Change Desktop Background

[denz]

This happened to me also. I installed a few programs that I guess Vista did
not like, and in the process somewhere my ability to apply a picture file as
a desktop image disappeared. I have uninstalled all the programs, but still
have the problem. The computer mfg (Toshiba) tech support told me I would
have the use the install disk that came with the laptop and install Vista
again, wiping out everything I have on the computer. Kinda drastic just to
recover the use of desktop images. But then I called a MS support line, and
they told me the same thing!

I tried the svc /scannow, and received the same msg as Mark. Installing
Vista again will be my last resort measure, but for the problem, it seems
like a rather drastic solution. I ain't giving up yet, though. If anything
else comes up as a resolution, please post. Thanks.

DenZ

 

[CB]

This happened to me also. I installed a few programs that I guess Vista did
not like, and in the process somewhere my ability to apply a picture file as
a desktop image disappeared. I have uninstalled all the programs, but still
have the problem. The computer mfg (Toshiba) tech support told me I would
have the use the install disk that came with the laptop and install Vista
again, wiping out everything I have on the computer. Kinda drastic just to
recover the use of desktop images. But then I called a MS support line, and
they told me the same thing!

I tried the svc /scannow, and received the same msg as Mark. Installing
Vista again will be my last resort measure, but for the problem, it seems
like a rather drastic solution. I ain't giving up yet, though. If anything
else comes up as a resolution, please post. Thanks.

DenZ

 

[Curt]

Tried putting a regular picture from the web there?

Find something you like, right click on it, and
use set as background.

Curious is all...

 

[denz]

Yes, I tried that also, but no worky. I'm still searching the net and other
resources to see if someone has a fix.

It's frustrating, but I've read that using pictures for desktop wallpaper
wastes memory anyhow. (=:

I know it has something to do with installing a program that Vista didn't
like, or wasn't completely compatible with Vista. Most likely a graphics
program, as I don't think any other program would tweak with the settings
and get under Vista's radar. If I discover the cause and a cure, I'll be
sure to post back.

 

[CB]

Yes, I tried that also, but no worky. I'm still searching the net and other
resources to see if someone has a fix.

It's frustrating, but I've read that using pictures for desktop wallpaper
wastes memory anyhow. (=:

I know it has something to do with installing a program that Vista didn't
like, or wasn't completely compatible with Vista. Most likely a graphics
program, as I don't think any other program would tweak with the settings
and get under Vista's radar. If I discover the cause and a cure, I'll be
sure to post back.

Does anyone know who is posting to these forums using my initials (CB)?

C.B.