# ShowAE — Theme your Homescreen Icons

> App for creating custom icon effects and theming device homescreens. (iPhone/iPad app by Sean Kelly.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showae/id6444632255 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sean Kelly](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615409978)
- Category: Graphics & Design
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.83/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showae/id6444632255/reviews.md

## What is ShowAE?

ShowAE has over 300 unique icon effects so you can theme your icons and have an amazing looking Homescreen!

Choose from multiple icon effect layers to create a unique and amazing icon effect. 

Export a single image to share or automatically apply to your favourite icons. Its so simple too!

## Key features

- Over 300 unique icon effects
- Layer multiple icon effect options
- Create unique and amazing icon effects
- Export single images for sharing
- Automatically apply to favorite icons
- Simple and easy to use

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Silver Donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bronze Donation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Donation | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showae/id6444632255/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Very hard to use

*2024-06-22*

Good effort . Very hard to use shortcuts . I don’t k oe why Apple make it so difficult .

I find it very confusing but may be it is me

### 5/5 — Such a fantastic tool for creative people.

*2023-02-16*

This is a fantastic tool for creative people who love to customize their iPhones. There’s so many possibilities you only need an imagination to create something awesome.

### 5/5 — Greatest app ever

*2023-02-16, version 1.0*

Thanks for giving us such a wonderful experience with these apps you make

### 5/5 — ShowAE

*2023-02-16*

The BEST !!!

## Frequently asked questions about ShowAE

### What is ShowAE?

ShowAE is an application designed to help users create custom icon effects for their device's homescreen. It offers over 300 unique effects that can be layered to achieve a personalized look.

### How many icon effects does ShowAE offer?

ShowAE provides users with access to over 300 unique icon effects, allowing for extensive customization of their device's homescreen icons.

### Can I apply the custom icons directly to my homescreen with ShowAE?

Yes, ShowAE offers the functionality to automatically apply your created icon effects to your favorite icons, simplifying the process of theming your homescreen.

### What devices does ShowAE support?

ShowAE is currently supported on iPhone devices, allowing iOS users to enhance their homescreen aesthetics.

### What is the age rating for ShowAE?

ShowAE has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is ShowAE updated?

ShowAE was last updated on February 16, 2023, with version 1.0. Further updates will be released by the developer, Sean Kelly.

### Does ShowAE have ads?

No, ShowAE does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What is the user rating for ShowAE?

ShowAE has received an excellent rating of 4.8 stars based on 18 user ratings, indicating high user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2023-02-16

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-24.*