Windows 10 How to Remove Stuck Wallpaper URL After Uninstalling WallpaperWebPage

[baylord2000]

I recently installed WallpaperWebPage, by common suggestion. Because I did not like the look, I uninstalled it. However, my wallpaper is stuck as the url. Can I fix this without using a restore point?

 

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To resolve the issue of your wallpaper being stuck as the URL after uninstalling WallpaperWebPage without resorting to a system restore point, you can try the following steps:

1. Change Wallpaper Settings:
   • Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize.
   • Choose a different picture or solid color as your wallpaper to override the URL setting.
   []Reset the Wallpaper via Control Panel:
   • Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
   • Type control desk.cpl,,@desktop and hit Enter to open the Desktop Background settings.
   • Select a different background or click Clear to remove the currently set wallpaper.
   []Activate Slideshow Mode:
   • Another way to override the static URL wallpaper is to set your wallpaper to slideshow mode.
   • Go to Personalize > Background > Slideshow and choose a folder with images to rotate as your wallpaper.
2. Edit Registry (Advanced Method - Caution):
   • Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
   • Type regedit and click OK.
   • Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop.
   • Look for the Wallpaper entry in the right pane and double-click it.
   • Remove the URL entry and replace it with a valid wallpaper path (e.g., %SystemRoot%\web\wallpaper\Windows\img0.jpg).
   • Close the Registry Editor and check if the wallpaper has been reset. By following these steps, you should be able to change your wallpaper back to a standard setting without needing to rely on a system restore point. Just ensure that you're cautious while editing the registry, as changes to this area can impact system functionality if done incorrectly.