remove "recent locations" from desktop

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  1. mikeymika
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    Windows 7
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       New #11

    hmm for some strange reason is the "recent locations" icon is gone from my desktop after i just started up my PC...

    so the problem is solved.. dont know how.. but its solved

    thx for your time and help
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  3. Brink
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    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
       New #12

    That's great news. :)
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  4. ldwulff
    Posts : 2
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit
       New #13

    Removing 'Recent Places' icon from desktop


    I sat down at my computer this morning, and "all of a sudden" had an icon on the desktop for 'Recent Places'. I could not delete it, move it to the Recycle Bin, etc (as previously described in this thread). I tried all of the above mentioned methods to no avail. I finally right-clicked and 'Send To' desktop as shortcut. I then deleted the shortcut and viola! The icon was gone. Hope this helps anyone out there having this same issue
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