Windows 10: Issue with Desktop Background Slideshow Resetting

Hello,I am experiencing an issue with the desktop background slideshow feature on Windows.I set up a slideshow for my background, selecting the correct folder with the images, and everything works fine initially. However, when I switch between virtual desktops using Windows+Tab for example, from Desktop 1 to Desktop 2, and then return to the original desktop Desktop 2 back to Desktop 1, the background reverts to a single static image instead of continuing the slideshow.This issue occurs every time I switch between virtual desktops. Could you please help me resolve this so the slideshow con

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Slideshow desktop background not working

Hello DevvratSingh1, Welcome to Microsoft Community.

Seems you encountered an issue about slideshow background not working on your main user account. That can be annoying. I will try my best to help you. Here are my suggestions:

Since the problem seems to be specific to your main user account, it's likely related to user settings or a conflict with the TranslucentTB app. Here are some steps to help you resolve this:

• Check Background Settings
  

1. Right-click on the Desktop and select Personalize.
   
2. In the Background section, ensure that Slideshow is selected.
   
3. Check the folder path of the pictures you are using for the slideshow. Ensure that the path is correct and accessible.
   

• Check Power Settings
  

1. Open Control Panel.
   
2. Go to Power Options.
   
3. Select your power plan and click on Change plan settings.
   
4. Click on Change advanced power settings.
   
5. Expand Desktop background settings and then Slide show.
   
6. Make sure both On battery and Plugged in are set to Available.
   

• Reset TranslucentTB Settings
  

Since the issue might be related to TranslucentTB, try resetting its settings:

1. Open TranslucentTB.
   
2. Navigate to the settings and reset them to default.
   
3. Restart your computer and check if the slideshow works.
   

• Run System File Checker
  

Corrupted system files might cause this issue:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
   
2. Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
   
3. Wait for the process to complete and see if it finds and fixes any issues.
   

• Check for Conflicting Apps
  

Some third-party apps might interfere with the slideshow functionality:

1. Temporarily disable or uninstall any recent apps or extensions you have installed.
   
2. Restart your computer and check if the slideshow works.
   

• Create a New User Profile
  

If none of the above steps work, creating a new user profile might resolve the issue:

1. Open Settings and go to Accounts.
   
2. Go to Family & other users.
   
3. Click on Add someone else to this PC.
   
4. Follow the prompts to create a new user account.
   
5. Log in to the new user account and set up the slideshow background.
   
6. If it works, you can migrate your data from the old account to the new one.
   

• Registry Edit (Advanced)
  

If you're comfortable with advanced troubleshooting, you can try editing the registry:

1. Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter.
   
2. Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\ActiveDesktop.
   
3. If there is a value named NoChangingWallpaper, delete it or set its value to 0.
   
4. Restart your computer.
   

• Reinstall TranslucentTB
  

If the issue started after installing TranslucentTB, you can try reinstalling it:

1. Uninstall TranslucentTB completely from your system.
   
2. Restart your computer and check if the slideshow works.
   
3. If it works, try reinstalling TranslucentTB from the Microsoft Store.
   

I hope it can solve your problem. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

Best Regards,

 

Windows 11: Desktop background keeps resetting from slideshow to a picture.

Hi Nicole,

Here are the steps I took per your suggestion.

1. Make Sure the Theme Isn't Changing Your Wallpaper
   
   • I created a custom Theme with Background set to Slideshow and Lock Screen to Spotlight.
     
   • Locked screen and logged back in all good.
     
   • Rebooted and both reset to Picture.
     
   • I reset back to Slideshow and Spotlight accordingly.
     
2. Turn Off Slideshow in Personalization Settings
   
   • I set Background to a color and Lock Screen to Picture
     
   • Restarted system.
     
   • Settings remained.
     
   • Reset Background to Slideshow and Screen to Spotlight.
     
   • Restarted system.
     
   • Settings remained for the moment.
     
   • Restarted one more time and Background reverted to Picture & Screen remained at Spotlight.
     
   • Reset Background to Slideshow.
     
   • Restarted again.
     
   • Settings remained for the moment.
     
   • Restarted again just to validate and settings remained for the moment.
     
3. Disable Windows Sync Settings
   
   • I cannot do this since the factory reset, my account cannot use my Microsoft account only the local. As such, Settings > Accounts > Windows backup > the option to Remember Preferences is grayed out; only available if using Microsoft account.
     
4. Use a Local Account
   
   • I can only use Local Account
     
5. Lock the Background Settings
   
   • This is not an option as, I’m the only user and with Home edition I don’t have Group Policy option.
     

Status: While running through steps 3-6 my Background reverted to Picture on its own, without me locking screen or restarting system. Mystery remains as to what’s causing this change on its own. I think Microsoft needs to get involved to evaluate this bug. I know I’m not the only one reporting this issue as I have found several articles over the past couple of years on this topic and don’t know why MSFT hasn’t gotten involved yet.

 

Slideshow as desktop background.

Hi Marilyn,

Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community.

I suggest you to try the steps below and check if it helps.

• Press Windows Logo Key + I. Then click on Personalization.
• Click on Background to change it.

For reference:

Change desktop background and colors - Microsoft Support



Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.