ShortcutArrow Changer

ShortcutArrow Changer is a lightweight application designed to help you modify the layout of your desktop, by simplifying the shortcut icons. The program shortcuts are marked with a small arrow in the bottom left corner of the icon, however, if you wish to remove the indicator, ShortcutArrow Changer allows you to do so with a few mouse clicks.

ShortcutArrow Changer offers you a quick and easy way to customizing desktop shortcuts, as opposed to changing entries in the Windows registry. For users without extensive knowledge on operating the Windows registry, this action might present risks, which is why ShortcutArrow Changer allows you to perform the task safely, with a few mouse clicks.

The program allows you to remove the arrow symbol from the programs’ desktop shortcuts or replace it with a custom image. This way, you can replace the arrow with a stylized icon of your own choice and personalize not only the shortcuts but the entire desktop as well.

ShortcutArrow Changer allows you to remove the shortcut arrow, change it for another image or reset all the modifications. The program features a simple interface, with these three options and a designated field, in which you can indicate the path for the custom image. The supported format for these images is exclusively .ICO, while the file size and resolution are not limited.

However, if the image is too large, it might cover the shortcut icon altogether. The size of the arrow symbol is 14 x 14 pixels, which is also the recommended size for any shortcut indicator.

ShortcutArrow Changer allows you to clear the desktop shortcuts from the arrow symbol, in order to let their icons show. However, it cannot remove the indicator for the administrative rights requirement. The application is simple to use, easy to install and can instantly apply the changes you make to the desktop icons, without rebooting the computer.