Windows 10: Show my files on the desktop - so it'll work
If you want to quickly access your own files, you can display the folder on the desktop. How this works under Windows 10, we explain step by step in this guide.
"My Documents" on Windows 10: Shortcut for the desktop
By default, Windows 10 only shows the trash on the desktop. Of course, you can also put any other program there. The "My Documents" folder can also be placed on the desktop:
- Click on the Windows icon at the bottom left and select "Settings". Alternatively, use the key combination [Windows] + [I].
- Decide here for the "Personalization" category and switch to the "Design" tab.
- Then click on the "Desktop Icon Settings" option.
- In the new window, check the box next to "User files" and save the changes with "OK".
- The My Documents folder should automatically appear on the desktop. If this is not the case, restart your computer.
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If you only want to place the "My Documents" folder on your desktop, you have to manually remove the trash can icon from the desktop.