Stop Themes From Modifying Cursors And Icons In Windows 7

While having fun with Windows 7 you might have tried various new themes. Some themes change the appearance of your desktop and there are some that also modify your cursors and icons. If you don’t want them (cursors & icons) to be modified then follow these simple steps:

  • Right Click on your desktop and click Personalize.

Change Mouse Pointers

  • In the Personalization window, first click on Change Mouse Pointers(on the left).

Pointer Settings

  • The Mouse Properties window will open. Here, uncheck  “Allow themes to change mouse pointers” and click OK. This will prevent the modification of cursors/pointers.

Change Desktop Icons

  • Now go back to the Personalization window and click on Change desktop icons .

Desktop Icon Settings

  • On the Desktop Icons Settings window uncheck “Allow themes to change desktop icons” and click OK. This will prevent any further modification of icons due to desktop themes.

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  1. NavaPavan says:

    Thanks for sharing. It’s nice

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