You can change the icon for a file or folder, or even an app’s EXE on Windows 10 fairly easily. What’s more difficult to do is change system icons on Windows 10. System icons appear all through the OS; in Quick Access, on the Taskbar, in the System Tray, on the Start Menu, and in all the stock apps.

Right Click on the desired folder > Properties > Customize Tab > Change Icon > Browser for the icon This PC, Recycle Bin, Network Windows Settings > Personalization > Themes > Desktop Icon Settings > Change Icons for each one

To restore the original icons you can use the sfc /scannow command.In our last discussion you suggested that all Windows 10 system icons are stored in C:\Windows\Systemresources as .MUN files. I did not had the opportunity to test that as I have recently upgraded to Windows 11 and I wouldn't dare to try it there.

Changing Icons for System Applications. Changing the icon of system applications (like Microsoft Edge or Notepad) can be done similarly but requires a couple of additional steps. Step 1: Locate the Application. In Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can do this through the Start Menu. Right-click on the application and select Open file location.

Resize the desktop icons. Resizing desktop icons can be useful for improving accessibility and organization. For example, if you have a high-resolution monitor, the default icon size might appear too small, making it difficult to identify and click on the icons. By increasing the icon size, you can make them more visible and easier to interact ...