Windows 10: Desktop background

Discus and support Desktop background in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Why has microsoft changed the background on my desktop without my permission. I no longer have a copy of the photo I used so I cannot change it back.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by WilliamMurray5, Jul 12, 2018.

  1. Desktop background


    Why has microsoft changed the background on my desktop without my permission. I no longer have a copy of the photo I used so I cannot change it back.

    :)
     
    WilliamMurray5, Jul 12, 2018
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  2. Misiowiec Win User

    Lost desktop background

    I did a Search & Distroy spyware scan the other day, and one of the suggested "fixes" said something about removing Active Desktop. Like the muppet I am I clicked yes and am now without a desktop background picture.

    Does anyone have an idea how to reverse this? If I try to select a picture it's simply not added as a background.
     
    Misiowiec, Jul 12, 2018
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  3. Slideshow as desktop background.

    Hi Marilyn,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community.

    I suggest you to try the steps below and check if it helps.

    • Press Windows Logo Key + I. Then click on Personalization.
    • Click on Background to change it.
    For reference:

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/getstarted-change-desktop-background



    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Kalpana Shankarappa, Jul 12, 2018
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  4. Desktop background

    change desktop background color

    Hi,

    To change the desktop background into a solid color, see the steps below:

    • Right-click on the desktop, and select Personalize.
    • Under Personalization, select Background.
    • On the right pane, click on the drop-down menu for Background, and then select
      Solid color.
    • Choose your preferred color and it should immediately make changes.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Patricia Yu, Jul 12, 2018
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