Microsoft Windows XP introduced the Desktop Cleanup Wizard that's intended to remove any icons from the desktop that have not been used for at least 60 days. Unfortunately, for users who commonly use their desktop, and like icons on their desktop can become annoyed with this feature.
To disable or enable this feature, right-click the desktop and select Properties. In the Display properties window, click the Desktop tab and then the Customize Desktop button. In the Desktop Items window, uncheck Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard ever 60 days to disable this feature, or check this box to enable the feature.
One of the first apps you can try using to get control of a messy Windows PC is Windows’ very own Desk Cleanup app—built right into the operating system and free for you to use. Mar 18, 2016 How to use Disk Cleanup. First off, you’re going to want to type “disk cleanup” in the search bar and click on the Disk Cleanup app that shows up, as pictured above. Next, you’re going to have to wait a few minutes as Disk Cleanup calculates how much space it can free up. This may take a little bit of time depending on how many files. To disable or enable this feature, right-click the desktop and select Properties. In the Display properties window, click the Desktop tab and then the Customize Desktop button. In the Desktop Items window, uncheck Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard ever 60 days to disable this feature, or check this box to enable the feature. Jun 03, 2021 When you drop a file on your desktop, the app automatically whisks that item into a specific folder based on the rules you set up in advance. This can happen instantly, daily, or on a custom schedule.
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