How to Change the Desktop Background on Windows 11

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Changing your desktop background on Windows 11 is a straightforward process. Here's how to do it:

Using the Right-Click Menu:

Right-click on an empty area of your desktop. This will open a context menu.

From the context menu, select "Personalize." This will open the Personalization settings window.

In the Personalization window, choose "Background" from the left sidebar.

Under "Choose your picture," you can:

Select a picture from the provided options.

Use a custom image by clicking "Browse" and navigating to the image on your computer.

Choose a solid color as your background.

Once you've made your selection, the background will change immediately.

Using the Settings App:

Click on the Start button in the taskbar to open the Start menu.

Select "Settings" (the gear-shaped icon) to open the Settings app.

In the Settings app, click on "Personalization."

In the left sidebar, choose "Background."

Similar to the right-click method, you can choose your background type under "Background" and follow the provided options.

Once you've made your selection, the background will update instantly.

Changing your desktop background in Windows 11 allows you to personalize your computer and give it a fresh look. You can switch backgrounds as often as you like using these simple steps.

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