April 1999
Spring Fling Icon Collection

As if your system didn't have enough bugs already...
Spring is here again, and this set is for everyone who gets excited and happy when the grass starts to poke up through the snow, or when the Dogwood trees start to bud out! 

Cute little folderbugs traversing freshly-sprouted 32-bit blossoms...

We've also included some "blankbug" icons in both 8-bit and 32-bit versions, so that if you really want an icon that is not included in this set, you can build it yourself in IconBuilder or some other icon editor!

Enjoy!
dave

Legality:
Spring Fling icons are ©1999 The Iconfactory, all rights reserved. The icons contained in this set are intended for free, and non-commercial use ONLY. These icons can only be distributed as freeware, and MAY NOT BE REDISTRIBUTED, SOLD OR EXCHANGED FOR ANY GOODS OR SERVICES WHATSOEVER. In addition, the read-me file must accompany the set at all times. By downloading this file you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of this agreement.

Important Notes About Copying & Pasting 8.5 Icons
In Mac OS 8.5, there are two types of custom icons you can use: old-style with only 256 colors and the new style with 32-bit icons. The Finder only copies and pastes the new style. This is a more efficient use of disk space.

However, if you paste the Mac OS 8.5 icon on removable media, such as a floppy or Zip disk, the icon won't show up when you move to an older version of the OS. You'll also have problems on a network server and an older client Mac.

By default, the Iconfactory's IconDropper 3.2 utility pastes both kinds of icons so they will show up on any version of the OS that supports custom icons. To learn more about IconDropper 3.2, please visit the Iconfactory at <http://www.iconfactory.com> Thanks!

How To make Use of Icons:
The most common use of custom icons is as a replacement for the standard file and folder icons that are built into your Mac's operating system. Many people find that it is much easier to find a file that you are looking for by spotting a cool, colorful icon rather than by its name. Icons can be cut and pasted onto almost any item on the Macintosh. For the most part however, they are just a whole lot of fun. As for how to apply them, here is the most straight forward way:

       1. On your desktop, select the icon you would like to use
       2. Select "Get Info" (command-I) from the File Menu for that icon
       3. Click on the icon in the upper left of the window
       4. Choose "Copy" (command-C) from the Edit menu
       5. Close the window
       6. Select the file/folder you want to apply that icon to
       7. Select "Get Info" (File menu) for that icon
       8. Click on the icon in the upper left of the window
       9. Select "Paste" (command-V) from the Edit Menu.
       (this method won't work on the trash can)
       10. You're done!

Contact The Authors:
Dave Brasgalla - dave@iconfactory.com

The Iconfactory - webmaster@iconfactory.com

More Stuff for your Mac:
For the ultimate collection of kick butt icons for the Macintosh, we've created a place called The Iconfactory. The Iconfactory has quickly established itself as the premiere web page for Macintosh icons. If your tired of looking for quality icons for your Mac, but only finding junk, then The Iconfactory is for you! We would love to have you add The Iconfactory to your list of bookmarks. The URL is:

http://www.iconfactory.com

If desktop patterns are more your cup of tea, then you'll want to visit The DeskStop: 3D Desktop Patterns for your Mac. Mindy Weaver & Gedeon Maheux have started the site as a one-stop source for cool, dimensional textures for use on the web, with 3D modeling software or just on your Mac's desktop. Drop by The DeskStop today at:

http://members.aol.com/deskstop/index.html

Thanks:
To Kate (as always) for love and inspiration, Craig for making IconBuilder such a rockin' icon-making tool, Björk and Kraftwelt for providing the soundtrack...

... and Sara of Sara's Icon Parade, who complained about "too many 'boy' sets" at the 'factory. This one's for you, Sara!