Windows 10: Desktop icons on multiple screens

Discus and support Desktop icons on multiple screens in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I have 3 monitors. One is designated as my Home monitor. When I save items to my desktop they may go to any of the three monitors (not all 3 just 1)... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Dean475, May 9, 2019.

  1. Dean475 Win User

    Desktop icons on multiple screens


    I have 3 monitors. One is designated as my Home monitor. When I save items to my desktop they may go to any of the three monitors (not all 3 just 1) I would like to keep them coraled and on only 1 screen. How can I do that and how can I get all of the existing ones onto a single screen.

    Thanks

    Dean

    :)
     
    Dean475, May 9, 2019
    #1

  2. 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 9, 2019
    #2
  3. Xylee Del Win User
    Another page/screen

    Hello,

    Thank you for reaching out to us. Windows 10 has a feature to create multiple desktops that can have a wide range of apps. For us to help you with your concern and delete the second desktop, we suggest that you perform the steps below:

    • On the taskbar, select the Task View icon.
    • Desktop 1 and Desktop 2 will appear at the bottom of your screen.
    • Hover your mouse at the Desktop that you'd like to delete. Click the
      red X icon
      at the top to delete the Desktop permanently.

    Meanwhile, we suggest that you check this article:
    Multiple desktops in Windows 10
    for further reference.

    Let us know the results.
     
    Xylee Del, May 9, 2019
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  4. Desktop icons on multiple screens

    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 9, 2019
    #4
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