Windows 10: Desktop Icons appear smaller than others.

Discus and support Desktop Icons appear smaller than others. in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I've been having an issue with some of the icons on my desktop. I don't know why this happens and haven't found anything about it online, but for some... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Shrewt, May 28, 2021.

  1. Shrewt Win User

    Desktop Icons appear smaller than others.


    I've been having an issue with some of the icons on my desktop. I don't know why this happens and haven't found anything about it online, but for some reason I can't get some icons to appear "full screen" and they instead look as if they are minimized. You can see below the three icons that are circled are the ones that I'm talking about. I'm not sure if this is a problem with steam or the icon files, but I thought this would be the best place to ask. It's really not a big deal, but I have been able to get at least Vermintide 2 to be "full screen" so I know it is possible and I'm assuming it i

    :)
     
    Shrewt, May 28, 2021
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  2. Some custom desktop icons turn smaller.

    Hi KillerBot977,

    Got it, thanks. Now, if that's the case, then kindly complete the steps below.

    1. Try to follow the steps in the link below.

    https://www.digitalcitizen.life/ways-make-your-...

    (Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised
    on the site before you decide to download and install it.)

    2. If the issue persists, then try to manually replace those affected icons.

    2.1. Right-click on an icon > select "Open file location". Leave the File Explorer window for now & proceed to step 2.2 below.

    2.2. Right-click on the same icon > select "Delete"

    2.3. Then, go back to the File Explorer in step 2.1 > Right-click on the program's EXE file > select "Send to > Desktop (create shortcut)" to generate back the same icon.

    2.4. If the issue is resolved, then repeat steps 2.1 to 2.3 until all icons are replaced.

    3. If the issue is not resolved, then I'd suggest recreating your User Profile as per below.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/14039/...

    I hope this helps. Let me know how you go. Thank you!

    Sincerely,

    Paul A.

    Independent Advisor
     
    Paul Abayon, May 28, 2021
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  3. 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, May 28, 2021
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  4. Desktop Icons appear smaller than others.

    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, May 28, 2021
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