How to Change Windows Themes Safely

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Personalization menu

   Right-click on any empty space on your desktop and select Personalize from the context menu. Alternatively, press Windows + I to open Settings and click the Personalization tab in the left-hand navigation pane.

   Note: Windows + I
2. 30 sec

   Navigate to Themes

   Within the Personalization settings menu, click the Themes tile. This section displays your currently installed theme and provides options to browse for new ones via the Microsoft Store.

3. 1 min

   Install new themes from Microsoft

   Click the Browse themes button to launch the Microsoft Store. Select a theme verified by Microsoft, click Get, and wait for the installation to complete. Using the official store prevents system instability caused by third-party skinning software.

   Note: Only download themes from the official Microsoft Store to ensure file integrity.
4. 30 sec

   Apply the selected theme

   Return to the Themes menu in Settings. Locate your newly installed theme under the Current theme section and click on it to apply the color scheme, sound effects, and desktop background immediately.

5. 1 min

   Customize theme elements

   Adjust specific components of the active theme by visiting the Colors and Background tabs within the Personalization menu. You can toggle between Light and Dark modes or select custom accent colors to complement your chosen wallpaper.

   Note: Selecting 'Automatic' for accent colors allows Windows to pick a shade that matches your current background.