How can I lock desktop icons?

Anonymous
2009-12-08T03:27:27+00:00

I am unable to LOCK the icon items on my desktop. I have clicked right on the desktop and via properties checked lock items, yet they are easily moved and NOT locked. I've tried locking them thru 'Appearances and Themes', yet they will NOT lock. How can I get them to stop moving around and stay put by locking. Any help would be graciously appreciated. And, no I am not changing my resolution which I know moves them.

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Anonymous
2009-12-08T12:17:08+00:00

Hi there,have you tried this?Right click an empty space on your desktop,highlight desktop icons,place a check  on 'lock icons in place' and uncheck'auto arrange,?

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-06-22T00:22:49+00:00

    Looked and looked and I guess you cant lock them in Windows 10.  A pain!  However because of that I delay updates- I have a good security system so not worried about their “service” updates!

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-06-21T22:58:27+00:00

    I tried this and it did not work with Windows 10. Any suggestions?

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  3. Anonymous
    2018-04-29T03:06:08+00:00

    I tried it will see if it holds thanks.G

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-04-28T20:00:21+00:00

    I will give it a shot.  Much obliged. C

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