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    Delete desktop icons?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by kezuk12, Aug 21, 2010.

  1. kezuk12

    kezuk12 Notebook Evangelist

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    I accidentally unloaded my recycle bin from my Dell Dock to my desktop, and I need to find out how to delete it! I just can't figure it out!

    Any help gets +rep! Thanks!
     
    kezuk12, Aug 21, 2010
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    I'm assuming you're using Win7? Just hit the Windows key(or click the start button), and type in 'show.' Then select "show or hide common items on the desktop." Then de-select the recycle bin I guess.
     
    Selenium, Aug 21, 2010
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    kezuk12 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks! I actually figured it out just now. Control panel > personalisation > desktop icons > unchecked recycle bin!

    Thanks for the help! I would use google but I'm at work and everything but NBR is blocked! Had to ask because these things really get on my nerves! :p
     
    kezuk12, Aug 21, 2010
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