The Windows operating system stores the "Desktop" folder with program shortcuts located in it on the drive of its installation (usually it is drive C). In the event of a major failure, the user may lose a conveniently configured desktop. To prevent this from happening, you can transfer it to another disk.
Instructions
Step 1
If Windows is installed on drive C, the path to the desktop will be C: / Documents and Settings / Admin / Desktop. In this example, the username is Admin, you may have it different.
Step 2
Use Windows Explorer to move your desktop to a different drive. Click Start, then open All Programs - Accessories - File Explorer. Next, open in Explorer: C: / Documents and Settings / Admin / and select the "Desktop" folder. From the menu select "Edit" - "Move to folder …" and specify the location where you want to move the desktop - for example, just select drive D. The folder will be moved. After that, be sure to restart your computer.
Step 3
Please note that you can only move the desktop through Windows Explorer and nothing else. Do not move the "Desktop" folder by simple drag and drop or using different file managers. When you move the desktop through the explorer, the operating system remembers its new location, so in the future you will not have any difficulties.
Step 4
It is possible to move the desktop by editing the system registry, but this option is much more difficult, so there is no point in using it, it is much more convenient to use Windows Explorer.
Step 5
In addition to the desktop, it is useful to store the My Documents folder on another drive. In this case, you can save files in it without fear of Windows crash, since your data and operating system will be on different disks. To transfer this folder, click "Start", right-click the "My Documents" line in the menu. In the context menu that opens, select the "Properties" item.
Step 6
The properties window will open, in it click the "Move" button. In the new window, select the desired drive and create a folder "My Documents". Click OK, you will be prompted to confirm moving the files. Agree by clicking "Yes" and the file transfer will begin. After it finishes, restart your computer. Please note that all applications must be closed when transferring files.
