Windows 10: Can't get rid of Contacts icon on Windows Desktop

Discus and support Can't get rid of Contacts icon on Windows Desktop in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; A month or so ago, the Contacts icon showed up on my desktop. I didn't think much about it and just deleted it, but it came back a few hours later and... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by R_Landry_1, Apr 28, 2019.

  1. R_LANDRY_1
    R_Landry_1 Win User

    Can't get rid of Contacts icon on Windows Desktop


    A month or so ago, the Contacts icon showed up on my desktop. I didn't think much about it and just deleted it, but it came back a few hours later and has kept coming back since. I can't seem to find anyone else with this problem. Can anyone tell me where I can change the setting so this goes away for good?

    :)
     
    R_Landry_1, Apr 28, 2019
    #1
  2. PETER1986C
    Peter1986C Win User

    Remove Linux Desktop Icons

    I am not sure whether this will work (Ubuntu does not have icons like that on the desktop by default), but I suggest opening the trash bin and sweeping the icons into the window showing the trash bin.
     
    Peter1986C, Apr 28, 2019
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  3. TWICKSISTED
    twicksisted Win User
    Windows vista x64 computer icon always changing

    what icons are you referring to?
    In the Windows Explorer list or desktop?
     
    twicksisted, Apr 28, 2019
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  4. DIVYA MURUGAN
    Divya Murugan Win User

    Can't get rid of Contacts icon on Windows Desktop

    Desktop Icons Won't Stay Put

    Hi Laurie,

    As per the issue description I understand that you are facing issues with desktop icons.

    I suggest you try the following step in order to arrange the icons.

    • Right click on the desktop.
    • Click on view
    • Check the option auto arrange icons.
    Let us know if this helps.

    Thanks.
     
    Divya Murugan, Apr 28, 2019
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