Windows 10: how do I add an app icon to my computer desktop?

Discus and support how do I add an app icon to my computer desktop? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; How do I add an app icon to my computer desktop? Side question: Why do they "improve" computers so we have to learn how to do things we used to do just... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by doug burgeson, Jul 17, 2023.

  1. DOUG BURGESON
    doug burgeson Win User

    how do I add an app icon to my computer desktop?


    How do I add an app icon to my computer desktop? Side question: Why do they "improve" computers so we have to learn how to do things we used to do just fine?

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    doug burgeson, Jul 17, 2023
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  2. PETER1986C
    Peter1986C Win User

    Remove Linux Desktop Icons

    I am not sure whether this will work (Ubuntu does not have icons like that on the desktop by default), but I suggest opening the trash bin and sweeping the icons into the window showing the trash bin.
     
    Peter1986C, Jul 17, 2023
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  3. DIVYA MURUGAN
    Divya Murugan Win User
    Desktop Icons Won't Stay Put

    Hi Laurie,

    As per the issue description I understand that you are facing issues with desktop icons.

    I suggest you try the following step in order to arrange the icons.

    • Right click on the desktop.
    • Click on view
    • Check the option auto arrange icons.
    Let us know if this helps.

    Thanks.
     
    Divya Murugan, Jul 17, 2023
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  4. AMIT_SUN
    Amit_Sun Win User

    how do I add an app icon to my computer desktop?

    Problem with desktop icons

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    This issue could be caused if the Desktop Icons are hidden.



    1. May I know, if you are aware of any recent changes made to the system after which you are facing this issue?
    2. Which version and edition of Windows is installed on the computer?


    I suggest you go through this articleShow, hide, or
    resize desktop icons     follow the steps, if the icons are hidden, you should get it back.



    If you want to pin any icon to desktop you can check

    Pin apps and folders to the desktop or taskbar     and you can easily access them from the desktop screen.



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



    Hope it helps.

    Amit Sunar

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Amit_Sun, Jul 17, 2023
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