Laptop BitLocker failing on drive with icon cache fragmentation
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A fragmented IconCache.db causes visual glitches and lag during encryption.
Symptoms
- Generic icons shown
- Slow desktop refresh
- System lag
Possible Causes
- Frequent app installs
- Cache corruption
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Clear Icon Cache
Delete %localappdata%IconCache.db and restart Explorer.
2
Increase Cache Size
Modify registry "Max Cached Icons" to a higher value.
3
Run Disk Cleanup
Ensure general system junk is removed.
When to See a Technician
Icon cache issues are purely cosmetic but often coincide with general filesystem sluggishness.
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