Change The Way System Folders And Icons Appear In Windows

Do you wish to change the looks of the folders and icons on your computer? Do you want to try something new so that you can change the normal view of your folders to a lively and more attractive display? 

You can configure the necessary settings to customize the views on your computer if you are running your computer on Windows operating system. By means of the folder view settings, saved image files on your computer can be used to symbolize the thumbnail view of a folder and the folder icon.

Even if you are a normal computer user or have not tried the folder settings, you need not worry. The following Windows support guidelines will guide you through the process of successfully changing the folder view settings. Follow the instructions shared below to accomplish the task.

Follow the Steps Below

• Open the Windows Explorer window and go to the folder where you want to bring into effect the necessary changes.
• Place the mouse cursor on an empty space in the folder and right-click on it. A drop-down menu will appear. Click on the Properties option. This will display the Folder Properties window. Then select the Customize tab.
• In the next step, you need to choose a template for the folder that will be available in the drop-down options of the template. Depending on the features associated with the template, the features such as viewing options and task links will be applied to the folder selected.
• You have the option to apply or use the same template for the sub-folders by checking the box beside the label Also apply this template to all subfolders.
• You can add an image file to a folder in the Thumbnails view by clicking on the Choose Picture button. If you choose an image file, a folder named Folder.gif will be created by the Windows Explorer. If not, the default folder picture will be used by Windows Explorer.
• To select an icon for your folder, click the Change Icon button in the Details, Icons, List and Tiles view. Files with extensions like .ico and .exe that contains icons or library files with .dll file extension can be used. 

These Windows support tips will help you successfully change the appearance of folders and icons view on your computer. In addition to these tips, Microsoft offers unending options to customize your computer and thereby improve the user experience.