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The cache rebuild tag on WindowsForum.com covers methods for rebuilding the icon cache in Windows 7 and Vista. Content includes step-by-step instructions for manually deleting the hidden IconCache.db file via Folder Options, as well as using Command Prompt with administrator privileges to stop Explorer, remove the file, and restart Explorer. These procedures help resolve issues like incorrect or missing icons. The tag focuses on practical troubleshooting for icon display problems in older Windows versions.
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    Windows 7 How to rebuild the Icon Cache in Windows 7 or Vista

    How to rebuild the Icon Cache in Windows 7 or Vista Manually: 1. Folder Options -> Views -> show Hidden/System files 2. C:\Users\Owner\AppData\Local folder and delete the hidden IconCache.db file ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Using cmd: 1. Ctr Alt Del -> Task Manager ->...
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    • cache rebuild command prompt file deletion hidden files icon cache process explorer task manager tech guide windows 7 windows vista
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