Windows 10: is there a way to not have desktop icons transfer to new pc's on windows 11

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  1. DAKOTA ADKINS
    Dakota Adkins Win User

    is there a way to not have desktop icons transfer to new pc's on windows 11


    is there a way to not have desktop icons transfer to new pc's on windows 11

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    Dakota Adkins, Nov 5, 2023
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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 5, 2023
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  3. TWICKSISTED
    twicksisted Win User
    Windows vista x64 computer icon always changing

    what icons are you referring to?
    In the Windows Explorer list or desktop?
     
    twicksisted, Nov 5, 2023
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  4. RAKESH NARAYANASWAMY
    Rakesh Narayanaswamy Win User

    is there a way to not have desktop icons transfer to new pc's on windows 11

    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, Nov 5, 2023
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