Windows 10: Icons on Desktop are slow to respond to the cursor

Discus and support Icons on Desktop are slow to respond to the cursor in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; After a certain number of shortcuts the delay gets bigger with my cursor and the icon being highlighted. It's not my hardware's fault I have a good... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by AdrianCarrillo4, Nov 25, 2020.

  1. ADRIANCARRILLO4
    AdrianCarrillo4 Win User

    Icons on Desktop are slow to respond to the cursor


    After a certain number of shortcuts the delay gets bigger with my cursor and the icon being highlighted. It's not my hardware's fault I have a good computer.

    :)
     
    AdrianCarrillo4, Nov 25, 2020
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  2. PETER1986C
    Peter1986C Win User

    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, Nov 25, 2020
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  3. MELCHIZEDEK QUI
    Melchizedek Qui Win User
    Desktop Icons

    Hello Charles,

    For us to better assist you, we'd like to know the following:

    • Confirm which build is currently installed on your device. To check, follow the steps below:
    • Press Windows key + R, then type in winver.
    • Click OK.
    • Were there any recent changes made prior to this issue?
    • Are you using any 3rd-party antivirus software?
    • Check if the Auto arrange icons is enabled, refer to the steps below:
    • Right-click on your Desktop, hover your mouse cursor to View.
    • Click on Auto arrange icons to disable the feature.
    • Kindly send us a screenshot of your Desktop icons.

    We look forward to your response.

    Regards.
     
    Melchizedek Qui, Nov 25, 2020
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  4. DIVYA MURUGAN
    Divya Murugan Win User

    Icons on Desktop are slow to respond to the cursor

    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, Nov 25, 2020
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