Windows 10: How do you control the lists of activities on the desktop screen. Can they be removed

How do you control the list of activities on the desktop screen. Can they be removed. Thanks

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Removed icon from desktop screen how do i get it back.

Hi Bill,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

We would be glad to help you with the issue you are facing today. I understand the difficulty with the problem.

• When you say “Support Assistant” are you referring to any program?
• Did you remove or uninstall from the computer?

I would suggest you to follow the below steps.

• Go to Start.
• Select all apps.
• Check if the “Support assistant” is listed.
• If listed Drag & drop to the desktop screen.

Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank you.

 

DESKTOP lists removable drives

Hi Borate,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community Forums.

Please share the details in order to assist you in better way.

• Are you referring to Desktop Hierarchy under Quick Access or This PC ?

I would suggest you to provide us a screen shot for better understanding of issue.

Refer the Article to know how to include screen shot in your post.

How to include a screenshot in your post

Please feel free to contact us if you face any issues with Windows.

Thank you.

 

Desktop lists removable media


In File Explorer, removable media such as card readers, USB drives, etc. are listed under the DESKTOP hierarchy. They were not in prior Windows versions.

Do others see this? Can they be hidden under that Desktop branch, as the dupe listings are confusing.
W10 vers 1511.