When the operating system needs access to a file, it checks the cache first, loading the file quickly if it's in cache or physically reading the file from the hard drive if it's not. The icon cache works much the same way. Rather than physically accessing XP's Iconcache. By default, Windows XP doesn't reserve a lot of memory for icon caching. By sacrificing a little bit of RAM, you can speed up perceived workstation performance. Speeding things up You'll make the changes in the system registry.
In the right pane, look for the value named Max Cached Icons. If the value exists, it's probably set to , which is the default value for the key. To change the value, double-click it.
You'll then see the Edit String screen. I am having the problem with my laptop for window 8. So can you please provide me solution for that. Its very important for me. I am preparing for online exam. I tried almost all the methods mentioned here but it was yours that helped.
Hi, I have tried all of the various icon 'tweaks' in theses threads but still have a 'black icon' problem. It seems to be slightly different to most asked about here. I have 2 Win 7 pro systems.
On the 'OK' one I have folders containing all my custom icons. I have copied this to my 2nd system to apply the same icons to duplicated folders.
All worked well until a few months ago. The 2nd system is gradually being built to mirror the 1st - and will take over soon as it is a better spec' overall. Without having installed anything extra the folder containing my icons decided to show some as ok and some as black squares.
The preview shows the correct icon [but with a black outline. If I copy a black square to the desktop the icon is visible - again with the black outline. I have tried deleting the folder and re-copying but the 2nd system refuses to show all icons in the folder correctly. I have one or two sub-folders where the problem is duplicated - some look OK, some are black squares.
Thank you soooo much! After an hour of searching this is the only webpage where I've found a working solution!!! I think the key for me was to close down Explorer.
Previously I tried restart machine directly after deletion and it didn't work. My windows 10 desktop mail icon went blank. I used the "change icon" and the path went to shell Instead of messing around with the computer, I made up a new mail icon by going to google images, picking out a correct mail image and making up a new icon, which I had done before, placed it on the desktop and changed the path to the new icon.
Works fine. I am not happy with windows 10 I will not use the suitable expression and am considering switching to Linux when I can learn enough about it. Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
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Another way is to log off from your account and then connect to your computer from another computer on your LAN you do have both a desktop and a laptop, do you? And they can talk to each other over the local network, can they? If not, what are you doing reading this blog? Just kidding… Anyway, from another networked computer navigate to your profile over the network, delete IconCache.
This time Windows will recreate its cache and start displaying the new icon. Remote Development and Debugging Tools. Adding a new footer. Nested class structure question. Opening Balance. Follow us! Get the Latest Bytes Updates. By using this site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
How to rebuild Windows XP icon cache? Regards, Fergus Nov 20 '05 Herfried K.
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