Windows offers several ways to create desktop shortcuts, depending on where the app is located. Using the Start Menu
Leo had just set up his new laptop. It was fast, sleek, and… frustrating. Every time he wanted to open his favorite game or the photo editor, he had to click Start, scroll through a long list, or search by name. how to add apps to desktop
Mia pulled up a chair. “Watch.”
Leo asked later, remembering his friend’s computer. Windows offers several ways to create desktop shortcuts,
“That’s one way,” Mia said. “Here’s another for apps already pinned to your taskbar or Start menu: right-click the app’s name, go to (if needed), then select Open file location . When the folder pops up, right-click the app and choose Send to > Desktop (create shortcut) .” Every time he wanted to open his favorite
She clicked the Start button (Windows icon) and found the game under “All Apps.”
Leo looked at his desktop—now home to his game, photo editor, and music app. He smiled. “Much better.”
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