Yes, you can customize the icons and shortcuts in the control panel on Windows 10. There are two ways to do this: through the settings app and by directly editing the registry.
1. Change icons and Shortcuts through Settings
Step 1: Launch the Windows 10 Settings. You can do this by clicking on the Start button and selecting Settings.
Step 2: In the settings window, select Personalization.
Step 3: On the left side of the window, select Themes.
Step 4: Select the Desktop Icon Settings option.
Step 5: From here, you will have the ability to change the icons for the various folders and programs that appear in the control panel.
Step 6: To change a shortcut, select any of the options from the menu and choose the one you want to change.
Step 7: You can also assign specific shortcuts for various applications. To do this, select the option for “Pin to Start,” and then select the application or folder you’d like the shortcut to open.
2. Change icons and Shortcuts through Registry
Step 1: Launch the Registry Editor by typing “regedit” in the search box.
Step 2: Locate the following path in the registry:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\ControlPanel
Step 3: Look for the “ShortCuts” folder and expand it.
Step 4: Right-click on any of the folders or programs you’d like to customize and select Properties.
Step 5: From here, you will have the ability to modify the Path for each shortcut, as well as its icon.
Step 6: Once you have made all the changes you want, click OK to save them.
By using either one of these methods, you can customize the icons and shortcuts on the Control Panel of your Windows 10 computer. This will make it easier for you to find and access settings and programs, as well as to personalize your experience.