

Most Windows PCs come with some shortcut icons already on the desktop, such as My Computer and Internet Explorer. Data files should be stored in My Documents. Windows will allow you to move or save an actual file to the desktop, but this is not recommended.

If you delete a shortcut, you are only deleting the path to the object (e.g. When you double-click a shortcut, the program, folder, or file opens. ○ Working with Desktop Shortcuts (Icons)Ī desktop icon usually represents a shortcut to a program, folder, or frequently-used file. Read our disclosure policy to learn more. ○ This tutorial contains affiliate links.
