Quick Answer: How Do I Resize Desktop Icons in Ubuntu?
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Right click the icon you want to resize. Select “Resize icon…” Hold-click and drag the handles that appear over the icon to resize it.

How do I change the size of desktop icons in Ubuntu?

You can also change the size of the Unity Launcher icons in the left-side toolbar. Simply click on the little slider below the theme options and drag it to the left to reduce icon size, or drag it to the right to increase the size. In Ubuntu, your icons can be as small as 16px wide and as large as 64px wide.

How do I change icons in Ubuntu?

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There will be several themes listed. Right-click and mark the ones you like for installation. Click “Apply” and wait for them to install. Go to System->Preferences->Appearance->Customize->Icons and select the one you like.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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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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