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find trash bin in windows 11

moshe zidell 0 Reputation points
2025-12-22T20:21:59.9666667+00:00

How do I find the trash bin in Windows 11? I don't have a recycle bin icon on my desktop.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage
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    2025-12-22T20:22:08.6833333+00:00

    If you don't have a Recycle Bin icon on your desktop in Windows 11, you can still access it through File Explorer. Here’s how:

    1. Open File Explorer: You can do this by clicking the folder icon on the taskbar or pressing Windows + E on your keyboard.
    2. Navigate to the Recycle Bin: In the left sidebar of File Explorer, you should see the Recycle Bin listed. Click on it to open.

    If you want to add the Recycle Bin icon back to your desktop:

    1. Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize.
    2. In the Personalization settings, click on Themes.
    3. Scroll down and click on Desktop icon settings.
    4. In the Desktop Icon Settings window, check the box next to Recycle Bin and click OK. This will add the Recycle Bin icon back to your desktop.

    If you still cannot find it, ensure that the setting to hide desktop icons is not enabled.

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  2. John DeV 163.6K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-22T21:35:31.07+00:00

    Hi, good day!

    You can create a Recycle Bin via Shortcut using the method below.

    Right click an empty space on the Desktop > New > Shortcut

    Enter the location:

    explorer.exe shell:RecycleBinFolder

    Click Next

    Type the name: Recycle Bin

    Click Finish

    Right click the newly created Recycle Bin shortcut then select Properties

    Click Change Icon

    Copy and paste the path below

    %SystemRoot%\System32\SHELL32.dll

    then press Ok

    Move the slider to the right then select the Recycle Bin icon

    Click Ok

    Click Apply then Ok

    I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed by clicking "Add comment" below.

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