Replacing the My Computer Shortcut on the Windows 7 Desktop

Right-click the desktop and choose Personalize from the menu.

When the Personalization Control Panel window appears, click the Change desktop icons link on the left to open the Desktop Icon Settings dialog box.

Put a check in the box next to Computer.

Where can I find my computer on Windows 7?

Another Trick in Windows 7 or Vista. To put the Computer icon on the desktop, click the Start button, and then right-click on “Computer”. Click the “Show on Desktop” item in the menu, and your Computer icon will show up on the desktop.

How do I show my computer on desktop?

To view them, right-click the desktop, select View, and then select Show desktop icons. To add icons to your desktop such as This PC, Recycle Bin and more: Select the Start button, and then select Settings > Personalization > Themes.