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    Is there a way to embed an icon in 7zip files?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by JohnnyFlash, May 4, 2011.

  1. JohnnyFlash

    JohnnyFlash Notebook Virtuoso

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    I'd like to add permanent icons to a few archives, but I can't figure out if it's possible.
     
    JohnnyFlash, May 4, 2011
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    Texanman Master of all things Cake

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    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    Not really. Icons are for executable files, Windows doesn't parse a .zip for an icon in order to display it. You may be able to create shortcuts to your .zip files and then change the icons on those, because .lnk files are classified as executable, but you won't really be able to change the icon of a standard zip without changing the icon for ALL zips.
     
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    Boo-urns. That idea goes out the window then I guess.
     
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    Patrck_744 Burgers!

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    Well, there is the 7-Zip Theme changer if you like a facelift to the 7-Zip UI and icons.

    7-Zip Theme Manager
     
    Patrck_744, May 5, 2011
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