Accessing Windows Spotlight Images on Desktop

Oct 9, 2024

Lecture Notes: Windows Spotlight for Desktop on Windows 11

Overview

  • Windows Spotlight for Desktop is a new feature on Windows 11.
  • Previously available only on the lock screen in Windows 10 and 11.
  • Provides different daily images as desktop wallpapers.

Key Features

  • Image Rotation: 4-6 new images daily, changing every 24 hours.
  • User Interaction: Right-click on Windows Spotlight desktop icon to switch to the next picture or set as wallpaper.

User Requests

  • Viewers requested information on downloading and saving images displayed by Windows Spotlight.

Saving Spotlight Images

  1. Access Hidden Folder

    • Images are stored in a hidden folder on the local drive.
    • Open File Explorer.
    • Navigate to C:\ drive or the drive where the OS is installed.
    • Enable hidden items view.

  2. Navigate to Image Location

    • Follow this path:
      • C:\Users\[YourUserFolder]\AppData\Local\Packages
    • Look for the folder Microsoft.Windows.ContentDeliveryManager_cw5n1h2txyewy.
    • Open LocalState then Assets folder.

  3. Save Images

    • Copy desired images to a new location, e.g., Pictures.
    • Rename files with .jpg extension to restore image properties.

  4. Set Image as Wallpaper

    • Right-click the saved image and select "Set as desktop background".

Conclusion

  • This process allows users to manually save and use Windows Spotlight images as desktop wallpapers permanently.
  • Provides a method for accessing and storing these dynamic images for future use.
  • Tip: Ensure hidden files are visible to access the AppData folder.
  • Dimensions of Images: Typically 1920x1080p with a file size around 781 KB.

Thank you for attending the lecture. Feel free to ask questions or seek further clarification on accessing Windows Spotlight images.