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How do I remove the 'Recent Places' icon from my Windows 7 desktop?

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Mar 15, 202628966 views
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How do I remove the 'Recent Places' icon from my Windows 7 desktop? I did something in Windows File Explorer and now it's just there. I can't delete it by right clicking on it or drag it to the recycling bin! Anyone encounter this one yet?

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To solve the problem Open "Computer" and drag "Recent Places" to your Favorites in the sidebar Afterwards MAKE SURE YOU refresh your desktop by clicking on an empty space of your desktop and pressing the F5 key or right clicking the Desktop and sele…

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