It's easy and is also possible to create desktop shortcuts on the MS Windows 11 Desktop!You can still create shortcuts on the MS Windows 11 desktop! As described in the example here, which is very popular with DesktopOK friends: ►►► Restart, shutdown Shortcut for Windows 10 and 11! 1.) ... Activating the shortcuts / symbols on the Windows 11 desktop!
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(Image-1) Make Windows 11 desktop symbols visible! |
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2.) Which symbols and objects are on the Windows 11 desktop?
Workplace (this PC), recycle bin, your Internet browser, e.g. Internet Explorer or Edge Chromium and your own files.
If some or all of these icons are missing from the desktop , you can change which icons are displayed. Click the link below and follow the steps to show or hide these icons.
►► Missing Windows desktop workstation, network environment or own documents symbol !
(Image-2) Desktop symbols on the Windows 11 desktop! |
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3.) What should I watch out for with desktop icons and shortcuts on Windows 11?
With a lot of symbols the question arises at some point:►► Can I also save the desktop icons on Windows 11?
One should also make sure that there are no more than necessary but still as many symbols as required. The most important factor with the icons on the desktop, as with everything else, is a well-organized and structured approach. Then the desktop icons are well suited to gain an advantage when working under Windows 11 and to benefit permanently.
(Image-1) On Windows 11 you can also save the desktop icons! |
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FAQ 11: Updated on: 29 September 2022 14:16