Managing your desktop icons in Windows 11! Whether you like a clean desktop or need easy access to your important files and folders, here's how you can show or hide desktop icons and add more if needed.
Showing or Hiding Desktop Icons
To show or hide your desktop icons, follow these simple steps:
- Right-click on an empty space on your desktop.
- Select ‘View’ from the context menu.
- Then select ‘Show desktop icons’.
If the option has a checkmark next to it, that means the desktop icons are showing; if not, they're hidden.
Adding Icons to Your Desktop
If you want to add icons such as ‘This PC’, ‘Recycle Bin’, and more to your desktop, here’s how:
- Right-click the Start menu and select ‘Settings’, or press the Windows Key + I to open Settings.
- Navigate to ‘Personalization’ and click on ‘Themes’.
- Under ‘Themes’, scroll down to the ‘Related Settings’ section and click on ‘Desktop icon settings’.
- Now, check or uncheck the icons you would like to display or hide on your desktop, then click on ‘Apply’ and ‘OK’.
With these easy steps, you can customize your Windows 11 desktop to suit your preferences.
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