

Alternatively, you can select the icon and press Ctrl + C, then head to your desktop and press Ctrl + V.Drag and drop the program or folder icon from the explorer window onto the desktop.Click Open after selecting the program or folder.In the search text box, type in the program or folder that you wish to add to your desktop.

This will be represented by a magnifying glass icon.

If you’ve yet to place any icons on your desktop, this can be done through the taskbar by following these steps: If you wish to hide icons on your desktop, just toggle Show desktop icons again.
