Windows 10: When PC loads no desktop Icons, can't open anything.

Discus and support When PC loads no desktop Icons, can't open anything. in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; Hi, The problem. When I load up my pc I get a blank desktop with no icons, just the windows taskbar. When I click on the taskbar apps nothing... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by JoshuaDerbyshire, Feb 1, 2021.

  1. When PC loads no desktop Icons, can't open anything.


    Hi,


    The problem.


    When I load up my pc I get a blank desktop with no icons, just the windows taskbar.

    When I click on the taskbar apps nothing opens, if I try to open settings it doesn't open.

    Basically, nothing opens. I cant go to Control + ALT + Delete.


    If I keep resetting the pc or turning it off and on again, it might work 1/10 times.


    I've installed all updates hoping this would fix it.

    :)
     
    JoshuaDerbyshire, Feb 1, 2021
    #1

  2. 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, Feb 1, 2021
    #2
  3. 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, Feb 1, 2021
    #3
  4. When PC loads no desktop Icons, can't open anything.

    opening icons on desktop

    Hello Evaine,

    We still can't identify the possible causes of this desktop icon issues you're experiencing. To get a closer look at the root cause, we need additional information. Kindly answer the following questions below:

    • Are you also experiencing the same issue when clicking any icons on the Start menu?
    • Does the issue still the same when using another mouse? How about using your mouse on another computer?
    • Is it also possible to send us a screenshot when the white square box appears after you double click the desktop icon?
    • Have you also tried performing a hardware troubleshooter? If you still haven't, just follow the steps below:

    Hardware Troubleshoot

    Windows has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with hardware and devices. We would suggest that you run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your mouse.

    Refer these steps:

    • Press Windows key +X, select Control panel
    • Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons
    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel
    • Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter

    We look forward to your reply.
     
    Michelle Vil, Feb 1, 2021
    #4
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