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What if you delete Desktop.ini? (And other Windows system files)
Some people think that the Desktop.ini file is a virus or malware, because sometimes it suddenly appears on their PC. Fortunately, this is not the case, but if you are wondering what the Desktop.ini file is for Windows, you have come to the right place.
In this article, we explain what the Desktop.ini file is, how to use it, and whether it is safe to delete it.
The Desktop.ini file is a hidden configuration file found in every folder in Microsoft Windows (including Vista and Windows 10/11). Each Desktop.ini file contains the configuration settings for that folder.
