How to Remove Homegroup Icon Windows 10?
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How do I remove homegroup from File Explorer?

How to remove HomeGroup icon from Windows 10 File Explorer

  • Press Win + R shortcut keys to display the Run dialog. Tip: see the full list of all Windows keyboard shortcuts with Win keys. Type the following in the Run box: services.msc.
  • In Services, disable the HomeGroup Provider service as shown below:
  • Now, re-open the File Explorer app. The HomeGroup icon will disappear:

How do I get rid of the Homegroup icon?

3] Open Control Panel > Folder Options > View tab. Uncheck Use Sharing Wizard (Recommended) and click Apply. Then Check it back and click Apply. The Homegroup icon will be removed from your Windows 8 desktop and should not reappear again.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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