Windows Explorer and Desktop Icons Appear Distorted

 Last reviewed: February 15, 1996
Article ID: Q146213
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

The icons in Windows Explorer and on the desktop may appear distorted or "fuzzy."

CAUSE

Windows 95 displays icons best at size 32 or 48. If the icon size is not 32 or 48, Windows 95 synthesizes an icon of the requested size by stretching or compressing an existing icon of the nearest size. The result of this stretching or compressing may appear distorted or fuzzy.

RESOLUTION

To correct this problem, reset the icon size to 32 or 48. To do so, follow these steps:

  1. In Control Panel, double-click Display.

  2. Click the Appearance tab.

  3. In the Item box, click Icon.

  4. In the Size box, click 32 or 48.

    NOTE: There are two Size boxes. Adjust the setting in the Size box to the right of the Item box.

  5. Click OK.

KBCategory: kbenv
KBSubcategory: win95
Additional reference words: 95 ugly blotchy

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Last reviewed: February 15, 1996
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