How to add apps to your desktop on Windows 11

This step-by-step tutorial video will show you how to add apps and programs to your desktop on Windows 11.

Do you want to add app or program shortcut icons to your desktop on your Windows 11 laptop or desktop computer for quick and easy access? This tutorial will show you a simple and fast way to create application or program shortcuts on your desktop.

To add an app or program to your desktop on Windows 11:

  1. Click the Windows start menu button.
  2. Go to the app you want to add to your desktop.
  3. Click and hold its icon.
  4. Drag it to the desktop.
  5. Release the mouse button.