Create a Shortcut From the Desktop
When you create a shortcut on the Windows desktop, you get easy access to any file or program installed on your computer. There are two requirements for creating a shortcut. First, you must know the file or program path or be able to navigate to it. Second, you must have permission to access the file or program. There are multiple ways to create shortcuts. Below are the steps to create a shortcut on your desktop by using the Create Shortcut wizard.
Create a Desktop Shortcut in File Explorer With a Right-Click
There are three ways to create a desktop shortcut from File Explorer. The first method includes using the right-click context menu. See the next two sections for alternative ways.
Create a Desktop Shortcut Using the Alt Key
The second way to create a desktop shortcut from the File Explorer is by using the Alt key:
Create From File Explorer Using Right-Click and Drag
The last way to create a shortcut from File Explorer is by using right-click and dragging to the desktop:
Create a Shortcut From the Start Menu
Another way to create an application shortcut is from the Start menu. See the steps below.
Create a Shortcut of a Web Page
If you have a favorite web page you visit frequently, you can create a desktop shortcut in a few steps. The steps below apply to Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox.
