I know there are apps that create a shortcut, but I actually wanna change them, replace the icons. I tried using iPhone Explorer, but after following directions carefully I could not change my icons. I guess it's because it's a 2010 program... I have an iPad Mini. Anyone know how to replace icons?
iOS 6.1.3
Hi lolpotato,
Which app icons are you trying to change?
You cannot. Jailbreaking is unsupported here and by Apple. It is not recommended. It can also expose your device to malware.
I'm trying to change some apps like Facebook and Tumblr...
I said WITHOUT jailbreaking?
Yes, I read your unedited post.
You dont.
Hi again,
You cannot change third party app icons.
If you want to change built-in app icons, there is a way (well, not really change them, but create a new icon in addition to the existing one).
First, you would need to download an app like https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/touch-icon-creator/id357419508?mt=8. This lets you create custom icons for contacts, phone numbers, URLs, etc. You are interested in URLs.
You can create a custom icon then point it to a URL. For example, if you wanted a new icon for Maps, you would enter maps:// as the URL. Then tapping the icon would take you to the Maps app. This works for some of the built-in apps.
How do I change app icons without jailbreak?
