Windows 10: Desktop Icons doing strange things when I arrange them

Discus and support Desktop Icons doing strange things when I arrange them in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Hey folks! I have this weird issue on my desktop when I try to arrange them, look this nonsense [img] [img] [img] Why this is happening? Thanks... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by alesyt0h, May 28, 2018.

  1. ALESYT0H
    alesyt0h Win User

    Desktop Icons doing strange things when I arrange them


    Hey folks!

    I have this weird issue on my desktop when I try to arrange them, look this nonsense


    Desktop Icons doing strange things when I arrange them [​IMG]

    Desktop Icons doing strange things when I arrange them [​IMG]

    Desktop Icons doing strange things when I arrange them [​IMG]


    Why this is happening?

    Thanks in advance!

    :)
     
    alesyt0h, May 28, 2018
    #1
  2. ANANNYA PODDER
    Anannya Podder Win User

    auto arrange icon desktop , why ?

    Hi,

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

    a) Right click on Desktop.

    b) Click on View.

    c) Uncheck both "Arrange icons to grid" and "Auto arrange icons".

    d) Restart the computer and check if it helps.
     
    Anannya Podder, May 29, 2018
    #2
  3. DIVYA MURUGAN
    Divya Murugan Win User
    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 29, 2018
    #3
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