Windows 10: I hope there's a way to have my Desktop icons stay where I place them

Discus and support I hope there's a way to have my Desktop icons stay where I place them in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; My computer, is a Dell laptop. Running Windows 10 Pro. I have my; desktop icons arranged. Two rows, on the right And one row, on the left. Here's, the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Jerry_Dwyer, Mar 17, 2021.

  1. I hope there's a way to have my Desktop icons stay where I place them


    My computer, is a Dell laptop.
    Running Windows 10 Pro.
    I have my; desktop icons arranged.
    Two rows, on the right
    And one row, on the left.

    Here's, the problem. For some reason.
    Sometimes all of he icons, end up on the left
    It's like they just, slammed over there.
    To put them back, where they belong.
    Is, a real problem.
    The mouse, can slide some, back in place.
    But, most of the icons. The mouse. can't budge!

    Which brings mel. To my question;
    Could I, create a template. Or anything?
    So, when the icons, are on the wrong side.
    I can, click on it. Or, run something?
    So the icons, move back. "Like Magic

    Thank you for reading . . . Jerry


    * Original title: I hope there's a way . . .

    :)
     
    Jerry_Dwyer, Mar 17, 2021
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  2. 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, Mar 17, 2021
    #2
  3. Try3 Win User
    Deleted icons stay on desktop (not in desktop folder)

    I can only suggest that you
    1 Add a list of steps you have already taken.
    2 Add a comment about restarting the computer. Do the deleted icons disappear then?
    2 Add a comment explaining if any Desktop items do delete correctly and whether or not there are any significant differences between those that do delete correctly and those that don't.
    3 Add a list of any OS tweaks you have done & any third-party OS-related utilities you have run.

    I assume you have already reinstalled your display driver.
    I don't see a Repair install as being relevant. Repair Install - TenForumsTutorials

    Denis
     
  4. Xylee Del Win User

    I hope there's a way to have my Desktop icons stay where I place them

    Windows 10 can't lock desktop icons in place

    Hi,

    In Windows 10, there are ways to keep the icons in place. To make them stay in their location, we suggest that you check these methods:

    Method 1:

    • In your desktop, right click on an open area.
    • Select Personalise, click Themes on the left menu.
    • Remove the checkmark on Allow themes to change desktop icons, then click
      Apply.
    • Arrange your icons where you want them to be.

    Method 2:

    • In an open area, right click on your desktop.
    • Select View, on the drop down menu Auto arrange icons shouldn't have a checkmark and
      Align icons to grid should have a checkmark.
    Let us know if any of the above methods work.
     
    Xylee Del, Mar 17, 2021
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