The first thing you'll want to do is determine which resolution your monitor is running. If you've got JavaScript turned on, you should see exactly what you've got listed below.

Your Current Resolution Is:

Now that you know which resolution you've got, click on an appropriate wallpaper size and let the image load in your web browser. It should be noted that you aren't limited to choosing wallpaper that matches your exact resolution. If you pick a size larger than a smaller resolution, the image could appear cut off. If you choose choose a wallpaper image smaller than a larger resolution, it could look tiled unless you center it to make the image looked framed.

Click and hold on the image with your mouse button. When a menu pops up, select the Save Image As or Download Image to Disk option to save the image to your hard drive. You can rename the file if you wish, but be sure to retain the .jpg extension.

If you've got System 8.5 or higher:
Go to the Apple menu and select the Appearance Control Panel. Click on the Desktop tab. If you already have wallpaper on your desktop click on the Remove Picture button to remove your old wallpaper. Now use the Select Picture button to select the wallpaper you just downloaded. After you have selected your wallpaper, press the Set Desktop button and close the window.

If you've got System 8:
Go to the Apple menu and select the Desktop Pictures Control Panel. Click on the Picture tab. If you already have wallpaper on your desktop click on the Remove Picture button to remove your old wallpaper. Now use the Select Picture button to select the wallpaper you just downloaded. After you have selected your wallpaper, press the Set Desktop button and close the window.

If you've got System 7.x or lower:
Your system software has no native support for desktop wallpaper. In order to set your wallpaper, you will need a third party program

Some browsers also support setting an image by right-clicking and choosing that option on the menu.

See Also: How Do I Make My Own Wallpapers?
See Also: How Do I Install Wallpaper On Windows?
See Also: How Come Some Wallpapers Are Zipped?

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