Adding Software to Desktop Context Menu

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Ngày cập nhật gần nhất: 15/4/2026

To streamline access to frequently used applications and software, save time by adding them to the right-click menu on the Desktop, especially when dealing with a cluttered Desktop with numerous icons.

With the following steps, you can effortlessly add software to the Desktop Context Menu.

Step 1: Open the Run dialog (Windows + R), type the keyword regedit, and press OK (or Enter) to open the Registry Editor.

Step 2: In the Registry Editor, locate the path HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\Backgrount\shell.

Step 3: Next, right-click on the shell folder, select New, and choose Key to create an additional key with the name of the application you want to add to the right-click menu. This key will display the application name in the Context Menu.

For example, here we use the Skype application.

Step 4: In the newly created folder (Skype), create another new key with the name command (in lowercase). Right-click on Skype, choose New, and select Key.

Step 5: Left-click twice on Default on the right side.

Afterward, input the path to the executable file of the application you want to appear in the Context Menu (here, Skype.exe) into Value data, then press OK.

Congratulations! You can now right-click on the Desktop to see the newly added application in the Menu.

You can add various applications and software to the Desktop Context Menu following the same steps. Wishing you success!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to add applications to the Desktop right-click menu?

To add applications to the Desktop right-click menu, open the Run dialog by pressing Windows + R. Type 'regedit' and press Enter to open the Registry Editor. Navigate to HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\Background\shell. Right-click on the shell folder, create a new key for the application, then create another key named 'command' within it. Set the default value to the application's executable path.

Can I add multiple applications to the Desktop context menu?

Yes, you can add multiple applications to the Desktop context menu. Simply repeat the process for each application you wish to include by creating a new key for each in the Registry Editor under the same shell folder.

Is it necessary to have administrative rights to edit the Registry for adding applications?

Yes, administrative rights are typically required to modify the Windows Registry. If you don't have these privileges, you may encounter restrictions when attempting to add applications to the Desktop right-click menu.

What happens if I input the wrong executable path in the Registry?

If you input the wrong executable path in the Registry, the application will not launch when selected from the Desktop right-click menu. Ensure that the path is accurate to avoid errors and ensure proper functionality.

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