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Windows 10 Icon Spacing: How to Change It on Your Desktop
You can change this setting without any third-party tools
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Updated onJuly 25, 2024
updated onJuly 25, 2024
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Many users reported a usual desktop icon spacing on their PC. This isn’t a major issue, but it can cause inconvenience. Luckily, there are ways to fix it.
Why are my icons spread out on my Desktop?
Multiple monitor setups are usually responsible for this issue because certain apps don’t handle them well. In some instances, new applications can be positioned randomly on your screen.
How do I change the spacing between icons on my desktop?
1. Manually resize the icons
We also have a full guide on how tochange icon size in Windows 10that will help you with that.
2. Edit the Registry
These steps are for horizontal spacing. For the vertical spacing:
If you are doing a free size and selecting random values, you may have to repeat these steps a few times until you get your desired spacing.
3. Use third-party tools
If you would like to do more with your Desktop, we have outlined somedesktop customization softwarethat will address a lot of your needs.
If you struggle with organization, you will be relieved to find out that there existDesktop app launchersto free up some space and streamline your work.
Keep in mind that other issues can sometimes occur, and users reported thatdesktop icons keep moving, but we tackled that in a separate guide.
Do let us know if you have been successful in adjusting your Windows 10 icon spacing in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
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Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
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