How can I remove the IE icon from the desktop without removing it from my computer. I seldom use it (hate it actually) and I don't like icons on my desktop.
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Jump to PostMost desktop icons can simply be dragged to the Recycle Bin. However, there are certain ones (such as internet explorer) which this doesn't work for.
To remove these icons from the desktop, right click on an empty portion of your desktop and go to properties. The display properties window …
Jump to PostI just right clicked INTERNET EXPLORER and deleted it (Years ago)..All it does is remove the shortcut from your desktop..
Jump to PostI created a special folder and dragged the IE icon (it is not a shortcut) into it.
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