Windows 10: Desktop icons

Discus and support Desktop icons in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I want to change desktop icons gradually, not just small, medium or large. I found a way a while back, but I can't figure out where I went.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Janlth, Sep 3, 2018.

  1. Janlth Win User

    Desktop icons


    I want to change desktop icons gradually, not just small, medium or large. I found a way a while back, but I can't figure out where I went.

    :)
     
    Janlth, Sep 3, 2018
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  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, Sep 3, 2018
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  3. 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, Sep 3, 2018
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  4. Desktop icons

    Desktop Icons

    Hello Glenda,

    Share this information to assist you better.

    • Is the issue particular to the Comcast?
    • Have you installed all the pending updates?
    • Did you try changing icons of other shortcuts?
    Follow the steps and check if it helps:

    Step 1: Press Windows+I to open Settings panel, and click
    Personalization to access Personalization settings.

    Step 2: Tap Change desktop icons on the top left in the Personalization window.

    Step 3: In the Desktop Icon Settings window, select the icon of
    This PC and click Change Icon.

    Step 4: Choose a new icon from the list, and tap OK.

    Step 5: Click OK to confirm the change.

    Let us know the status of the issue.
     
    Rakesh Narayanaswamy, Sep 3, 2018
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