Building Dynamic App Icons in Android

Josias Sena
ProAndroidDev
Published in
5 min readJan 20, 2024

--

A futuristic image depicting a smartphone with a screen showing multiple app icons. One of the icons is dynamically changing, illustrating the concept of dynamic app icons. The transformation is highlighted by flowing digital effects, set against a sleek, technological backdrop.

Introduction

Have you ever glanced at your mobile screen and noticed an app’s icon looking fresh and different from before? This isn’t just visual flair; it’s the magic of dynamic app icons at play. This fascinating feature allows Android apps to change their icons dynamically, all without needing updates from the Play Store! It’s a subtle yet powerful strategy to engage users and add…

--

--