Desktop background option is grayed out

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Just had my system cleaned and new anti-virus and anti-spyware software
installed. I also had my wireless networking installed (router and adaptor).
Everything is working fine except my desktop background is gone. When I go
to properties to try and bring it back or even select another one, all
options are grayed out, it won't let me choose anything.
 
Just had my system cleaned and new anti-virus and anti-spyware software
installed. I also had my wireless networking installed (router and adaptor).
Everything is working fine except my desktop background is gone. When I go
to properties to try and bring it back or even select another one, all
options are grayed out, it won't let me choose anything.
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http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_w.htm
Click on 'Allow WallpaperBackground Changes'
 
Thanks for your reply. I did everything you suggested, but the background
continues to be nonresponsive (grayed out).
 
Thanks for your reply. I did everything you suggested, but the background
continues to be nonresponsive (grayed out).
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When you right-click the desktop and select Properties, see if the "Themes" tab works.
If yes, select a different theme, Apply, OK. Then go back and reset it to your original theme.
 
I could access the "theme" option with no problem. I was able to change it
and reset it back to it's original
 
1> Right click My computer and select manage
2> Click on the + next to services and applications
3> Click on services
4>You can select standard or extended view. I prefer Standard view.
5> Scroll down a bit to find themes service
6> Doubble click themes service, under general make sure the startup type is
automatic .
7> Select start if the service is not started yet.
8>If it is already started. select stop and select start again.

You may not be able to restart or start services without admin rights.
 
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