To remove an item from your desktop without deleting it, you can follow these steps:
1. Right-click an empty space on your desktop. This will open a context menu with various options.
2. From the context menu, select “Personalize.” This will open the Personalization settings window.
3. In the Personalization settings window, you will find different customization options for your desktop. On the right side of the window, click on the “Themes” option. This will open the Themes settings.
4. Scroll down to the “Related settings” section, and you will see an option called “Desktop icon settings.” Click on it.
5. A new window titled “Desktop Icon Settings” will appear. In this window, you will see a list of desktop icons that are currently displayed on your desktop.
6. Uncheck the box next to the desktop icon(s) you want to remove. For example, if you want to remove the “Recycle Bin” icon, uncheck the box next to it.
7. After unchecking the desired box(es), click on the “Apply” button at the bottom right corner of the window. This will save your changes.
8. click on the “OK” button to close the “Desktop Icon Settings” window.
By following these steps, you can remove specific desktop icons without deleting the actual files or programs associated with them. The items will no longer be visible on your desktop, but they will still be accessible through other means, such as the Start menu or File Explorer.
It’s worth noting that these instructions may vary slightly depending on your operating system version, but the general process should be the same.
Personal Experience: I have used these steps multiple times to declutter my desktop and remove icons that I don’t frequently use. It helps to keep the desktop clean and organized, while still having easy access to the files and programs I need.