User Guide

Installation

Follow these steps to integrate Icon Generator correctly into your workflow:

1. Import the Icon Generator package into your Unity project.

2. Make sure all scripts and resources are inside Assets/Icon Generator.

   Danger

   Do not rename the root folder Icon Generator to avoid errors in the export system.

3. If your project uses the Built-in or HDRP render pipeline, also import the corresponding additional package located inside the plugin folder.

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How to Create an Icon

Follow this complete workflow to create and export your icon:

1. Select your model

   In the Unity hierarchy, choose the 3D model you want to convert into an icon.

   

2. Open Icon Generator

   Right-click the model and go to: Latin Tools > Convert To Icon .

   

3. Configure icon settings

   The editor window will open so you can customize your icon.

   

   Preview Resolution

   Set your desired icon resolution.

   

   Tip

   On the right side, you have a button with a resolution list to work faster.

   

   Tip

   Alternative method: right-click the “Icon Generator” text at the top of the window.

   

4. Review editing options

   Use these sections to fine-tune the final result:

   • General Settings
   
   • Image Settings
   

5. Define export name and path

   Set the icon file name and the final path where you want to save it.

   

6. Export the icon

   Click the Export button to finish and save the result.

   

Final result

After exporting successfully, you can validate the final texture directly inside your project.

• Check sharpness and framing.
• Verify transparency according to the chosen format.
• Adjust compression or resolution if you need to optimize size.

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Preview Settings

• Refresh Preview: use it if the preview does not update after changes.
• Open in Window: opens a separate window that updates in real time while keeping mouse events active.
• Game View: shows the preview inside the Unity editor, blocking mouse events to avoid interference while adjusting framing.

Pin Content Preview

• Keeps the preview always visible and hides the editor header to maximize workspace.

Hide Alpha in Preview

• Hides the alpha channel in the preview so you can better evaluate contrast and icon readability without background distractions.

Preview Resolution

• If you notice performance issues in the preview, lower this resolution to improve smoothness.

Scroll Action

• Defines what the mouse wheel controls: object FOV or scale.

Auto Position

• Automatically centers the model for optimal alignment and visualization.

Position Lock and Rotation Lock

• Lets you lock specific axes while dragging with right-click inside the preview.

Modify Capture Objects

• Enable, disable, and adjust model positions directly from the editor.

Performance

If preview feels slow, lower Preview Resolution while adjusting and raise it again before exporting.

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General Configuration

Here are the most important options to control capture, preview, and output.

General Settings

Transparent Background

Enable this option to remove the background and generate a transparent icon.

• Show Only Capture Objects: if disabled, everything in front of the camera will be visible.

Caution

Transparent Background: this option is automatically locked if the selected file type is JPG in Export Settings.

UI Manager

• Plane Distance: sets the distance between camera and canvas to control canvas size on screen.

• All controls are intuitive and update in real time for faster visual adjustments.

Animation Preview

• Add your model’s Animator.
• Use Find Animator to locate it automatically in the hierarchy.
• Select animations to preview them in real time before exporting.

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Visual Effects

Customize the visual readability of your icons with these effects.

Monochrome

The Monochrome feature applies a grayscale view and is especially useful for:

• Evaluating contrast and readability without color distractions.
• Testing how assets look in a monochrome environment.
• Combining with Outline to reinforce silhouettes and edges.

Outline Effect

• Improves shape readability in small icons.
• Ideal for assets with complex backgrounds or highly detailed elements.

Glow (Experimental)

• Experimental effect useful in specific cases, for example magical, rare, or legendary objects.

Fade Effect

• Control fade intensity and range to create icons with a softer or more ethereal style.

Tip

Add a fade effect that can be combined with disabled transparency to achieve unique visual results.

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Preset Manager

The Preset Manager lets you save and reuse custom configurations.

• Temporary presets: deleted when the editor window is closed.
• Project presets: saved in .../Icon Generator/Presets for future use.

Recommendation

Use clear and specific names to avoid duplicate or unnecessary presets.

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Export Settings

• Path: save icons inside or outside the project.
• Compression: choose compression level to reduce file size.
• Additional Export Options:
  • Ping Asset On Save: locates the saved icon in Project.
  • Auto Open Asset On Save: opens the image automatically after export.
  • Enforce Size Multiple of Four: optimizes dimensions for textures.

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Tips

• Use descriptive names for your presets.
• Experiment with different effect combinations depending on the asset type.
• Always review the exported result to validate quality and readability.

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Troubleshooting

• If the preview does not update, use Refresh Preview.
• If the editor feels slow, lower Preview Resolution while adjusting.
• If you need transparency, confirm the format is not JPG.
• If the final icon is not convincing, adjust framing, compression, and scale before exporting again.

Done! You can now build a consistent icon library for your entire project.