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# App Icon

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An app icon is strictly required to generate your app build. Without configuring an app icon, you will not be able to create a final build.
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### Configure Your App Icon

Natively offers two automated ways to set up your app icon using our integrated AI generation tools. Navigate to **Appearance > App Icon** in your dashboard to get started.

#### Option 1: Generate from a Text Description

If you don't have a pre-made asset, you can use AI to generate a custom icon directly from a text prompt as shown in the screenshot.

1. Select the **Describe with AI** tab.
2. In the **Describe your icon** text field, type a detailed prompt.
   * *Tip: Be specific about the subject, style, and colors (e.g., "A minimalist purple rocket on a deep navy gradient, glossy and modern").*
3. Alternatively, click one of the quick suggestions below the input box (such as *"Minimal fitness app"* or *"Abstract geometric logo"*).
4. Click the **Generate icon** button.

In few seconds you will see the result.

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#### Option 2: Generate from an Uploaded Image

If you have a reference image, logo, or rough sketch, you can use it as a base for the AI generation tool.

1. Select the **Upload image** tab next to the text prompt option.
2. Upload your source file.\
   **File Requirement:** The uploaded image must be in PNG or JPG format.
3. The tool will process your asset into a standardized mobile app icon layout.

<figure><img src="/files/UU2nGok4a1xITedvFaqI" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### Previewing and Managing Results

Once an icon is processed, it will automatically populate your layout and display a realistic mockup on the phone preview on the right side of the screen, as seen in the screenshot.

<figure><img src="/files/7NRrUJF5LXnAmL6a0F07" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

* **Not happy with the result?** If the generated icon doesn't look quite right, you can easily delete it by clicking the red **Trash Can** icon. Once deleted, you can tweak your prompt or upload a different image and try again.
* When you are satisfied with the icon preview, click **Next** to save your changes and continue setting up your app's appearance.


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