Have you ever wondered where your Windows 11 desktop wallpaper is stored? While the Settings app doesn’t show you the exact folder, it’s easy to locate the file using a few quick steps. Here’s a simple guide to finding your desktop wallpaper on Windows 11:
Use Run Commands to Locate Your Wallpaper
- Open the Run Dialog Box
- Right-click the Start button on the taskbar and select Run.
- Access the Wallpaper Folder
- Type this command and click OK:
%AppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Themes\CachedFiles - A folder named “CachedFiles” will open, containing your wallpaper. Double-click the image to view it.
- Type this command and click OK:
- Directly Open the Wallpaper File
- Alternatively, enter this command in the Run box and press Enter:
%AppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Themes\TranscodedWallpaper - Choose an image editor to open the file. If it’s not listed, select Look for another app on this PC to find your preferred software.
- Alternatively, enter this command in the Run box and press Enter:
That’s all there is to it! You can easily locate and edit your Windows 11 wallpaper with these steps.
