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Icons for GitHub

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Overview

Replaces GitHub’s default file icons with custom Design SVG icons for clearer repository browsing.

Looking for better visual clarity while browsing GitHub repositories? This extension replaces GitHub’s default file icons with custom Material Design SVG icons. It maps file extensions and common config filenames to specific icons covering a wide range of languages and tools, making navigation faster and easier by giving each file type a distinct visual identity. Key Features 1) Custom Material Design Icons Replaces GitHub’s default file icons with Material Design SVG icons. 2) File Extension Mapping Maps file extensions to specific icons for clear identification. 3) Config Filename Support Matches common config filenames to the right icons. 4) Faster Repository Navigation Improves clarity so browsing repositories feels quicker and easier. How to Use Step 1: Install the Extension Install the extension in your browser. Step 2: Open GitHub Go to any GitHub repository. Step 3: Browse Files View files with the replaced Material Design SVG icons. Step 4: Navigate Faster Use the distinct icons to scan and navigate repositories more easily. Why It Is Useful This is useful because it improves visual clarity while browsing repositories by replacing default icons with distinct Material Design SVG icons and mapping file types clearly. Target Audience It benefits anyone browsing GitHub repositories who wants faster and easier navigation through clearer file type icons.

Details

  • Version
    1.0.0
  • Updated
    March 11, 2026
  • Size
    762KiB
  • Languages
    English
  • Developer
    Email
    githubfilesize@gmail.com
  • Non-trader
    This developer has not identified itself as a trader. For consumers in the European Union, please note that consumer rights do not apply to contracts between you and this developer.

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