Windows Search - how to index desktop shortcuts

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How do I configure Windows Search to index shortcuts on my desktop that are not in the Start menu? C:\users\myusername\Desktop is amongst indexed locations.

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This should work for Windows 10. Click on the Windows key. Type Indexing Options and click enter. Click Advanced. Click File types. Add as a new file type. Click OK. Make sure your desktop is amongst indexed locations.

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