Articles tagged: desktop
Does What’s on My Desktop Affect My Computer’s Speed?
A cluttered desktop doesn't slow down your computer in and of itself, but could be a symptom of deeper problems.
Focus Better with Multiple Desktops
Using multiple desktops can be a great way to organize your work, and keep you focused on the task at hand.
Tip of the Day: Desktop Peek
For those with cluttered (or information-filled) desktops, Desktop Peek is a quick way to see what your running applications otherwise cover.
How Do I Get a Program to Auto-start When I Sign in to Windows?
I'll show you how to locate the Startup folder and put a shortcut to your program there.
How Do I Set a Custom Icon for a Desktop URL Shortcut?
Creating shortcuts to programs and web pages on your desktop is relatively easy, as is setting a custom icon for those shortcuts. I'll show you how.
Is It Safe to Store Files on My Desktop?
The desktop is not a place I keep things I use, because it's always obscured. It's also a fragile environment to keep important files because it is prone to mis-swipes of the mouse and more.
