In situations where there are no icons on your desktop, accessing programs can be a bit confusing. Here’s a quick guide to help you open applications easily.
Using the Start Menu
- Press the Windows key on your keyboard.
- Type the name of the program you’re looking for.
- Select the program from the search results and press Enter.
Using Task Manager
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Click on File and select Run new task.
- Type in the program’s executable name (e.g., notepad.exe) and click OK.
Using Command Prompt
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type cmd and press Enter.
- In Command Prompt, type the program’s executable name (e.g., calc.exe for Calculator) and press Enter.
For more information on managing desktop settings, visit the official Microsoft homepage: Microsoft.