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  1. chaser888 Win User

    Windows 11 24H2: Desktop icons change position after unplugging external monitor


    Ever since installing the Windows 11 24H2 update, the positions of my desktop icons get messed up on the laptop every time I unplug the external monitor. Icon positions on the external monitor are not affected.Please fix this asap as it's driving me nuts.

    :)
     
    chaser888, Jan 22, 2025
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  2. Argel Obm Win User

    How to prevent desktop icons from changing positions

    Hi Stephen,

    There are various reasons why you're experiencing the issue. Let us isolate your concern by enabling the
    Auto arrange icons option, and then disabling it to see if the issue will persist. To do this follow these steps:

    • Go to the Desktop screen, and then right click anywhere.
    • Hover your mouse on View.
    • Select Auto arrange icons.
    • Restart the computer.
    • After restarting the computer, check if your Desktop icons are still in the right position after clicking the
      Auto arrange icons option.
    • If your Desktop icons are in the right position, repeat steps 1-3 to disable the
      Auto arrange icons option.
    • Customize the position of your Desktop icons.
    • Restart the computer.
    • After restarting the computer, check if the issue will occur.

    We'll be waiting for your response.
     
    Argel Obm, Jan 22, 2025
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  3. Windows vista x64 computer icon always changing

    what icons are you referring to?
    In the Windows Explorer list or desktop?
     
    twicksisted, Jan 22, 2025
    #3
  4. Windows 11 24H2: Desktop icons change position after unplugging external monitor

    Windows 11 desktop icons revert to previous position after restart.

    Hi Cpt. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

    Try these fixes for Windows 11 desktop icons changing position after restart:

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    How To Lock Desktop Icons in Windows

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    Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020, Jan 22, 2025
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