If you are using your desktop computer, you are probably using a computer background or wallpaper.
Background vs Wallpaper
Technically, both are the same thing and it depends on the intention of the user. Background refers to a concept in a multi-windowed environment. Wallpaper refers to the image. To sum it up, Background Image and Desktop Background are more appropriate terms to use.
The best resolution for wallpaper
Normal full-screen background or wallpaper has a resolution of 1024x768 and a screen ratio of 4:3, while Widescreen HD wallpaper has 1280x800 and a screen ratio of 16:9. The best resolution may depend upon the person using it. As long as it is not blurry and fits the screen, the background is fine.
Full Screen:
- 1600 x 1200
- 1280 x 1024
- 1280 x 960
- 1024 x 768
- 800 x 600
Widescreen:
- 1920 x 1200
- 1920 x 1080
- 1680 x 1050
- 1440 x 900
- 1280 x 800
- 1280 x 720
How do I choose a desktop background?
For Apple Mac users, go to https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207703 ,
For Windows 7,8,10 users, go to https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17144/windows-10-change-desktop-background
Where can I find a good desktop wallpaper?
There are plenty of resources out there to download some cool background photos or digital art, however, the following are the best websites to visit based on user reviews:
- Simple Desktops.
- Desktoppr.
- Desktop Nexus.
- Social Wallpapering.
- DeviantArt Wallpaper.
- Wallhaven.
- The Paper Wall.
- InterfaceLift.
Update: I personally switched back to the default theme of windows.
Conclusion
This simple question was asked out of curiosity to know if people care about their background image or desktop wallpaper. What are your thoughts?