Learn how to create a desktop shortcut to open your favorite application, website, etc, & place it on your Windows 11/10 Desktop or any other folder.

To create a desktop shortcut to a file stored on your Windows PC: Begin by navigating in Windows Explorer to locate the file for which you wish to create a desktop shortcut.

Here’s how to create a folder on the desktop for both Windows and Mac. It’s takes only seconds and then you have a handy spot for the things you use most.

We show you how to create files and folders in OneDrive on desktop browsers and mobile devices, including the best Chromebooks. We also show some handy ways to organize your documents.

Create Desktop Shortcut to Favorites in Windows 11/10 In Windows 11/10, the File Explorer favorites are seen pinned under Quick Access on the left side of File Explorer.