Attaching .ico files to .exe

[ChrisPatuzzo]

Hi, how would i attach an icon file to an exe file? I wanted to make my programs look a bit better. Do i enter something into it's code or get a program to do it or something? It's written in C++ if your wondering.

Thanks in advance, Chris.

[Nuts]

An .ico file is a windows icon as far as I know. So if you want to associate an icon with the executable or shortcut, just right click on the file, select properties, then select "change icon."

[TimP]

Are you using Visual Studio or a command line compiler?

[Nuts]

I'm guessing that I misunderstood the nature of the question. :)

[Sikawtic]

I think if you do what you suggested, it only effects the shortcut image on your PC.

I believe what he wants is how to permanently associate the file with an .ico, so if others download it.. they'll have the icon as well.

[ChrisPatuzzo]

>>>I think if you do what you suggested, it only effects the shortcut image on your PC.

I believe what he wants is how to permanently associate the file with an .ico, so if others download it.. they'll have the icon as well.<<<

Exactly, and i'm using a compiler, Borland c++ Builder X to be precise.

Any ideas guys?

[King_Critter]

I'm not quite sure if this is what you want... But it was the closest to what I thought you wanted that I could find... http://www.free2code.net/plugins/forums/view.php?f=3&p=7774&os=0#8728

[BroodKiller]

Duh...if you're using BCB, go Project->Options. It's right there, under "Icon" :)