How to Create a Desktop Shortcut in Windows Eight Leave a reply Creating desktop shortcuts in Windows is not as simple as it was in Windows 7 but here are the steps to create one. Step One: Go to the Start Menu and Right-Click on the program you want to create a desktop shortcut for. Continue reading → Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Like this:Like Loading...