Windows 10: Align icons to grid - i cannot disable this setting no matter what

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  1. GEORGIANA 1234
    Georgiana 1234 Win User

    Align icons to grid - i cannot disable this setting no matter what


    I have tried to disable it even if i have used the Registry editor. And also from view - tried deselecting this option. I have no solutions any more. can anyone help? windows has been just installed on my laptop. And the icons were showing in grid from the start.

    :)
     
    Georgiana 1234, Feb 8, 2022
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  2. PAOLO MAG
    Paolo Mag Win User

    My desktop icons move to a grid on the left for no reason

    Hello,

    If your icons are aligned to a grid, this means that the settings of your desktop are currently auto arranged and automatically aligned. Since you want to rearrange your desktop icons on however you like them, we suggest that you follow these steps:

    • Right-click at a blank area on your desktop.
    • Hover on View.
    • In the right pane, look for Auto arrange icons. If it's checked, make sure to uncheck it.
    • Hover again on View.
    • This time, look for Align icons to grid. If it's checked, make sure to uncheck it.

    After doing these steps, you'll be able to rearrange all your desktop icons again on how you want it.

    Let us know how it goes and if you need further assistance, feel free to post back.
     
    Paolo Mag, Feb 8, 2022
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  3. ANDRE FOR DIRECTLY
    Andre for Directly Win User
    Alignment grid

    Minimize all open windows and apps. You can use Win + D or Win + M shortcut keys. ...

    Right click the empty space on your Desktop and select View - Align icons to grid. This command will toggle the Align icons to grid feature.
     
    Andre for Directly, Feb 8, 2022
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  4. STEVE C
    Steve C Win User

    Align icons to grid - i cannot disable this setting no matter what

    Resolution for "Align Icons to Grid"


    I use "Align Icons to Grid" to line up icons on my Desktop. However, I find the resolution of the grid is too coarse. How can I reduce the icon spacing between icons for the "Align Icons to Grid" option?
     
    Steve C, Feb 8, 2022
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