Placing app icons on the Desktop allows for quick access without navigating through the start menu. Each operating system version has its own method for this. In this article, we'll guide you through placing icons on the Desktop in Windows 10. Follow along!
Method 1: It's simple! Just open the Start menu, find the app you want, click and hold the app icon, then drag and drop it onto the Desktop.

Method 2: What if the app you want to place on the desktop isn't in the start menu or can't be dragged and dropped?
Step 1: Open the search feature and type the name of the desired app. Once you see the desired app in the results, right-click and select Open file location.

Step 2: You'll be taken to the software's directory. Right-click on the app's icon and choose Send to -> Desktop (create shortcut)

Now, the icon has been added to your Desktop screen:

These are the two simplest methods to place app icons onto your Desktop screen. We hope you find this article helpful. Wishing you success!