If "Small" feels too small and "Medium" feels too big, you can fine-tune the size using your mouse.

Alternatively, hold Ctrl on your keyboard and with your mouse wheel while the desktop is focused.

Note: This will also change the size of the text labels beneath the icons.

Ultimate Guide: How to Make Desktop Icons Smaller Large desktop icons can clutter your screen space. Reducing their size instantly creates a cleaner, more organized workspace.

Or, on the desktop:

Sometimes, the icons look huge because your screen resolution is set too low.

Try it out now: Right-click your desktop and see how much space you can save

Your monitor might not be running at its native resolution. Check and ensure your resolution is set to the (Recommended) value. To help find the perfect layout, please tell me: Which operating system version are you running? Are you using a laptop screen or an external monitor ?

This is the standard method for instantly switching between preset sizes.

If you are using a Chrome OS device, you can adjust the density of the icons easily.