Add Desktop Icon To Taskbar Jun 2026

You want an icon for a specific program (like Chrome, Word, or a game) to sit in the taskbar so you can open it with one click.

While Windows has a "secret" vertical bar at the far right of the taskbar for this, many users prefer a visible icon next to the Start button. How to Add a 'Show Desktop' Icon to Taskbar in Windows 10? add desktop icon to taskbar

If you want a more visible button (Windows 10 only): You want an icon for a specific program