Windows 10: Desktop icon of a defined System folder doesn't move

Discus and support Desktop icon of a defined System folder doesn't move in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I need to change the location of the Pictures folder on the desktop but it keeps returning to its standard position. How can I fix this?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by annaisma, Jun 5, 2022.

  1. annaisma Win User

    Desktop icon of a defined System folder doesn't move


    I need to change the location of the Pictures folder on the desktop but it keeps returning to its standard position. How can I fix this?

    :)
     
    annaisma, Jun 5, 2022
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  2. BetoLP Win User

    Windows doesn`t start. Authomatic repair doesn`t work.

    Thanks again!!

    I`m sorry I had not noticed that the text on the picture was in spanish. It says that windows has replaced some damaged clusters in "name" file and "directory". Then, at the end "an unspecified error occurred (75736e6a726e6c2e 4f6)".

    I`ll do it and I`ll be updating this thread when I have the report.

    - - - Updated - - -

    I ran SeaTools. These are the results:

    Desktop icon of a defined System folder doesn't move [​IMG]


    Does it mean my HDD is useless?
     
    BetoLP, Jun 5, 2022
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  3. Mr McC Win User
    Weird desktop icon behaviour on Steam

    Yes, they are; however, when I right click on the "blue sphere" icon to change it and browse to the corresponding folder inside the Steam folder, it lets me go through all the steps, but the blue sphere remains. *Confused Desktop icon of a defined System folder doesn't move :confused:
     
    Mr McC, Jun 5, 2022
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  4. Desktop icon of a defined System folder doesn't move

    Icons on the desktop

    Hi,

    There are several reasons for your desktop icons not to stay put such as changes in registry, system cache, or an enabled
    Auto arrange icon setting. To rectify your issue with keeping your icons arranged, we suggest that you right-click on any blank space on your desktop, click
    View, then make sure that the check mark for Auto arrange icon is removed.

    If the issue persist even after performing the steps above, you can rebuild your icon cache. This method solves most issues with incorrectly displayed icons. Here are the steps to do so:

    • Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the
      Run box.
    • Type %userprofile%, then hit Enter.
    • Go to the AppData folder, then open the Local
      folder.
    • Select the IconCache file, then click Delete.

    If you're having challenges finding the IconCache file, you have to make sure that your hidden items are visible. Below are the steps:

    • Type hidden in Cortana, the Windows search bar or your task bar.
    • Select Show hidden files and folders from the result.
    • Go to View tab.
    • Enable the Show hidden files, folders, and drives.
    • Hit Apply, then click OK.

    Update us if the steps above helped you in resolving your concern.

    Thank you.
     
    Angela Pun, Jun 5, 2022
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