What it does
elementary Icons is the vector icon collection designed for elementary OS and its Pantheon desktop environment.
elementary Icons is the original vector collection for elementary OS and Pantheon. Its examples separate larger application imagery from category, status and smaller action symbols, providing a useful vocabulary for software intended to fit that desktop.
An application launcher and a compact toolbar control serve different roles. Choose the appropriate drawing from the collection instead of relying on one large illustration at every size. The theme's desktop context helps keep those choices consistent with the surrounding system.
Building from source requires Meson, an SVG renderer and cursor-generation tooling. Configure the build, generate it with Ninja and install the result into the chosen prefix. The repository includes GPLv3 terms, which should accompany redistributed or adapted theme material.
Strengths
- The collection includes both application imagery and smaller action/status roles.
- Original vector sources are available.
Watch out for
- The artwork is designed specifically around elementary OS and Pantheon.
Best for
- elementary OS applications
- Designers studying a coordinated desktop icon system
Sources
- elementary Icons README (Oct 27, 2026)
- elementary Icons GPLv3 License (Oct 27, 2026)