How To Put Apps On Desktop Windows 11

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If you’ve recently upgraded to Windows 11 or started using it on a new device, you might be wondering how to put your favorite apps on the desktop for easy access. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the simple process of adding app shortcuts to your Windows 11 desktop.

Method 1: Pin App to Desktop from Start Menu

  1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard or click the Start button in the taskbar to open the Start Menu.
  2. Type the name of the app you want to add to the desktop in the Search bar.
  3. When the app appears in the search results, right-click on it.
  4. Select the Show more options button (represented by three dots) from the context menu.
  5. Click on Open file location. This will open a File Explorer window with the app’s shortcut selected.
  6. Now, right-click on the app’s shortcut and select Copy.
  7. Close the File Explorer window and go to your desktop.
  8. Right-click on an empty space on the desktop and select Paste from the context menu. The app’s shortcut will now appear on your desktop.

Method 2: Drag and Drop App from Start Menu to Desktop

  1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard or click the Start button in the taskbar to open the Start Menu.
  2. Locate the app you want to add to the desktop in the Start Menu or type its name in the Search bar.
  3. Click and hold the app icon, and then drag it to your desktop. Release the mouse button to drop the app onto your desktop, creating a shortcut.

Method 3: Create a New Shortcut on the Desktop

If you know the app’s executable file path, you can create a new shortcut on the desktop manually.

  1. Right-click on an empty space on your desktop and select New > Shortcut from the context menu.
  2. In the Create Shortcut window, click the Browse button and navigate to the app’s executable file. Alternatively, you can manually enter the file path in the text box. For example:

    For Google Chrome, the default file path is:

    C:\Program Files\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe
  3. Click Next after selecting the app’s executable file or entering the file path.
  4. Enter a name for the new shortcut and click Finish. The app’s shortcut will now be created on your desktop.

Conclusion

Putting apps on your Windows 11 desktop is an easy process that can save you time and help you access your favorite apps more quickly. Choose one of the three methods above to add app shortcuts to your desktop and improve your Windows 11 experience.