Windows 10: Create desktop shortcuts in Windows. 11

Discus and support Create desktop shortcuts in Windows. 11 in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I don't seem able to drag and drop app icons and shortcuts on windows 11 desktop.Am I missing something?Thank you... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Ozoro99, Dec 1, 2021.

  1. Ozoro99 Win User

    Create desktop shortcuts in Windows. 11


    I don't seem able to drag and drop app icons and shortcuts on windows 11 desktop.Am I missing something?Thank you

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    Ozoro99, Dec 1, 2021
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  2. Amit_Sun Win User

    Create Ethernet adapter shortcut on the desktop.

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    To create the Ethernet shortcut on your desktop, you can follow the step provided below.



    Step: Create Ethernet shortcut on the desktop.



    1. Press Windows + R key on your keyboard together.
    2. Type in ncpa.cpl
      and hit enter.
    3. You will see all your network adapter.
    4. Right click on your desired adapter and click on
      Create Shortcut and allow the prompt.
    5. Or you can drag and drop the network adapter on the desktop that will create a shortcut too.
    6. You can now right on the shortcut on your desktop and disable and enable internet connection.


    If you still face the issue, reply to this post with more information.



    Hope it helps.

    Amit Sunar

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Amit_Sun, Dec 1, 2021
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  3. 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, Dec 1, 2021
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  4. Create desktop shortcuts in Windows. 11

    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, Dec 1, 2021
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