Windows 10: Desktop icons disappeared in Tablet mode

Discus and support Desktop icons disappeared in Tablet mode in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I am facing a problem with my desktop. In tablet mode, all the icons disappeared.And in Settings, there is no option for Optimize taskbar for touch... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by EthanChai1, Jun 11, 2024.

  1. Desktop icons disappeared in Tablet mode


    I am facing a problem with my desktop. In tablet mode, all the icons disappeared.And in Settings, there is no option for Optimize taskbar for touch when device is used as tablet.How to make the desktop icons appear again?

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    EthanChai1, Jun 11, 2024
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  2. Desktop Icons disappeared

    Hi Kinsley,

    • Are you referring to the desktop icons?
    • When did the icons disappear? Did you make any changes to the system Settings?

    It's possible that your device is in Tablet mode. I suggest you to turn it off and check if the icons appear. To do so, select the
    Action center icon on the taskbar (the little message box next to the date and time), and then select
    Tablet mode to turn it on or off.

    Also refer the following thread which discusses about a similar issue.

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    Hope this helps. Keep us updated with the status of the issue to continue assisting you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Azaruddin Syed, Jun 11, 2024
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  3. Icons have disappeared

    Hi Robert,

    Missing icons after a recent Windows update can be due to the changes made in your PC Settings while updating.
    Before we proceed with any troubleshooting steps, we suggest that you make sure that
    Show Desktop icons is enabled. Here's how:

    • Right-click on the empty area on your desktop.
    • Choose View and you should see Show Desktop icons option.
    • Try checking and unchecking Show Desktop icons option a few times but remember to leave this option checked.

    Should the issue persists, you can turn off tablet mode. Windows 10 is designed to work with touchscreen devices and touchscreen monitors and it comes with tablet mode that optimizes Windows 10 for touchscreen devices. apparently using tablet mode can sometimes
    cause your icons to disappear so let’s see how we can turn off tablet mode. Follow the steps below to turn off tablet mode:

    • Open Settings > System and choose Tablet mode from the left.
    • Locate the Make Windows more touch-friendly when using your device as a tablet and set it to off.
    • Your desktop icons should now appear. If that doesn’t work, try turning on and off Tablet mode a few times.

    Keep us posted on how it goes.
     
    Jennifer Bri, Jun 11, 2024
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  4. davidhk Win User

    Desktop icons disappeared in Tablet mode

    Desktop Icons vanished


    To : DrAS,

    Just to elaborate what Berton has told you..........that you are on Tablet Mode.
    If it is what Berton has suggested, you can have your desktop back. Follow steps below................
    Bottom right next to Time, there is a notification icon > click it > click Tablet mode.
    You should have your desktop back.

    https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/3...dows-10-a.html


    Desktop icons disappeared in Tablet mode 65292d1485962587t-desktop-icons-vanished-notification-icon-tablet-mode.jpg
     
    davidhk, Jun 11, 2024
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