It is easy to enable the free positioning of the desktop icons on the Windows desktop under Windows 11!You don't necessarily need a desktop icon positioning tool, Windows sometimes rearranges your desktop icons, for example when you restart Windows, or when you download a new application, and a new desktop icon is added. This is because of a smart feature that is enabled by default. 1.) ... Deactivating the intelligent desktop icon align function!
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(Image-1) Free positioning of the desktop icons under Windows 11! |
2.) Other possible causes and what should be taken into account!
This method described above should prevent Windows from rearranging your desktop icons mostly randomly. However, there are some special cases on Windows 11 where your desktop icons need to be rearranged even if you have disabled the Auto-arrange icons settings. For example, if you change your screen resolution, your icons can sometimes be scattered.
Tools like Desktop-OK can help here by creating a backup of the desktop icons at regular intervals!
►► Desktop-OK is a tool for saving the icon positions or the icon layout on the desktop.
Free positioning of desktop icons in Windows 11 allows you to arrange the icons on your desktop however you want, instead of automatically arranging them in a grid arrangement. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you decide to freely position the desktop icons:
Clutter:
Having too many icons on your desktop and positioning them freely can easily lead to clutter. It can be difficult to find specific icons when they are scattered all over the desktop. To maintain clarity, make sure you arrange the icons in a way that makes sense to you.
►► Save the desktop icon positions!
Resolution and screen size:
The number of icons you can place on your desktop depends on the screen resolution and size. If your screen is smaller, you have less space for positioning icons.
►► Changing screen resolution in Windows 11, 10, two solutions/tips!
Desktop background:
The desktop background can affect the readability of the icons. Make sure the background isn't too busy or the icons are hard to see. A simple background or a high-contrast color choice can help.
►► sUse solid color desktop backgrounds on Windows 11 and 10
Folders: If you have a lot of icons on your desktop, it may make sense to create folders and organize icons in these folders. This can improve clarity and make the desktop look cleaner.
Security Considerations:
If you have confidential documents or files on your desktop, you should ensure that your computer is protected from unauthorized access. It is advisable to set a strong password or PIN for your computer, especially if you use free positioning of icons.
Clean up regularly:
Keep track of what icons you have on your desktop and clean up regularly. Delete unnecessary icons or move them to another location to keep things tidy.
Hide desktop icons:
You can also hide certain desktop icons if you don't need them temporarily. Right-click the desktop, select "Customize" and then "Desktop Icon Settings" to select the icons you want to show or hide.
►► How can I get rid of the automatic hiding of desktop icons?
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Free positioning of desktop icons can give you more flexibility in organizing your desktop, but it also requires some discipline to maintain clutter. Remember that the way you arrange your icons depends on your personal preferences and work habits.
Free positioning of desktop icons can give you more flexibility in organizing your desktop, but it also requires some discipline to maintain clutter. Remember that the way you arrange your icons depends on your personal preferences and work habits.
FAQ 190: Updated on: 10 October 2023 07:04