Why do i have dropbox as my Explorer's ICON on Task Manager?

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2026-10-03T08:21:59.0133333+00:00

I do not use Dropbox, and even tho it's a visual bug it's still a bit annoying to have dropbox as my Explorer Icon on task manager User's image

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage
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  1. Paulo GM 72,670 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-10-03T09:14:46.0466667+00:00

    Hi,

    The fact that the icon is labeled as Windows Explorer even though it clearly appears to be something else could be a sign of a potential virus. However, before assuming that it is malware, right-click the icon and select Open file location. Does it still take you to C:\Windows\explorer.exe? If it does, this could simply be a glitch with the icon.

    Still, since Windows Security did not detect or notify you of anything unusual, I suggest running a scan with Malwarebytes as an additional check. This can help determine whether a threat is causing the issue and remove it if anything is detected.

    https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac-download

    Disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft site. The information seems reliable, but be careful with ads. Research any product before downloading.

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