skills.rest
decentpaste
decentpasteOFFICIAL
Explore all skills by this author →
GitHub

ios-icon-fix

Remove alpha channels from iOS app icons using Python 3 and Pillow.

232|8|Updated Dec 2, 2025
Search Tags:#iOS#app icons#App Store compliance#alpha channel#icon fix
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/decentpaste/decentpaste --skill ios-icon-fix
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ios-icon-fix
Source: https://github.com/decentpaste/decentpaste/tree/main/.claude/skills/ios-icon-fix
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/decentpaste/decentpaste --skill ios-icon-fix

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires Pillow, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Removes the alpha channel from iOS app icons, addressing App Store rejections due to transparency in icons.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Alpha Channel Removal: Corrects icons with alpha channels, making them compliant with Apple App Store standards.
  • Error Handling: Detects and fixes icons with transparency, preventing rejections during submission.
  • Use Case: Before uploading your iOS app to the App Store, use this Skill to ensure your icons meet the necessary criteria.

Quick Start

Run the script with 'python3 .claude/skills/ios-icon-fix/scripts/remove_alpha.py' to process the default icon location.

Frequently Asked Questions about ios-icon-fix

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
Why does the App Store reject my iOS app icon for transparency?▼

The App Store rejects iOS app icons containing alpha channels because transparency violates submission requirements. Alpha channels cause icons to render unpredictably on the home screen. Removing the alpha channel flattens the icon to a solid background, making it fully compliant with Apple's standards.

How do I remove the alpha channel from an iOS app icon?▼

To remove the alpha channel from an iOS app icon, run the Python script using Pillow to process and flatten the image. This corrects transparency issues by converting the image to a format without an alpha channel, ensuring it meets App Store submission criteria.

Do I need Python and Pillow to fix iOS app icon transparency?▼

Yes, you need Python 3 and the Pillow library installed to execute the alpha channel removal script. These dependencies provide the necessary image processing capabilities to detect and strip transparency from your iOS app icons before submission.

What is the best way to ensure iOS app icons meet App Store requirements?▼

The best way to ensure iOS app icons meet App Store requirements is to strip the alpha channel before submission. Using an automated Python script with Pillow detects and fixes transparency issues, preventing App Store rejections related to icon formatting.

Can I batch process multiple iOS app icons to remove alpha channels?▼

The default script processes the standard icon location by running a single Python command. It targets icon preparation for submission and utilizes Pillow for execution, allowing you to correct transparency issues for your iOS app icons before uploading.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
ShushukovaNShushukovaN

img-grid-analysis

Overlay a numbered grid on images to calculate column proportions for MXL layouts.

Community
Intermediate
jx1100370217jx1100370217
4

ios-app-store-publishing

Publish iOS apps to App Store Connect with provisioning, certificates, and metadata.

Community
Advanced
moasqmoasq
32

asset-management

Manage Xcode project assets, app icons, and asset catalogs.

Community
Intermediate
DexploarerDexploarer
6

app-icon-generator

Generate multi-size app icons for iOS, Android, and PWA from a single source image.

Community
Intermediate