Windows 10: can't open shortcuts to settings that are present anywhere on the desktop

Discus and support can't open shortcuts to settings that are present anywhere on the desktop in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; I cannot open my windows 10 settings from shortcuts such as display settings, personalize, open sound settings, etc.. It is really annoying having to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/PLAN3TM3, Jul 12, 2020.

  1. can't open shortcuts to settings that are present anywhere on the desktop


    I cannot open my windows 10 settings from shortcuts such as display settings, personalize, open sound settings, etc..

    It is really annoying having to go everytime to settings in order for me to make a minor adjustment in my audio or anything

    would be amazing if someone has a fix for this

    thankyou

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    :)
     
    /u/PLAN3TM3, Jul 12, 2020
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  2. Desktop Shortcut Icons

    Hi Mik-Dav,

    The desktop shortcut created for a specific website should bear the website's actual logo. With what you've experienced, there could be something wrong with how the shortcut was created.

    If you've created the shortcut by selecting Create shortcut, then we suggest that you try the other way, that is by dragging the website icon that appears in the address bar to your desktop. Follow these steps:

    • Using Internet Explorer, access a website.
    • Once the website opens, you will see its icon in the address bar.
    • Click and drag the icon on your desktop.

    The website shortcut bearing its actual logo should now be saved on your desktop.

    Let us know if you need further help.

    Regards.
     
    Vanessa Yar, Jul 12, 2020
    #2
  3. New Apps not showing anywhere

    Hi Simon,

    I would suggest you add create a shortcut to these programs in the Desktop till we fix this issue. You can right click on the frequently used programs and select 'Send to Desktop' to create a shortcut for that program in Desktop. To troubleshoot this issue,
    I would suggest you to try the following steps and check:

    • Open an Administrator CMD window. If you can’t find a way, use these steps:
    • Press CTRL+Shift+ESC to open Task Manager.
    • Click File > Run New Task
    • Make sure you have a check mark beside “Create this task with administrative privileges”
    • Type CMD
    • Type the following commands at the CMD prompt:

      dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

      sfc /scannnow
    Try these steps and let us know the results.
     
    Bennet Martin, Jul 12, 2020
    #3
  4. can't open shortcuts to settings that are present anywhere on the desktop

    Desktop Shortcut Icons

    I tried using Edge that comes with the computer and I can see the logo you are talking about. When I try to drag it to the desktop you can see that I have it but as soon as I drop it the window opens rather than putting the shortcut icon on the desktop.
     
    mik-dav 1500, Jul 12, 2020
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