Show Android APK & iOS IPA Apps Icons in Windows File Manager (Using ApkShell)

Joynul Abadin Rasel
December 01, 2024

 

Introduction:

Managing APK and IPA files in Windows can be frustrating when their icons appear as generic file types. With ApkShell, a powerful utility, you can extract and display actual app icons for Android APK and iOS IPA files directly in Windows File Manager, making file identification and organization more intuitive.

Description:

ApkShell simplifies the process of showing app icons for APK and IPA files by automatically extracting the embedded icons and displaying them in Windows Explorer. The tool is lightweight, user-friendly, and supports both Android and iOS app file formats.

Steps to Show App Icons with ApkShell

Step 1: Download and Install ApkShell

  1. Download from releases or ApkShell Extentions website.
  2. Extract after download. Put somewhere in a folder (i.e: Apk Shell).
  3. You can find three different .bat files.
  4. install.bat for Install Apk Shell, restart_explorer.bat for restart Windows File Manager and uninstall.bat for uninstall ApkShell.
  5. Run install.bat as Administrator, then press any key after finished.

Step 2: Verify the Icon Display

  1. Run Restart Explorer for applied this effects!

Watch Tutorial:

For a detailed guide on using ApkShell to display APK and IPA icons in Windows, watch my YouTube tutorial:



Pros and Cons of Using ApkShell

Pros Cons
Lightweight and easy to use Requires installation of third-party software
Supports both APK and IPA formats May need periodic updates for compatibility
Automatically refreshes Windows File Explorer Might not work on older Windows versions

Conclusion:

Using ApkShell to display app icons for APK and IPA files is a simple and efficient solution for Windows users. By following the steps above, you can easily organize and manage your app files with visual icons. This tool enhances productivity, especially for developers and tech enthusiasts managing numerous app files.


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#ApkShellIcons #APKIconsWindows #IPAIconsWindows #ApkShellFileManager #APKIconDisplay #IPAIconDisplay #TechTutorial #WindowsFileManagerTips