Frustrating, especially if you don't use it
How to prevent Microsoft Edge from automatically creating desktop shortcuts
Although Microsoft Edge has made great strides in recent years, many users still prefer other browsers such as Google Chrome or Firefox. However, Microsoft forces Edge on its users in many ways, including placing its shortcut on your desktop even after you try to delete it.
In this tutorial, we'll explain what to do if Microsoft Edge keeps adding a shortcut to your desktop.
Here’s what to do if Microsoft Edge keeps popping up on your desktop. These solutions should work for both Windows 10 and Windows 11.