How do you get the icons out of shell32.dll?

Question

I'd like to get the Tree icon to use for a homegrown app. Does anyone know how to extract the images out as .icon files? I'd like both the 16x16 and 32x32, or I'd just do a screen capture.

Answer 1

This should get you started. In Visual Studio, choose "File Open..." then "File...". Then pick the Shel32.dll. A folder tree should be opened, and you will find the icons in the "Icon" folder.

To save an Icon, You can right click on the icon in the folder tree and choose "Export".

Answer 2

Awesome! thanks.

Answer 3

Another option is to use a tool such as ResourceHacker. It handles way more than just icons as well. Cheers!