Windows 10: Shortcut key to change desktop background

Discus and support Shortcut key to change desktop background in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; There are a few threads about changing the desktop background. All of these claim there is no shortcut key. All the threads are locked, or I would add... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by StephenClamage, Jan 2, 2020.

  1. Shortcut key to change desktop background


    There are a few threads about changing the desktop background. All of these claim there is no shortcut key. All the threads are locked, or I would add this query to an existing thread.


    Despite the claims to the contrary, I have many times accidentally changed the desktop background when clicking on an image file jpg, for example. I don't know which keys I unintentionally hit. I would like to disable this feature, since accidentally changing the background is annoying.


    On a related note, I'd like to know where the background image is stored. That is, if I select an image to use for background, presumably Windows tucks away a copy of the file. Where is that copy?

    :)
     
    StephenClamage, Jan 2, 2020
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  2. 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:

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/getstarted-change-desktop-background



    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Kalpana Shankarappa, Jan 2, 2020
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  3. change desktop background color

    Hi,

    To change the desktop background into a solid color, see the steps below:

    • Right-click on the desktop, and select Personalize.
    • Under Personalization, select Background.
    • On the right pane, click on the drop-down menu for Background, and then select
      Solid color.
    • Choose your preferred color and it should immediately make changes.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Patricia Yu, Jan 2, 2020
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  4. Shortcut key to change desktop background

    changing the background images

    Hi,

    In order to help you better, could you please confirm a couple of things.

    • Have you made any changes on the computer prior to the issue?
    • Are you referring to desktop background image or lock screen image?

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to change the background picture and check if it helps.

    • In the search type as ‘Settings’ and click on it.
    • Select ‘Personalization’, under ‘Background’ option select as ‘Picture’.
    • Under ‘Choose your picture’ select any picture accordingly or you can browse the picture from your computer.

    You may refer to the below link and check if it helps.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17144/windows-10-change-desktop-background

    Please get back to us with an update on this issue, we will be happy to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Karthicka_R, Jan 2, 2020
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