How to Prevent Microsoft Edge From Creating Desktop Shortcut [Guide]

Every time after updating to a new version, Microsoft Edge creates its desktop shortcuts again and again. If you remove them manually, an app update will bring them back. This behavior may be pretty annoying, especially if you have Edge Canary or Dev installed which receive new versions frequently. Here’s a simple way to prevent Microsoft Edge from creating Desktop shortcuts after installing updates.

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Does Microsoft Edge keep placing its shortcut on your desktop on its own without you telling it to do so? Your frustration will soon be over, as we’ll show you how to stop Microsoft’s web browser from creating its shortcut and cluttering your desktop. Let’s get started.

This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.

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