Question 1

What is ICO format?

Accepted Answer

ICO is Microsoft's icon format for Windows applications and website favicons. It supports multiple sizes (16×16 to 256×256) with transparency.

Question 2

Does cropping affect icon quality?

Accepted Answer

No. Cropping removes pixels outside the crop area without resampling. Quality is preserved.

Question 3

Can I compress while cropping?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under "Image Compression," choose any method. For icons, keep maximum quality to preserve crisp edges.

Question 4

Can I also resize while cropping?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under "Image resolution," set by percentage or keep original. Useful for creating specific icon sizes after cropping.

Question 5

Should I crop to a square?

Accepted Answer

For favicons and most icon uses, yes — square icons (1:1 ratio) are standard. Use exact dimensions like 32×32 or 256×256.

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