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    Windows 11 - Desktop background automatically reverts to the default image after changing it


    Device Model: asus zenbook ux363eaJust purchased an Asus Zenbook with windows 11 home edition V 21H2 installed. Whenever I change the desktop background, it reverts back to the default image within minutes. I believe it may be something to do with the laptop being used as a display model was set up at an IT store after purchase; however, this is just a guess.I have tried deleting all themes except for the custom one using the image I'd like as my wallpaper. I've tried restarting & shutting down the device as well as disabling policies in the group policy editor. Nothing has worked so f

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    Jacob_493, Sep 12, 2022
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  2. 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, Sep 12, 2022
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  3. I want to get the default images back for lock screen and desktop

    Hi Ryan,

    To change the lockscreen and desktop background to default, follow the steps provided below and check for status.

    • Navigate to Start>Settings>Personalization.
    • In the left navigation pane, click on Background.
    • In the right pane, click on the drop down list under Background
      and select Picture.
    • Choose the default picture displayed below the drop down list.
    • Follow the same steps to change the lockscreen image as well.

    Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Sep 12, 2022
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  4. Windows 11 - Desktop background automatically reverts to the default image after changing it

    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



    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, Sep 12, 2022
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