How to Rename a Desktop Icon on Windows XP
Do you have a Desktop Icon that you always forget what it is because of its weird name? Here's how to change it. This is Windows XP but might also work for Windows Classic.
Steps
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Tips
- You can use letters, numbers, spaces, and some punctuation marks in desktop icon names. You cannot use these characters in icon names: \ : / * ? " > < | because they are reserved for executing basic command parameters.
- You can also rename it by selecting the icon and clicking once on the name (not the icon itself).
- Additionally, you can select an icon and press the function key F2 on your keyboard to rename it.
Article Info
Categories: XP Instructions
Recent edits by: Yoko Kanai, Chris, Kubuswoningen
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Italiano: Come Rinominare un'Icona Presente sul Desktop in Windows XP
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