Quick Answer: How Do I Create a Shortcut on My Desktop in Windows 7?

How do I make a shortcut icon on my desktop?

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 put a Gmail shortcut on my desktop Windows 7?

Open your Gmail inbox and navigate to the three vertical dots in the top right corner of the browser window. Select “More Tools” and then, from the extending menu, select “Create Shortcut.” A pop-up window will appear. Enter the name of the shortcut – “Gmail,” for example – and check the “Open as Window” box.