In Windows 11, “My Computer” is called “This PC.” But it’s not easy to find if you don’t know where to look, since Microsoft removed this popular shortcut from your desktop and Start menu. Fortunately, it’s back. In this guide, we’ll look at how to bring My Computer (or This PC) back where it belongs—in the foreground.
How do I get the My PC shortcut on the Windows 11 desktop?
Do you have Windows 10? Don't worry. Although the guides below show the Windows 11 UI, they are also fully compatible with Windows 10.
My Computer used to be the go-to space for anyone who wanted to explore their computer drives and manage their contents. But it also provided a way to quickly get to the System Information page (by right-clicking and selecting Properties). These two things combined made My Computer the gateway to your entire computer, including all of your drives and system information. For that reason, it was (and still is) perhaps one of the most important elements for a Windows user.
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