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Windows 11 - Changing the Desktop Wallpaper

Last modified 4/24/2026

To change the desktop wallpaper right click the desktop and select Personalize.

Arrow pointing to personalize in Windows right click menu

Click Personalize Your Background then Browse Photos if you have an image downloaded.
Here you can choose a preset Windows 11 background or choose a photo that you have downloaded.

Personalization settings - Background settings

Change Wallpaper

Video showing change wallpaper in Windows 11

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