This PC icon is missing on Windows 11/10; how to restore it?

Microsoft provides the ‘This PC’ icon on the desktop. It’s helpful for windows users. But if the ‘This PC’ icon is deleted by mistake or by any virus attack. There is no need to worry about it. You can still access it using the Windows logo + E keyboard shortcut.

This article will guide you in restoring the missing “This PC” icon on Windows 11/10 desktop.

How do I restore the “This PC” icon missing on Windows 11?

Step 1. Right-click on the free or blank space on the desktop and select Personalizefrom the context menu.

Step 2. On the right side of Personalization, click the option Themes.

Step 3. Then, click the option “Desktop icon settings.”

Step 4. Check the checkbox labeled with Computerunder the Desktop icons section. If you wish to show or hide other icons, you can check or uncheck accordingly.

Step 5. Now click the Apply and then Ok.

Close the Setting app and return to the desktop. It should successfully restore the PC icon and be visible on Windows 11.

How do I restore the “This PC” icon missing on Windows 10?

Step 1. Right-click on the free or blank space on the desktop and select Personalize from the context menu.

Step 2. In the Settings windows that open, click the Themes tab from the left side pane under the Personalization category. On the right side of it, click the link “Desktop icon settings.”

Step 3. Check the checkbox labeled with Computerunder the Desktop icons section. If you wish to show or hide other icons, you can check or uncheck accordingly.

Step 4. Now click the Apply button and then Ok.

Close the Setting app and return to the desktop. This PC icon should be successfully restored and visible on Windows 10.