

TIP: This post will show you how to auto-hide desktop icons in Windows 11/10.

Restart your computer and see if it has helped. To show desktop icons, ensure that the setting is Not Configured. If Enabled, this setting removes icons, shortcuts, and other default and user-defined items from the desktop, including Recycle Bin, Computer, and Network Locations. Removing icons and shortcuts does not prevent the user from using another method to start the programs or opening the items they represent. This setting removes icons, shortcuts, and other default and user-defined items from the desktop, including Briefcase, Recycle Bin, Computer, and Network Locations.
