Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
ð Having trouble with PDF icons turning into black squares or missing thumbnails on your Windows 10, 11, 8, or 7 PC / Laptop? ð
This video will show you 2 simple and 100% working methods to fix, repair, and restore missing or black PDF icons in File Explorer or on the Desktop.
Many users reported that Adobe Acrobat Reader DC icons suddenly turn black or blank on devices like Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, Toshiba, MSI, and Surface laptops â even after refreshing the desktop or restarting the computer.
In this step-by-step tutorial, weâll cover:
ð¹ How to re-enable âEnable PDF Thumbnail Previews in Windows Explorerâ in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
ð¹ How to rebuild the Windows icon cache and fix missing PDF icon previews.
ð¹ Solutions for users facing issues after installing updates or graphics driver changes (NVIDIA, Intel, AMD).
This fix works for all Windows versions (Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 8, Windows 7) â whether youâre on desktop, laptop, or any PC brand.
ð¡ Works perfectly with:
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC / Pro DC
File Explorer and Desktop icon cache issues
If your PDF icons are not showing, missing, or turned into black boxes, this video will help you fix it permanently.
ð Download Links Mentioned in Video :
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â± Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 â Intro
0:10 - PDF Icons Turn Black on Desktop? Fix It Fast on Windows 10, 11, 8, 7 (All PCs & Laptops)
0:28 - Method 1 : fix PDF Black Icon (Change the Icon View Settings)
0:54 - Method 2 : Solve PDF Black Icon (Enable PDF Thumbnail Previews in Adobe Reader)
3:06 - More Suggested Videos
ðº More Related Videos
â¶ïž Windows 11 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4lzGCbhRYBPhCB8vFncdToj
â¶ïž Windows 10 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4leA44bjCdxOg4u4sGB1ZGQ
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ð Having trouble with PDF icons turning into black squares or missing thumbnails on your Windows 10, 11, 8, or 7 PC / Laptop? ð
This video will show you 2 simple and 100% working methods to fix, repair, and restore missing or black PDF icons in File Explorer or on the Desktop.
Many users reported that Adobe Acrobat Reader DC icons suddenly turn black or blank on devices like Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, Toshiba, MSI, and Surface laptops â even after refreshing the desktop or restarting the computer.
In this step-by-step tutorial, weâll cover:
ð¹ How to re-enable âEnable PDF Thumbnail Previews in Windows Explorerâ in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
ð¹ How to rebuild the Windows icon cache and fix missing PDF icon previews.
ð¹ Solutions for users facing issues after installing updates or graphics driver changes (NVIDIA, Intel, AMD).
This fix works for all Windows versions (Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 8, Windows 7) â whether youâre on desktop, laptop, or any PC brand.
ð¡ Works perfectly with:
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC / Pro DC
File Explorer and Desktop icon cache issues
If your PDF icons are not showing, missing, or turned into black boxes, this video will help you fix it permanently.
ð Download Links Mentioned in Video :
pretentiousname.com/adobe_pdf_x64_fix/#downl
â± Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 â Intro
0:10 - PDF Icons Turn Black on Desktop? Fix It Fast on Windows 10, 11, 8, 7 (All PCs & Laptops)
0:28 - Method 1 : fix PDF Black Icon (Change the Icon View Settings)
0:54 - Method 2 : Solve PDF Black Icon (Enable PDF Thumbnail Previews in Adobe Reader)
3:06 - More Suggested Videos
ðº More Related Videos
â¶ïž Windows 11 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4lzGCbhRYBPhCB8vFncdToj
â¶ïž Windows 10 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4leA44bjCdxOg4u4sGB1ZGQ
ð Support This Channel
If you found this video helpful, please:
âïž Like the video
âïž Subscribe for more helpful content: bit.ly/Click-Here-To-Sub
âïž Comment your questions or feedback
âïž Share with friends so they can benefit too
ð² Donate via PayPal to support: paypal.com/paypalme/VictorExplains
â Buy Me a Coffee: If you'd like to support the channel directly, every coffee helps a ton! ko-fi.com/victorexplains
ð Upgrade Your Tech : amazon.com/shop/victorexplains
ð Join Us on Social Media
ð Website: victorexplains.com
ð Facebook: facebook.com/Victorexplains
ðŠ Twitter / X: twitter.com/VictorExplains
ðž Instagram: instagram.com/victorexplains
ð Pinterest: pinterest.co.uk/VictorExplains
â Have a Question?
Drop your question in the comments below or reach out via social media. Iâll try to respond as soon as possible âïž.
ð¢ Disclaimer
This video is for educational purposes only. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 allows for âfair useâ for teaching, comment, research, and more.
ð Hashtags
#PDFIconFix #Windows11 #AdobeReader #VictorExplains
