How To: Change Icon Sizes

Windows 10 allows you to choose from a plethora of options and customizations. Microsoft has done a great job with that. Although most small businesses tend to keep the default settings in place, some users like to change the way the interface looks and customize it to their liking.

One of the popular customizations in Windows 10 is the ability to change the size of the icons. Depending on the size of your monitor, you may want to change the size of the icons to match what you're trying to do. Others might want to change the size of the icons due to their eyesight recommendations.

Here is the step by step process to change the size of your icons, both on your desktop, and in File Explorer.

Changing Windows 10 Icon Size

1. Right-click anywhere on your desktop to bring up a menu.  (Not on an icon)
2. Click on the view option from the dropdown menu.
3. You'll be given 3 options. Large, medium, and small
4. Select the size you would like to see on your desktop.

Changing File Explorer Icon Size

1. Right-click anywhere on your desktop to bring up a menu. (Not on an icon)
2. Click on display settings.
3. Under the scale and layout field click on the dropdown to change the size of the apps, text, and other key items displayed on your desktop. Most of the time 100% is recommended, however, you can choose 125%, 150%, or 175% If you would like to make them larger.