Windows 10: Cannot change background for both monitors

Discus and support Cannot change background for both monitors in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello,i have continuing problem with changing backgrounds for 2 monitors. As is it on the picture, it only lets me select background for second... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Marko Hrgetić, May 26, 2025.

  1. Cannot change background for both monitors


    Hello,i have continuing problem with changing backgrounds for 2 monitors. As is it on the picture, it only lets me select background for second monitor. After each windows update or nvidia driver update it changes to selection for 1 or 2 monitors but after restart i dont have that option. In windows, it identifies 1 and 2 monitor. In nvidia app, it identifies 1 and 2 monitor but in personalization, when selecting background it have options for only 2 monitor. Been looking everywhere for solution but cannot seem to find one. Please help. Picture with problem included.Pc specs:ASUS PRIME B450M-

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    Marko Hrgetić, May 26, 2025
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  2. changing the background images

    Hi,

    In order to help you better, could you please confirm a couple of things.

    • Have you made any changes on the computer prior to the issue?
    • Are you referring to desktop background image or lock screen image?

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to change the background picture and check if it helps.

    • In the search type as ‘Settings’ and click on it.
    • Select ‘Personalization’, under ‘Background’ option select as ‘Picture’.
    • Under ‘Choose your picture’ select any picture accordingly or you can browse the picture from your computer.

    You may refer to the below link and check if it helps.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17144/windows-10-change-desktop-background

    Please get back to us with an update on this issue, we will be happy to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Karthicka_R, May 26, 2025
    #2
  3. How can I change the background image individually to 6 monitors in Windows 10.

    Hi,

    The option to customize desktop background for multiple display on Windows 10 is hidden on the modern interface of the display settings. To open the old interface to customize your desktop background, follow these steps:

    • Press Windows + R key to open the run command window.
    • Type or copy and paste the command below to open the old Desktop Background
      interface window:

      control /name Microsoft.Personalization /page pageWallpaper
    • Under the Choose your desktop background option, right-click on the image that you wish to set on the desired monitor.
    • Select the Set for monitor 1 to set it on your 1st display.
    • Repeat the steps to set your background for other monitors.

    Let us know should you need further assistance.
     
    Darwin Dim, May 26, 2025
    #3
  4. Lex Del Win User

    Cannot change background for both monitors

    Background cannot be changed

    Hi,

    To change the background on your Windows 10 Mobile, please follow the steps below:

    • Open Settings, and tap on Personalization.
    • Tap on Start.
    • Tap on the drop-down list under Choose a background.
    • Select your preferred background and click apply.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Lex Del, May 26, 2025
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