Quick Answer: How Do I Fix Icon Spacing in Windows 10?
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Select the icons in the Desktop, then hold the CTRL key, and scroll up or down on the mouse wheel. This will resize the icons, as well as the spacing between the app icons.

How do I fix the icon spacing on my desktop?

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  1. Start the Display Control Panel applet (go to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and click Display).
  2. Select the Appearance tab.
  3. Under Item, select Icon Spacing (Horizontal) and modify the size.
  4. Select Icon Spacing (Vertical) and modify the size.
  5. Click OK to close all dialog boxes.

How do I change the spacing between icons in Windows 10?

You can also select the size of the icons as small, medium, and large. Alternatively, you can change the size of icons by using ‘Ctrl key + Scroll mouse button’ combinations. Press and hold the Ctrl key on your keyboard and move the scroll wheel of the mouse to adjust the size of the icons.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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