop into Xcode: Simply drag the saved icon file into Xcode. You can do this by dragging the file into the Project Navigator in Xcode.

  3. Select the Icon in the Project Editor: After dragging the icon file into Xcode, you need to select it as your app icon in the Project Editor.

  4. Build and Run Your App: Once you've set the icon, build and run your app to see how it adjusts to different platforms and appearances.

For more detailed guidance, you can refer to the session Create icons with Icon Composer (13:16) from WWDC 2025, which covers the delivery process of icons to Xcode.

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