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How to Change the Desktop Background in Windows 11

Set a picture, solid color, or slideshow as your desktop wallpaper.

Quick Answer

Right-click the desktop → Personalize → Background.

Step by Step

  1. Right-click an empty area of the desktop.
  2. Choose Personalize.
  3. Select Background.
  4. Choose Picture, Solid color, or Slideshow.
  5. Select the image or folder you want to use.

If That Doesn't Work

  • If personalization options are unavailable, check Windows activation status and organization policies.
  • Very low-resolution images can look blurry when stretched across a large display.

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