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How to add ‘This PC’ icon to Windows 10, 11 desktop 2025

Muhammad Abdullah by Muhammad Abdullah
December 15, 2022 - Updated on March 17, 2023
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  • 6 Steps to add ‘This PC’ icon to Windows 10, 11 desktop
    • Step 1: Right-click on desktop and click “Personalise”
    • Step 2: Personalisation section will open in Settings
    • Click on “Themes” and navigate to “Desktop icon settings”
    • Step 3: Click on “Desktop Icon Settings”
    • Step 4: Select “Desktop icons” of your choice in “Desktop Icon Settings”
    • Step 5: Click on “Apply” and then “Ok”
    • Step 6: This PC, along with other selected icons, should now appear on your desktop
    • How do I add the ‘This PC’ icon to my Windows 11 desktop?
    • Can I add other icons to my Windows 11 desktop?
    • Why is the ‘This PC’ icon not showing on my Windows 11 desktop?
    • Can I remove the ‘This PC’ icon from my Windows 11 desktop?
    • Will adding the ‘This PC’ icon to my desktop affect my computer’s performance?

I finally have Windows 11 on my computer; better late than never. But since I installed Windows 11 from scratch, there was no ‘This PC’ icon on the desktop right after getting the update. I couldn’t understand why it always has to be ‘This PC icon missing’ in Windows 11 or Windows 10 from every update. This situation is similar to when I first installed Windows 10 and couldn’t find This PC icon on my desktop. However, shortly, I figured out how to get back This PC icon on my desktop. I’m sharing these steps with you, so you don’t have to be frustrated.

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Here’s how you can get This PC, Recycle Bin, Control Panel, and other icons back on the desktop in Windows 11 and Windows 10.

6 Steps to add ‘This PC’ icon to Windows 10, 11 desktop

  1. Step 1: Right-click on desktop and click “Personalise”
  2. Step 2: Personalisation section will open in Settings
  3. Click on “Themes” and navigate to “Desktop icon settings”
  4. Step 3: Click on “Desktop Icon Settings”
  5. Step 4: Select “Desktop icons” of your choice in “Desktop Icon Settings”
  6. Step 5: Click on “Apply” and then “Ok”
  7. Step 6: This PC, along with other selected icons, should now appear on your desktop
  8. How do I add the ‘This PC’ icon to my Windows 11 desktop?
  9. Can I add other icons to my Windows 11 desktop?
  10. Why is the ‘This PC’ icon not showing on my Windows 11 desktop?
  11. Can I remove the ‘This PC’ icon from my Windows 11 desktop?
  12. Will adding the ‘This PC’ icon to my desktop affect my computer’s performance?

Follow these simple steps to get This PC icon back on the desktop in Windows 11 and Windows 10 (or other versions)

Step 1: Right-click on desktop and click “Personalise”

Click Personlaise to enable This PC icon in Windows 11 desktop

Simply right-click on the desktop, and a box will pop up. Find and click “Personalise.” Or open the Windows Settings app. For this, click the Start menu and click the Settings gear icon. Or just press the Windows key + I and it’ll open Settings.

Step 2: Personalisation section will open in Settings

After the first step, the Personalisation section will open. Find and click “Themes,” as shown in the screenshots attached.

Click on “Themes” and navigate to “Desktop icon settings”

A step in guide to add this pc icon to desktop in Windows

After the Themes section opens, scroll down to “Related settings” and find “Desktop icon settings.”

Step 3: Click on “Desktop Icon Settings”

Click Desktop icon settings in Themes to add This PC icon in Windows desktop

Click “Desktop icon settings,” and a small window will pop up.

Step 4: Select “Desktop icons” of your choice in “Desktop Icon Settings”

Add this PC to desktop along with other icons like User files, Control panel, and Network in Windows 11

Check the box next to the icons (This PC, Recycle Bin, Network, User’s files, or Control Panel). Note: These icons will show on your desktop when enabled.

Step 5: Click on “Apply” and then “Ok”

After you’re done, click “Apply” and then click “Ok.”

Step 6: This PC, along with other selected icons, should now appear on your desktop

This PC on desktop with other icons in Windows 11

Now, after completing these steps, you should be able to see selected icons, especially, “This PC” icon on your desktop in Windows 11.

Note: These steps can vary, depending on the versions of Windows you’re using. If you’re on Windows 10, there are slight changes; however, these steps were written for Windows 11 latest version by 2025. We’ll keep this article up-to-date as the new updates roll out.

How do I add the ‘This PC’ icon to my Windows 11 desktop?

To add the ‘This PC’ icon to your Windows 11 desktop, simply right-click on the desktop, select “Personalize,” then click “Themes” and finally click “Desktop icon settings.” From there, select the “This PC” option and click “Apply” to add the icon to your desktop.

Can I add other icons to my Windows 11 desktop?

Yes, you can add other icons to your Windows 11 desktop by following the same steps as above and selecting the desired icons from the list of options.

Why is the ‘This PC’ icon not showing on my Windows 11 desktop?

If the ‘This PC’ icon is not showing on your Windows 11 desktop, it could be because it is not selected as an option in the desktop icon settings. To fix this, follow the steps above to select the ‘This PC’ icon and apply the changes.

Can I remove the ‘This PC’ icon from my Windows 11 desktop?

Yes, you can remove the ‘This PC’ icon from your Windows 11 desktop by following the same steps as above and deselecting the ‘This PC’ option in the desktop icon settings.

Will adding the ‘This PC’ icon to my desktop affect my computer’s performance?

No, adding the ‘This PC’ icon to your desktop should not affect your computer’s performance in any way. It is simply a shortcut to access your files and folders more easily.

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Abdullah, aka "abdugeek," graduated in computer science and is a certified Growth Hacker. He loves writing about technology, such as gadgets, apps, social media, Mac, Android, and Windows. Abdullah has an 8 years of experience with technology gadgets, apps, software, hardware, and information technology. He loves playing with gadgets, exclusively Mac, iPhone, Android, Windows, Drones, Radios, Smartphone accessories, and any other device that he gets in his hands. Abdullah is also a versatile expereince in the digital marketing world and has an entrepreneurial mindset. He founded multiple digital startups in technology sector and constantly seeks new opportunities. Abdullah is also into movies, especially, Marvel Cinematic Universe and DC franchises. You can follow him on social media where you can learn more about what he shares with the world.

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