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Missing Desktop Icons

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by tokolosh, 2004/12/16.

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  1. 2004/12/16
    tokolosh

    tokolosh Inactive Thread Starter

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    On a new installation (new motherboard, graphics, P4 2.80E processor and RAM) Windows XP Home Ed. (inclusive of SP2) installed without any hassle.

    Unfortunately when the desktop appeared the only icon that shows is the 'RECYCLE BIN'

    Normally I would get 'My Computer', 'My Network Places', 'MSN Explorer' 'My Documents' and 'Internet Explorer'.

    Other than this the computer is working fine but not having the Desktop Icons is a bit of an inconvenience.

    Any ideas on how to bring up the missing icons?

    Would be appreciative of any help offered.

    Thanks
     
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    Christer

    Christer Geek Member Staff

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    Hello tokolosh!

    Right-click on the desktop > choose Properties > Desktop > Customize > and check the appropriate boxes.

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    tokolosh

    tokolosh Inactive Thread Starter

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    Missing Desktop Items

    Many thanks Christer - I guess I should have known the 'how to'. I suppose I needed a 'kick' start to get my brain working!

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    tokolosh,
    You're welcome ...... :) ...... !

    I too have got a teflon coated memory but there are some cracks in the coating ...... :p ...... causing odd pieces of knowledge to stick.

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