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Desktop.ini files

Anonymous
2023-01-10T17:14:40+00:00

Desktop.ini files are used to change the folder icon. I have 2 computers that share a NAS, and the Icon I use for finished projects works fine on the NAS, and sometimes on both computers. The INI are set to hidden and read only. Here is my INI file data "[.ShellClassInfo] IconResource=C:\Windows\System32\SHELL32.dll,27 [ViewState] Mode= Vid= FolderType=Generic".

Why does it stop reading the ini or change the Shell32.dll,27 to a standard folder icon SHELL32.dll,4?

Where is it located, to tell Windows Explorer to look at the desktop.ini for instructions on how the folders are displayed?

Harry

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Files, folders, and storage

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-01-11T07:32:55+00:00

    Hello Harry Fuller

    Welcome to Microsoft Community.

    This question is out of reach of the response support community. The best place to get help with your problem is Microsoft Learn(English only),

    which aims to support more advanced users like you.

    You can also refer to this link to help you solve your problem How to Customize Folders with Desktop.ini - Win32 apps | Microsoft Learn

    I won't be able to help you, but I'll leave that question open in case one of our amazing volunteers has ideas for you.

    Best Regards,

    Tommy-MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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