Desktop

Desktop is a simple tool that places a Desktop icon and access point on the taskbar. For Windows 10 users, there is already a desktop shortcut on the taskbar, located at the end of the right edge — that little vertical strip. For anyone else using an older OS, this little program might improve the way you manage desktop-related tasks.

Desktop is not a typical application, it does not require installation and has no graphical interface. Its purpose is to only generate a desktop icon that sticks to the taskbar. As for the portability aspect, this is a plus, especially if you are looking to hop the tool on a USB drive and carry it around in order to tailor your experience no matter what machine you're using.

The Alt-Tab combination is the best way to reveal or hide the desktop. If you are not fond of hotkeys, you can simply click the taskbar icon for the same result.

Launching the app will create a shortcut in the system tray as well. In case you close the taskbar shortcut by mistake, you must close the app from the tray and launch it again.

Despite being close to useless for Windows 10 users, some individuals running older operating systems might get something out of it. Being able to instantly switch to desktop view is not a bad feature to take advantage of, especially if you have the habit of working with countless programs or directories opened at the same time

To conclude, Desktop is a great addition to anyone using an OS that lacks the feature of quickly hiding or bringing up the desktop. And for those interested, this can become your day-to-day utility.