Software to Create Vista-style Icons...?

[PHTech]

Hi there...

What software do people use to create vista style icons / images...? For example: The icon for readyboost (the clock with the flash drive) or something like that...?

Thanx...

 

[monkeeh]

Photoshop, any imaging software really. Search for icon packs online, there are plenty free downloadable ones

 

[Digilus]

Have a look for something called IconLover (yeah corny name) - but really useful if you are intending to do proper 32bit alpha blended icons. It also supports the multiple sizes vista requires. If memory serves me correctly a proper Vista Icon must have everything from a 256x256 size down to 16x16 size included in the one icon file.

 

[Raithlin]

No, not Photoshop!! The pros use vector apps, like Inkscape or <shudder>Illustrator. As mentioned, there are plenty of free collections available. Try www.smashingmagazine.com for a good start to your search.

 

[MielieSpoor]

Icon Workshop... The bes I've seen and used.

http://www.axialis.com/iconworkshop/

 

[Keeper]

Use a vector program along with an Icon Packager (like Iconlover as digilus suggested)