Desktop shortcuts are shortcuts to a specific file within complex folders and drives on your computer. Through these shortcuts, applications can be easily opened with a single click. In addition, they reduce the need to access applications from the original file location and thus save your precious and valuable time. Here are the steps to create desktop shortcuts:
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Use the desktop menu
Step 1. Right-click anywhere in the free space on your desktop
Write down the option New in the dialog box.
- This will redirect you to another dialog box. From there, choose the option Direct access.
Step 2. Wait for a new window to appear asking you to browse the location of the file for which you want to create the shortcut
You must choose the option to browse and navigate to the location of the file. As soon as you choose the location, the box will fill with it.
You can also type the address of the file, but it is always better to choose the location as it minimizes the chance of making mistakes
Step 3. Click on the "Next" option in the lower right part of the active window
Step 4. Enter a name for the shortcut
If a "Finish" button appears at the bottom of the dialog box, click it. If a "Next" button appears instead, click it, choose the icon you want to use for the shortcut, and then click "Finish."
Method 2 of 2: Use the file location
Step 1. Locate the file or application for which you want to create the shortcut
Step 2. Right click on this specific file or application for which you want to create the shortcut
Make sure to select the file before right-clicking.
Step 3. Wait for a dialog box to appear
From there, choose the option Create Shortcut.
The shortcut is now at the bottom of the "Programs" list. For example, if you have created a shortcut for Microsoft Word, the program will be at the bottom of the list
Step 4. Drag the shortcut to the desktop
Now you can easily access the application with just one click.