Creating a Shortcut on Your Windows XP/Vista/7 Desktop
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Question:
How do I create a shortcut on my desktop in Windows XP/Vista/7?

Answer:

  1. Navigate to the file for which you want to create a desktop shortcut.
  2. Right-click the file.
    • In XP/Vista, select Send To.
    • In 7, select Send to.
  3. Select Desktop (create shortcut).
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  • Last updated: 03 Aug, 2012
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