The trash can icon is on the desktop. This icon gives you quick access to the recycle bin and is also an identifier to see if any items have been moved to the recycle bin.
You can use the change desktop icons. This is how you can use the add trash to desktop, but also delete the trash. Some users prefer to give the desktop a minimalist look, and the many desktop icons do not help in such a case. In that case, you will no longer be able to view the trash.
Additionally, by removing unnecessary icons, such as the trash can, from the desktop, users can better focus on their work. This can help reduce the time spent navigating through unused files or distractions.
Remove trash from desktop in Windows 11
To remove the trash can icon from the desktop, right-click on the desktop, then click “personalize” in the menu.
In the personal preferences, click on “Themes” to open the current theme settings.
In the theme settings, click on “desktop icon settings” at the bottom.
In the desktop icons, uncheck “Trash” and click the “apply” button and “OK”.
The trash can icon is now no longer visible on the desktop. You may want to pin the trash can to the taskbar?
Read more: Manage desktop icons in Windows 11.
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