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How do I remove the shadows on the icon title fonts?


Under MS Windows OS, whether desktop or server, the shadows on the icon titles can be very annoying with some fonts, but deactivating is also easy!



Working without shadows on the symbols is possible with all Windows 11, 10, ... desktop and MS server systems!

 
Contents:

1.) ... Disable font shadows under Windows 11, 10, ... etc.!
2.) ... What happens if I work under Windows without font shadows?
3.) ... More related tips about MS Windows Settings and Shadows!




1.) Disable font shadows under Windows 11, 10, ...!

Please open advanced system properties of MS Windows OS

1.  [Windows logo + R]  key combination and with the command  sysdm.cpl 

2. Select the tab (Tab)  Advanced  

3. Select or open the  performance options

4. Performance group and the  Settings  button
 
5. And in the  "Visual Effects" tab, deactivate  the check box and

Deactivate transparent background for icon fonts on the desktop" or activate if necessary

(... see Image-1 Point 1 to 7)

(Image-1) Easy remove the shadows on the icon title fonts!
Easy remove the shadows on the icon title fonts!

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2.) What happens if I work under Windows without font shadows?

If you disable this feature, the desktop icons are displayed without shadows but has no effect on saving and restoring the desktop icons .

The text is slightly easier to read, users with poor eyesight in particular have problems with shadows under the symbols, because this also affects the readability of the text.


3.) Other related tips for MS Windows settings!

Shadows on icon title fonts are often used for aesthetic reasons or to improve readability. Here are some of the main reasons why shadows are added to icon title fonts:
 
Shadows can help text or symbols stand out and create a three-dimensional effect. This can help the text or icons stand out more in a design composition and be more visually appealing.

In some cases, the shadow can improve the readability of text, especially when the text is placed on a complex background or an image. The shadow can make the text stand out from the background and make it easier to read.

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For other programs:
Exact steps and options may vary depending on the software. Therefore, if you have difficulty removing the shadows, you should consult the documentation for your specific software. Also note that some shadow effects in complex design templates or icon sets may not be easy to remove without changing the overall appearance. In such cases, it may be necessary to manually recreate or customize the font or icon.

It is important to note the use of shadows in design and typographyis a design decision. Deciding whether or not to use shadows depends on the specific needs and goals of the design. Sometimes a subtle addition or removal of shadows can significantly impact the overall visual impression.



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