How to remove shortcuts from the desktop

Sometimes user is not satisfied with the number of shortcuts on the desktop, especially if the computer is not used as a permanent working station. You can delete any of them, though some will require additional effort.

Instruction

1. Almost all of the shortcuts (except the "Basket") you can delete from the desktop the easiest way: right-clicking on the shortcut and selecting "remove". Likewise, you can do this with any file on the desktop.
2. The "basket" so to remove does not work, it just will not delete from the context menu. To remove it you will need to make a few simple steps.
3. Click "start" then "Run". In the line that appears enter "gpedit.msc" (without the quotes). This opens the local group policy editor.
4. In the left part of the window under "user Configuration" select "Administrative templates" and then "desktop".
5. In the right window pane find "Remove recycle bin icon from the desktop, double-click on it and select "enable".