Windows customization has become more and more locked down over the years, and that's been especially true of Windows 11, which has removed a lot of features from previous Windows versions. But, while ...

Over the years, Microsoft Windows has offered customization elements we loved. Some of the bits we loved aren't available anymore: desktop widgets in Windows Vista and the Windows Aero theme that may ...

The desktop in the Windows 8 beta offers no Start button and a few shortcuts. How can you easily populate it with your favorite programs? Lance Whitney is a freelance technology writer and trainer and ...

Ever since we started controlling our computers with a mouse, icons have been central to our operating systems. By clicking on small, simple images representing a folder, trash can, or magnifying ...

There have been various ways of customizing the Windows desktop over the years — remember Windows Vista gadgets? But make sure you keep security in mind. Like many things, computer desktops are unique ...

One of the oldest and most used features on Windows is the ability to create shortcuts to files and programs stored on your PC. Creating a shortcut is not the same thing as moving the program or file ...

If you are unable to or cannot move desktop icons in Windows 11/10, then this post is sure to help you. In this post, we will show how to fix the issue. Like many users, you might have also faced this ...

You may often notice blank icons on your desktop or folders or incorrect images on your Windows 11 device. These are broken icons in Windows 11/10, and we have just the right solutions for you to fix ...