Once “This PC” Icon is added back to Desktop, you will be able to gain quick access to Hard Disk, Storage Drives, Network Locations and major folders like Documents, Downloads, Music, Pictures and Videos on your computer by clicking on it.

In this guide, you’ll learn step-by-step how to show the “This PC” icon on your desktop in Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7. We’ll also offer tips on renaming the icon, removing it, or pinning it to the Start menu for faster access.

7 ways to add the This PC icon to your desktop in Windows 11 and Windows 10. Covers Settings, Run command, Registry, PowerShell, drag-and-drop, and troubleshooting fixes.

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To display the "This PC" or the "My Computer" icon, right-click your desktop, then navigate to Personalize > Themes > Desktop Icon Settings. Select "Computer" from the listed options and then click "Apply" to add it to your desktop.

On Windows 11, ‘My Computer’ goes by the name of ‘This PC’. But it’s not easy to find if you don’t know where to look since Microsoft took away this much-utilized desktop and Start menu shortcut.

Step 1: Open File Explorer by searching, using the Windows logo + E hotkey, or clicking its icon in the taskbar. Step 2: In the navigation pane of File Explorer (also called left pane), click the This PC entry to navigate to This PC.

Fortunately, a simple utility called This PC is here to help you out. It allows you to remove any of these shortcuts easily, as well as re-enable them later.

The This PC icon (formerly My Computer) gives you quick access to your drives, folders, and connected devices. While it doesn’t appear on the desktop by default in Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can easily bring it back using built-in settings.

In Windows 11, the “My Computer” icon has been replaced with a new name, “This PC.” This change was made to provide a more user-friendly experience and align with the modern design of the operating system.