How to Add Icons to Kodi Home Screen

Customizing the home screen of Kodi with icons can give your media center a personalized touch and make navigation more convenient. By adding icons to the home screen, you can quickly access your favorite add-ons, media sources, or settings. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to add icons to the Kodi home screen.

Note: The process may vary slightly depending on the version of Kodi you are using. These instructions are based on Kodi v19 (Matrix).

Install a Skin that Supports Customization

To add icons to the Kodi home screen, you need a skin that supports customization. Some popular skins that offer this functionality are Aeon Nox, Confluence, and Arctic Zephyr. Install the desired skin by going to “Settings” > “Interface” > “Skin” > “Get More…” and selecting the skin you want to install.

Enable Custom Home Items

Once you have installed a compatible skin, you need to enable custom home items. Follow these steps:

  1. Go to “Settings” from the Kodi home screen.
  2. Select “Interface” and then click on “Skin”.
  3. In the “Home window” section, enable the “Customize home menu” option.

Add Custom Home Items

After enabling custom home items, you can add icons to the Kodi home screen. Here’s how:

  1. Navigate to the Kodi home screen.
  2. Highlight the item or category you want to add as an icon (e.g., add-ons, movies, TV shows).
  3. Press the “Menu” or “C” key on your keyboard to bring up the context menu.
  4. Select “Add to Home menu” or a similar option depending on the skin you are using.

Customize the Icon and Label

Once you have added the item to the home screen, you can customize the icon and label. Follow these steps:

  1. Highlight the newly added item on the home screen.
  2. Press the “Menu” or “C” key on your keyboard to bring up the context menu.
  3. Select “Change artwork” or a similar option depending on the skin you are using.
  4. Choose an icon image for the item. You can select from the default options provided by the skin or use your own custom image.
  5. Edit the label if desired to give the item a custom name.

Rearrange the Home Screen Icons

If you want to rearrange the icons on the Kodi home screen, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the Kodi home screen.
  2. Highlight the icon you want to move.
  3. Press and hold the “Menu” or “C” key on your keyboard.
  4. Drag the icon to the desired position.

Save and Enjoy

After customizing the icons and arranging them on the home screen, save your changes and enjoy the personalized Kodi interface. You can now easily access your favorite add-ons, media sources, or settings with a single click.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can add icons to the Kodi home screen and create a customized media center experience. Explore different skins, customize the icons and labels, and rearrange them to suit your preferences. Enjoy the convenience and personalization that comes with a tailored Kodi home screen.

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