How do I Lose a Desktop Background?

The desktop background (wallpaper) in Windows or Mac OS X operating systems gives your desktop a personal and exciting look. Desktop backgrounds vary in patterns and designs depending on the genre and your personal taste. Because desktop backgrounds are mainly for personalization preferences, you can also remove/lose your background image and maintain a solid color. Lose your desktop background in minutes.

Instructions

Windows 7

1. Click the "Start" menu and click the "Control Panel."

2. Click "Appearance and Personalization," and click "Personalization." Click "Change Desktop Background."

3. Select "Solid Colors" in the "Picture Location" drop-down box and select a solid color to replace your background image. Save the changes. You should no longer see your desktop wallpaper.

Mac OS X

1. Click the "Apple" logo on the top left corner of the desktop and click "System Preferences."

2. Click the "Desktop and Screensaver" tab. A new dialog box launches. Click the "Desktop" tab and click the "Apple" drop-down arrow in the left panel.

3. Select "Solid Colors" and select the color you want to use. Close the Desktop and Screensaver dialog box.

References

• Microsoft Support: Change your desktop background (wallpaper)
• Apple Support: Mac OS X 10.4 Help