Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Hasty Treat - The Surprisingly Exciting World of Favicons
Jul 26, 2021
Favicons are more than just small icons; they hold secrets of web development! Discover the evolution of these digital symbols and their crucial role in user experience. Delve into the technical aspects like file formats, sizing, and even the upcoming dynamic and animated favicons. The discussion also covers design tips and the challenges of maintaining favicons for various devices, including dark mode considerations. Uncover how these tiny icons can enhance branding and website navigation!
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Default Favicon Request
- Browsers request /favicon.ico by default if none is set.
- A 404 error for /favicon.ico in the console often indicates a missing favicon.
Setting Custom Favicons
- Use the
<link>tag with variousrelattributes for icons, touch icons, and manifest files. - Specify sizes and consider providing different versions for optimal display quality.
Favicon File Extension Trick
- Scott Talinsky shared a trick: renaming a PNG to ICO can work as a quick favicon fix.
- This also works for MOV to MP4 conversions, simplifying compatibility issues.