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Instructions for Displaying My Computer Icon on Desktop Screen

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Instructions for Displaying My Computer Icon on Desktop Screen is easier to understand when the core ideas are paired with practical examples. The sections below explain the topic clearly, highlight useful steps, and point out details that can prevent common errors.

Windows users often install and display My Computer icon on the Desktop to facilitate searching documents, folders. If you accidentally delete the My Computer icon, don't worry too because you can reinstall to display My Computer on the Desktop screen.
In the article below, Network Administrator will show you how to display My Computer icon on Desktop screen Windows 7, 8, 10 and Vista.
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1. Add My Computer icon on Desktop Windows 10

If you want to add icons like Computer, Recycle Bin, Control Panel or any of the icons, follow the steps below:

First on the Desktop, right-click and choose Personalize.

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A new window will appear, select Themes in the left menu, then select Desktop icon setting under the Related Settings option.

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Next check the checkbox for the icons you want to display on the Desktop.

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Select Computer to add the Computer icon on the Desktop.

2. Add My Computer icon on Windows 7.8 or Vista Desktop

On the Desktop, right-click and choose Personalize , then select Change Desktop Icons .

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Check the checkbox for the icon you want to display on the Desktop.

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Select Computer to display the My Computer icon on the Desktop.

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3. On Windows 7 or Windows Vista

To display the My Computer icon on Wibdows 7 or Windows Vista, click on Start , then right-click Computer .

Select Show on Desktop .

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You can refer to some of the following articles:

  • How does Windows 7, 8 not automatically upgrade to Windows 10?

  • How does Windows 7, 8 not automatically upgrade to Windows 10?

  • Instructions for using Sysprep on Microsoft Windows 7/8/10

Good luck!

FAQ

What should you know about 1. Add My Computer icon on Desktop Windows 10?

If you want to add icons like Computer, Recycle Bin, Control Panel or any of the icons, follow the steps below:

What should you know about 2. Add My Computer icon on Windows 7.8 or Vista Desktop?

On the Desktop, right-click and choose Personalize, then select Change Desktop Icons.

What should you know about 3. On Windows 7 or Windows Vista?

To display the My Computer icon on Wibdows 7 or Windows Vista, click on Start, then right-click Computer.

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