Hello,
Could you clarify how it was supposed to look before? Desktops can vary quite a bit due to individual customization, so a bit more detail would help.
How do I get my desktop back to the way it was before update
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Becky Curry
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i want my desktop to be the way it was before the update. How do I get it back to the way it was before?
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Desktop, Start, and personalization | Task Bar
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Judy Knox 0 Reputation points2026-04-04T17:47:47.6466667+00:00 I hd a complete colorful underwater scene that was with me since I purchased this computer. suddenly I have trees and nothing I want to view. Help
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EmilyS726 225.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor2026-01-02T01:31:53.64+00:00 -
Judy Knox 0 Reputation points
2026-04-04T17:49:51.1366667+00:00 It had an octopus, fish and coral in a dark but highlighted underwater scene.
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Q&A Assist2026-01-01T23:56:39.18+00:00 AI generated content. This question contains an answer created with AI from Q&A Assist. Learn moreTo restore your desktop to the way it was before an update, you can use the System Restore feature in Windows. Here are the steps to do this:
- Access WinRE: Start your computer and select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Recovery. Under Advanced options, select Restart now.
- Select Troubleshoot: Once in the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > System Restore.
- Follow the Wizard: Enter your recovery key if prompted, and then follow the instructions in the System Restore wizard to choose a restore point prior to the update.
This will revert your system settings to the state they were in at that restore point, effectively restoring your desktop layout and settings as they were before the update.