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Can't uninstall

Version 2.13

June 2, 2025 3:50:40 PM from Stardock ForumsStardock Forums

I'm happily using ancient version 2.13. Moved to a new computer. Fences works fine, but I'm unable to prevent my desktop icons from snapping into the grid. I've got Windows' auto-arrange and align-icons turned off, and I've got all snapping turned off in Fences setup. I uninstalled Fences, and the force-snap problem with desktop icons was resolved. Rebooted, then reinstalled Fences. Problem is back, so now I just want to uninstall again, BUT CAN'T, because Windows can't find the Stardock\Fences\uninstall.exe.

FIRST goal would be to have Fences working, AND being able to put desktop icons wherever I want. But if that can't happen, then SECOND goal would be to uninstall, but I can't.

Hope somebody "out there" can help me. Thanks!

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Reply #1 June 2, 2025 4:57:36 PM
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Try using the Control Panel > Programs and Features to uninstall.

OR/

Windows Settings > Apps > Installed apps. Click the three dots and select Uninstall.

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Reply #2 June 3, 2025 3:32:02 PM
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Thanks very much, but neither solution worked. Using Setting>Apps>Uninstall, it says it can't, because Stardock\Fences\uninstall.exe does not exist. (It doesn't...) Using the Control Panel method, I get the message shown here. (Has Fences already been uninstalled? No... I'm using it currently.) Very grateful for anyone's help!   

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Reply #3 June 3, 2025 4:25:04 PM
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Try the Purge and Re-install instruction listed here, except don't reinstall.

https://support.stardock.com/space/SHC/1332477959/Fences+purging+and+re-installing

This should remove all the Fences components.

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Reply #4 June 3, 2025 11:09:42 PM
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That did it! Much thanks!!

When I was using Windows 10, I was able to use Fences, AND move Desktop icons wherever I wanted them. So I guess that's no longer possible with Windows 11, huh? Kinda sad ... I loved using Fences, but I hate having Desktop icons line up to the grid.

Appreciate your help!

 

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Reply #5 June 3, 2025 11:26:53 PM
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Like your avatar. Very creative.

You should try the 30 day free trial of Fences 6. It works great with Windows 11 and has added some great new features, including tabs and a new color picker in the Personalization section.

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