Step 1: Open the Display Settings
To get started, right-click on an empty space on your desktop and select “Display settings” from the drop-down menu. This will open the settings window for your display options.
Step 2: Adjust the Scaling Options
In the Display settings window, you will find a slider labeled “Change the size of text, apps, and other items.” By default, it should be set to 100%. Move the slider to the right to increase the size of icons and other elements on your screen. As you adjust the slider, the changes will be shown in real-time, allowing you to choose the scaling that suits your needs best.
Step 3: Apply and Check Changes
Once you have found the desired icon size, click on the “Apply” button at the bottom of the Display settings window. Windows will apply the changes to your desktop and other areas of the operating system.
To check the changes, go back to your desktop or open File Explorer and see if the icons are now larger. If they still appear small, repeat the previous steps and adjust the slider until you achieve the desired size.
Step 4: Making Further Adjustments
If you find that the default scaling options do not give you the ideal size for your icons, you can further customize the scaling by clicking on the “Advanced scaling settings” link in the Display settings window.
Here, you can toggle on the option “Let Windows try to fix apps so they’re not blurry” if you encounter any blurriness after adjusting the scaling. You can also choose the option “Custom scaling” if you prefer a specific size that is not available in the default slider.
Enlarging icons on Windows 10 can significantly improve the readability and usability of your computer. By following this step-by-step guide, you can easily customize the size of icons to better suit your preferences. Remember to find the right balance between icon size and overall screen real estate to optimize your Windows 10 experience.
- Open the Display Settings
- Adjust the Scaling Options
- Apply and Check Changes
- Making Further Adjustments