How to Create File Explorer Shortcut on Desktop
Creating a file explorer shortcut on your desktop can significantly improve your productivity by allowing you to access your files and folders quickly without navigating through the Start menu or search bar. In this article, we will guide you through the simple steps to create a file explorer shortcut on your desktop.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
First, you need to open File Explorer. There are several ways to do this:
1. Click on the Start button and type “File Explorer” in the search bar. Once you see the File Explorer app appear in the search results, click on it to open.
2. Press the Windows key + E on your keyboard to open File Explorer directly.
3. If you have a folder icon on your taskbar, you can simply click on it to open File Explorer.
Step 2: Navigate to the Desired Folder
Once File Explorer is open, navigate to the folder you want to create a shortcut for. You can do this by clicking on the folder name in the left pane or by typing the folder path in the address bar at the top of the window.
Step 3: Create a Shortcut
Now that you have the desired folder open, follow these steps to create a shortcut:
1. Right-click on an empty space in the folder and select “New” from the context menu.
2. Choose “Shortcut” from the submenu that appears.
3. A new window titled “Create Shortcut” will open. In the “Type the location of the item” field, type the following path: `C:\Windows\System32\explorer.exe`
Step 4: Customize the Shortcut
If you want to customize the shortcut, you can do so by following these steps:
1. Click on the “Browse” button in the “Create Shortcut” window.
2. Navigate to the folder you want to create a shortcut for, and click “OK.”
3. In the “Create Shortcut” window, you can also change the name of the shortcut by typing a new name in the “Name” field.
Step 5: Save the Shortcut
Once you have customized the shortcut to your liking, click “Next” and then “Finish” to create the shortcut on your desktop.
Now you have successfully created a file explorer shortcut on your desktop. You can access your desired folder quickly by double-clicking on the shortcut. Enjoy the convenience of having a file explorer shortcut on your desktop!
