How to Change an Icon in Windows 7

Perhaps you have a Windows 7+ computer/laptop and you think your icons need to look different. If so, this is the article for you.

Steps

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    Right click the folder you want to change.
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    Click on Properties at the bottom of the drop-down list.
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    Select "Customize".
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    Click "Change Icons".
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    Navigate through the list of Default Windows Icons.
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    Click "OK" after selecting your icon.
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    Click Apply.
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    Enjoy!
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    If you want to use a custom icon, use an online image to ico converter. Use the browse button to select the icon file and done!
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    What do I do to change the icon of a file to one I find on the internet?
    ClixTech Australia
    ClixTech Australia
    Community Answer
    You need to convert the image file to a ".ico" file. Right-click the program, then select "Properties." Make sure the "Shortcut" tab is selected. Click the "Change" icon, then click "Browse." Find the ".ico" file and press "OK," "Apply" and "OK" again.
  • Question
    What type of picture do I need to select to replace it with my folder icon?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    An .ico file.
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Updated: March 22, 2019
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Categories: Windows 7
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