You’re able to use Control Panel’s Color and Appearance to customize color accent, but the OS removed this option with the Anniversary Update. Also, there was a workaround that involved editing the Registry, but it wasn’t practical, and it didn’t work for many users. Fortunately, on “Windows 10 version 1703”, Microsoft is introducing a new color pickers to set any accent color you want to see throughout the OS, and there is even an option to select a custom color when setting a solid color as background on your desktop. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to choose a custom accent color on Windows 10, and how to set a custom color when setting a solid color desktop background.
How to set a custom accent color How to set a custom solid color desktop background
How to set a custom accent color
To set a custom accent color on Windows 10, do the following: Once you completed the steps, you’ll see your new custom color in the Taskbar, Start menu, windows, and throughout the OS. Custom color settings Choose a custom accent color Specific RGB/HSV custom color settings The only caveat is that even though you can virtually pick any color, Windows 10 won’t let you pick certain colors, because they may be hard to read or not supported.
How to set a custom solid color desktop background
On the Windows 10 Creators Update, it’s also possible to pick a custom for your desktop background, which is something that wasn’t possible in previous versions. To choose a custom solid desktop background, do the following: Once you completed the steps, your new custom color will appear on your desktop. Unlike using a custom accent color, you can pick any color you want for your desktop background. Custom color for desktop background Pick custom background color If you can’t add a custom accent color on your device, it’s probably because you’re not yet running the Windows 10 Creators Update, which is set to release in mid-April 2017. Originally published on March 2017, updated on April 2017. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
