You can change nearly any desktop icon on both Mac and PC. To change desktop icons on a Mac, open the "Get Info" menu and paste in the picture you want to use. On a PC you'll need to make a .ICO file, ...

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If the macOS desktop is looking a little boring, or is in need of a little more personalization than a change of background image, one solution could be to change how files, folders, and apps look.

You can give those boring blue folder icons a cat emoji makeover in just a few simple steps You can give those boring blue folder icons a cat emoji makeover in just a few simple steps Here, we’ll ...

Windows/Mac/Linux: Keeping a clean desktop can be a little difficult when it's such a convenient dumping ground for your crap. Here's a set of simple icons to prevent you from littering and, instead, ...

Keeping your Mac desktop organized and clutter-free can significantly enhance your productivity and overall user experience. Here are several methods to hide files, folders, and desktop icons on your ...