Windows 10: Unable to see the Proper Icon connected to the App

Discus and support Unable to see the Proper Icon connected to the App in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I am unable to see the applications like:PNGJPGTextEtc...Files on the desktop. Same with some of the Applications on the Taskbar like: Snipping Tool... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by dharamc, Jun 15, 2025 at 8:12 PM.

  1. dharamc Win User

    Unable to see the Proper Icon connected to the App


    I am unable to see the applications likeUnable to see the Proper Icon connected to the App :pNGJPGTextEtc...Files on the desktop. Same with some of the Applications on the Taskbar like: Snipping Tool WhatsAppDuckDuckGoEtc. I am able to see the File Details on Desktop when I click on them basic icons and see like the image I posted. I was able to everything before on my taskbar and it looks weird on Desktop.

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  2. store and photos app isnt showing proper icons

    Hello Aditya,

    As you are facing issues with accessing Photos app on your device with icons not displayed properly, we will help you with this issue.

    Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: I suggest you to check if there is any update for Photos app from Windows Store. If found, try to update the app and check if it helps.

    Open Windows Store, search for Photos app, check if you are able to find Update option.

    Step 2: I suggest you to run the
    Windows Store Apps troubleshooter as it troubleshoots problems that may prevent Windows Store Apps from working correctly.

    Run the troubleshooter for Windows apps

    Step 3: I recommend you to install all the pending updates on your device and check if it helps.

    Steps:

    • Connect to the internet.
    • Press Windows key and type updates.
    • Click on Check for updates.
    • Under Windows Updates, click on Check for updates.
    • Try to install the updates being shown.

    Hope it helps. Try the above and update us the status of this issue. We will be happy to help you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jun 15, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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  3. Naki Win User
    GPU-Z Program Icon Submission

    Suggestion to have an option to change Notification Area icon this way too.
    Suggestion to finally have proper separate Options window like most (all?) Windows programs do.
     
  4. Unable to see the Proper Icon connected to the App

    store and photos app isnt showing proper icons

    Hi Aditya,

    Thank you for responding.

    Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

    Method 1: I suggest you to check with the system Date, time and Time zone
    is set correct.

    Follow the steps to set the date and time:

    • Type “Date and Time” in the search bar.
    • Click Change date and time button.
    • Click Apply and Ok to save the date and time.
    Note: Click on the Time Zone tab to check the Time Zone.

    Method 2: I suggest you to Disable Proxy Settings

    Windows Store apps won't work properly if you are using a proxy server. You may disable the proxy server and check.

    Follow the below steps.

    • Press Windows Key + R to open
      Run
      command, type inetcpl.cpl.
    • Under Internet Options, go to
      Connections
      tab.
    • c. Click on the LAN Settings button.
    • Then uncheck the option Use a proxy server for your LAN.
    • Click Apply.

    Hope it helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of this issue for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jun 15, 2025 at 8:17 PM
    #4
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