Steam Shortcut Icon Resizer
Steam accepts a 256×256 or 512×512 PNG shortcut icon and can generate the Windows ICO. This preset creates the smaller documented PNG option.
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Steam shortcut icon size
Steam shortcut icon size: 256×256 or 512×512 px, PNG or ICO
This preset exports 256×256 PNG; macOS desktop shortcuts still require a separate ICNS file.
256
width (px)
256
height (px)
1:1
aspect ratio
Need other dimensions? Browse all Steam sizes or use the free image resizer for any platform.
Sources
We check platform-specific dimensions against source documentation when available.
- Steamworks — Graphical assets overview - Valve lists the current store, library, client, and event asset dimensions.
- Steamworks — Community and client icons - Valve requires a 184×184 JPG app icon and accepts a 256×256 PNG shortcut icon.
How to resize an image for Steam shortcut icon?
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Step 1: Upload a source image
Choose a clear JPG, PNG, WebP, or HEIC image from your device.
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Step 2: Apply the 256×256 preset
Use Fit to preserve the full image or Fill to crop it to the 256×256 canvas.
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Step 3: Review and upload to Steamworks
Check small text, logos, and safe areas, then download the resized file and verify it in Steamworks.
What size is a Steam shortcut icon?
Steam accepts 256×256 or 512×512 PNG/ICO shortcut artwork; this preset uses 256×256.
Can this tool prepare a 256×256 a Steam shortcut icon?
Yes. Upload an image, apply the 256×256 preset, and review the Fit or Fill crop before downloading.
Does resizing guarantee the file will be accepted?
No. Steam can generate an ICO from the PNG, but macOS still needs a separate ICNS file.
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Choose another available Steam canvas and review its source notes
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Convert the resized image
Need a different file format or transparent background? Choose a focused converter, then check the preview and encoded size before downloading.
Put Your Steam Shortcut Icon Image Into a PDF
Put one image on each page, arrange the order, and create the PDF in your browser.
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