Big Thanks to Xp-erience.org. This article discusses how to design and create colorful and dynamic icons for Windows XP using a vector program, such as FreeHand or Illustrator, and Photoshop. Introduction Icon Design Overview Step 1: Conceptualize Step 2: Illustrate Step 3: Creating the 24-Bit Images Step 4: Creating the 8-Bit and 4-Bit Images Step 5: Creating the .ico Files Toolbar Creation AVI Creation Creating Windows XP Icons