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Community Forums › Forums › General Genesis Framework Discussions › Should I use multiple favicons or only one in Genesis Child Themes?

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Tagged: favicon sizes

  • This topic has 9 replies, 5 voices, and was last updated 1 year, 8 months ago by aisah653.
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  • April 28, 2021 at 3:21 am #503873
    EugeneHunt
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    Hi everyone,

    I have searched these forums for 'Favicon' but haven't found a single 'guide' on what should be a reasonable approach to setting up a favicon in a Genesis child theme (mine is MagazinePro).

    I have only found mentioning of 512x512 size favicon not showing in this thread Link

    So, my question is do we really need 7-10 or whatever favicons to cover Windows 10/IOS/Android/Catalina for MAC and top 3-5 popular browsers Chrome/Safari/Firefox/Internet Explorer/what have you?

    Initially, I thought I could just upload 512x512 PNG and I will be fine but after some research on Google stumbled across various articles recommending 7-10 various size favicons for various systems.

    I don't aim to help all users on the planet with every single browser to see my modest favicon/webssite but if 70-80% of those who are up to speed with the technology can get see it properly, I will be happy. So, could you tell if a single 512x512 favicon can work and why we don't need 7-10 different favicons (if we actually don't need them)? Also, is PNG ok for favicon and if I can compress it safely using some website (like tinypng.com).

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    April 28, 2021 at 5:37 am #503875
    Victor Font
    Moderator

    Site Identity is a WordPress feature, not Genesis. If you go to the Apearance / Customize page in the WordPress Admin area, SIte Identity should be the first option at the top of the menu on the left. Upload a logo 512x512 and WordPress will automatically generate the required sizes for the favicon and mobile devices.

    Of course, if you choose not to use the WordPress feature, your child theme can still use a traditional favicon. Copy it into the child theme's root directory.


    Regards,

    Victor
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    April 28, 2021 at 5:40 am #503876
    EugeneHunt
    Participant

    Hi Victor,

    Thank you, that makes perfect sense. Sure, I will use WordPress feature to make my life easier.

    Do you think I will be ok with PNG file format for 512x-512 image or it is better to use SVG/something else?

    April 29, 2021 at 6:36 am #503886
    Victor Font
    Moderator

    WordPress site identity doesn't work with SVG. Use png.


    Regards,

    Victor
    https://victorfont.com/
    Call us toll free: 844-VIC-FONT (842-3668)
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    April 29, 2021 at 6:50 am #503890
    EugeneHunt
    Participant

    Great to know that. Thank you so much!

    August 17, 2022 at 1:54 pm #505697
    Akshy
    Participant

    Go to the themes section of your development area and create a new folder under themes . If you're using the default Genesis theme, or you're using a specific theme, you'll want to choose the name of the theme and add “-child” to the folder name. browse around here to check details.

    October 20, 2022 at 11:14 am #506037
    gokuzeru56
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    February 27, 2023 at 7:56 pm #506848
    cooljump
    Participant

    Create a new folder under the themes portion of your development area by going to the section that is labeled themes penalty kick online. In the event that you are utilizing the standard Genesis theme, or in the event that you are employing a particular theme,

    October 23, 2023 at 4:55 am #507707
    Maarklarius
    Participant

    Great to know that. Thank you so much!

    November 16, 2023 at 5:29 am #507738
    aisah653
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    In Genesis Child Themes (specifically for websites built on the Genesis Framework for WordPress), it is recommended to use a single favicon for consistency across your site. A favicon is a small icon that appears in the browser tab when someone visits your website. Using multiple favicons can create confusion and an inconsistent user experience to the kingmarketingpartners.com

    Here are a few reasons why it's generally better to stick with a single favicon:

    Brand Consistency:
    Having a consistent brand image is crucial for recognition. Using the same favicon across all pages of your site helps in reinforcing your brand identity and makes your website easily identifiable to users.

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