How to Set a Custom Application Icon in Electron-Vue JS

Learn how to properly assign a custom application icon for your Electron-Vue JS app, ensuring it works in both local development and production builds.
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Setting a Custom Application Icon in Electron-Vue JS

Creating applications using Electron-Vue JS provides an excellent way to build cross-platform desktop applications. However, one common challenge developers encounter is setting a custom application icon that displays correctly in production builds. If you’ve noticed that your application uses the default Electron icon instead of your custom icon when you build for production, you’re not alone. This guide will guide you through the process of setting a custom application icon.

Understanding the Problem

When developing an Electron application, you may set a custom icon without any issues during local development. However, once you build your application for production, you may encounter an error indicating that the default Electron icon is being used because the application icon is not set. This typically happens because specific configurations are missing in your project files.

Solution Overview

To resolve this issue, you need to add the required configurations in two files: vue.config.js and background.js. Below, we will break down the steps you need to follow to properly set your application's icon and product name.

Step 1: Configuring vue.config.js

The vue.config.js file is where you specify the build-related options for your Electron application. Follow these steps to update your file:

Create or Modify vue.config.js: If you haven’t created this file, do so in the root of your project. If it already exists, open it for editing.

Add the Following Code:

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Step 2: Updating background.js

Once you’ve configured vue.config.js, you should ensure that your background.js file properly references the icon.

Locate the background.js file: This file contains the main process code for your Electron application.

Set the Icon in BrowserWindow:

Make sure to add the line of code to specify your application icon:

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Step 3: Building Your Application

After updating your configuration files, it’s time to build your application:

Run the build command in your terminal:

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Once the build process completes, check the output directory for your built application files and ensure the custom icon is now displayed.

Conclusion

By following these steps and ensuring the correct configurations are set in both your vue.config.js and background.js, you can successfully set a custom application icon for your Electron-Vue JS project. Now, your application will showcase a professional look that aligns with your branding, both in development and production environments.

If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to leave a comment below!

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