Note: You cannot change the icon image for running applications (like Word or Chrome) directly; you must create a shortcut to them first and change the shortcut's icon.
Choose the icon you want to change (e.g., "This PC") and click . For Shortcuts and Folders: Right-click the shortcut or folder and select Properties . change icons on desktop
: Scroll down to find "Desktop icon settings" under Related Settings. Note: You cannot change the icon image for
If you want to change the picture used for a specific shortcut (like changing a folder to look like a star or a game controller), follow these steps. change icons on desktop
Click the Change Icon... button.
Click the Change Icon... button.