How Do I Rearrange My Desktop in Windows 10?

Rearranging your Windows 10 desktop is simple! You can move icons, folders, and shortcuts around to suit your preferences.

Moving Icons

1. Click and drag: Click on the icon you want to move and hold the left mouse button.
2. Drag to the desired location: Move your mouse to the new position on your desktop.
3. Release: Release the left mouse button to drop the icon in its new location.

Organizing Icons

1. Right-click on an empty area of the desktop: This opens a menu with various options.
2. Choose "View"
3. Select an arrangement: Choose from options like "Large icons," "Small icons," "List," or "Details."
4. Align icons: Use the "Align Icons" option to automatically arrange them in a grid.

Using the Desktop Toolbar

1. Right-click an empty area of the desktop: This opens a menu.
2. Select "Show desktop icons" to toggle the visibility of icons.
3. Right-click an empty area of the desktop and choose "Customize desktop icons" to choose which icons are displayed.

Using the File Explorer

1. Open File Explorer by pressing the Windows key + E.
2. Navigate to the location of the file or folder you want to add to the desktop: You can drag and drop the file or folder directly onto the desktop.

Tips for Rearranging Your Desktop:

• Create folders: Organize your icons into folders by dragging and dropping them into a new folder.
• Use shortcuts: Create shortcuts to frequently used programs or files for easy access.
• Customize your background: Change your desktop background to something you enjoy.

By following these simple steps, you can easily rearrange your Windows 10 desktop to create a more organized and visually appealing workspace.