How to restore the Recycle Bin icon in Windows 7

If you deleted the Recycle Bin icon from your desktop and want to get it back, just follow these simple steps to restore it in Windows 7.

Right click on the desktop, then choose Personalize from the menu.

In the Personalization window, click Change Desktop Icons on the top left hand side.

Tick the Recycle Bin checkbox in the Desktop Icon Settings window, then click Apply. You should now have a Recycle Bin icon on your desktop.

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