In the line of Windows operating systems, any operation with files can be performed using the "Explorer". By default, "Explorer" is hidden from users' eyes, and the "My Computer" icon is displayed on the desktop, in fact, this is the same "Explorer". Sometimes, personal computer users accidentally remove this icon from the desktop. To restore the ability to view the contents of folders on your hard drive, you must restore the My Computer desktop item.
Necessary
Windows operating system
Instructions
Step 1
If you have deleted the "Mine" icon by accident, look into the "Trash" by double-clicking on it with the left mouse button. Right-click on the "My Computer" icon in the window that opens and select "Restore". The desired icon will appear on the free space on your computer's desktop.
Step 2
If the icon you are looking for is not in the "Recycle Bin", you can add it again using the Windows system tools. Right-click on the desktop, select Properties. In the window that opens, go to the "Desktop" tab, click the "Desktop settings" button. In the new window, pay attention to the "Desktop Icons" block, check the box next to the "My Computer" item.
Step 3
You can also restore My Computer in other ways. Click the "Start" menu, find the "My Computer" icon in the menu that opens, right-click on this icon and select "Show on Desktop". If this icon is not in the Start menu items, right-click the Start button and select Properties. In the window that opens, click the "Configure" button, then go to the "Advanced" tab and activate the "My Computer" item (it is advisable to activate the "Display as menu" item).
Step 4
You can restore the "My Computer" shortcut in another way. Click the "Start" menu, hold down the left mouse button on the item "My Computer" and drag it to the desktop. Thus, you can create a shortcut to any item that is on the Start menu.