How to Change the Size of Computer Icons

Computer icons are the pictures that represent folders and applications. In Windows, the icons shown on the desktop are changeable. The examples here are from Windows XP, but look similar to those for Windows 2000 and beyond. Icons inside folders can be changed in size under the "View" menu. On a Macintosh, you can change desktop and folder icons.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Windows Desktop Icons

1. Right click on the desktop and choose "Properties."

2. Select the "Appearance" tab. Click the "Advanced" button.

3. Choose "Icons" in the dropdown menu. Then choose your preferred size.

Macintosh Desktop Icons

4. Click "View" on the menu bar along the top of the screen.

5. Select "View Options." This opens the desktop window.

6. Scale the slider under "Icon Size" to change it to the desired size.

Macintosh Folder Icons

7. Double click on the hard drive icon on the desktop. Select the "View" menu along the top of the screen.

8. Select "View Options." This will open a window referencing the active folder.

9. Choose either "This Window Only" or "All Windows" and scale the slider to the desired size.

Tips & Warnings

• Steps may vary slightly depending on which version of Windows or Mac you are using.

References

• Windows
• Macintosh