How Do I Create a Shortcut to a File on Android?
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How do I create a shortcut to a file?

To create a desktop icon or shortcut, do the following:

  1. Browse to the file on your hard disk for which you want to create a shortcut. …
  2. Right-click the file for which you want to create a shortcut.
  3. Select Create Shortcut from the menu. …
  4. Drag the shortcut to the desktop or any other folder.
  5. Rename the shortcut.

How do I add a file folder to my home screen?

Creating a Folder with a Home Screen Shortcut

  1. Tap your Android phone’s “Menu” button, and then tap “Add.”
  2. Tap “New Folder.” The folder now appears on your home screen. …
  3. Tap and hold widgets to select them, and then drag them into the folder, if desired.
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