Windows also creates desktop.ini files, but these are extra-hidden. Not only are they hidden files, but they�re also considered protected operating system files. You won�t be able to see them unless you disable the �Hide Protected Operating System Files (Recommended)� setting in File Explorer or Windows Explorer. This setting is located in the Folder Options window.

Windows uses these desktop.ini files to identify the way a folder should be displayed. For example, when you try to move some folders in Windows, Windows will inform you that the folder is a system folder and you shouldn�t move it. Some folders also have their own unique icons. This sort of information is stored in the desktop.ini file in a folder.

We�re not aware of any way to prevent Windows from creating these files. You should just tell Windows not to display protected operating system files if you don�t want to see them.