How Do You Fix XP When Losing Background Colors?
Losing background colors and icons in Windows XP is a common problem. However, it can be easily fixed. Losing these icons and colors can happen for a variety of reasons, such as a computer error, an improper shut down, a virus infection or after the installation of a new program. The fix depends on what caused the problem. However, any of the following fixes should work; if one doesn’t, try the next. Step 1 Right-click anywhere on your desktop, then choose “Properties.” Select “Themes” and choose the theme you want. Step 2 Right-click anywhere on an empty area of the desktop, then go to “Arrange Icons By” and then “Show Icons.” Step 3 Click “Start” on the bottom toolbar in the left corner. Click “Run” and type “Regedit.” Then click twice on “HKEY_CURRENT_USER,” then click twice on each of the following tabs located in the left column: “Software,” “Microsoft,” “Windows,” “Current Version,” “Policies” and “System.” If “Wallpaper” appears in the right column, right-click it and click “Del
