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Q&A: How can I make my Desktop icons bigger?

Posted on March 7, 2024

Question from Andreas: Hello, Rick. I hope you can help me.

I recently replaced my ancient desktop computer with a new Dell with Windows 11 on it.

I also bought a new 24 inch flat panel monitor to go with it, and I love the enhanced sharpness and clarity.

The problem is I’m used to using an older monitor that had large icons (I know, I’m WAY behind the times) and at 72 years of age my eyes aren’t what they once were.

Thanks to one of your tips I found out how to increase the font size in Google Chrome which was a tremendous help, but I really need to know how to make the Desktop icons bigger.

Can you help me with this? [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I get my Desktop icons back in Windows 11?

Posted on September 27, 2023

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Question from Cole: I recently updated my PC from Windows 10 to Windows 11.

The problem I’m having is Windows 11 seems to have deleted two of the Desktop icons that I use the most.

I use the “This PC” and “Recycle Bin” icons a lot and I’d really like to get them back if I can. Can you tell me how to do it? [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I get my ‘Recycle Bin’ icon back?

Posted on September 17, 2023

Question from Uneva: I have somehow deleted the icon for the Recycle Bin from my desktop. How can I get it back?

My computer is an HP All-In-One with Windows on it.

Thanks for your help in advance. I really appreciate it. [Read more…]

Q&A: What happened to the icons and shortcuts on my Desktop?

Posted on May 27, 2013

Question from Ken B.: Rick, I turned my computer on this morning (Dell XPS 15 laptop w/Windows 7) and my desktop was blank. After it booted up everything on the desktop was missing, including the Recycle Bin, the Computer icon and all of my shortcuts. I don’t know what happened to make then disappear, but I desperately need them back ASAP.

Can you please tell me how to get all of my desktop icons and shortcuts back without reinstalling everything? I’ll be indebted to you for life my friend! Thanks in advance for you help.

Rick’s answer: [Read more…]