Windows 10: How do I get desktop icons to appear expanded when I click on them?

Discus and support How do I get desktop icons to appear expanded when I click on them? in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Is it possible to have the icons on the desktop, appear expanded when I click on them? The icons in the taskbar when I click on them appear expanded.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by jonmacnl, Sep 9, 2019.

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    How do I get desktop icons to appear expanded when I click on them?


    Is it possible to have the icons on the desktop, appear expanded when I click on them? The icons in the taskbar when I click on them appear expanded.

    :)
     
    jonmacnl, Sep 9, 2019
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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 9, 2019
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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 9, 2019
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  4. How do I get desktop icons to appear expanded when I click on them?

    Desktop Icons

    Hello,

    Some configuration on your desktop settings must have been changed. To address your concern, follow the steps below:

    • Right-click anywhere on your desktop > Click View.
    • Make sure there's a check mark beside Show desktop icons.
    • Check if the desktop icons are now appearing.

    Let us know the status of the issue.
     
    Regile Reb, Sep 9, 2019
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