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Q. How do I open applications from my Desktop?

Answered By: James Anthony Last Updated: Jan 31, 2019 Views: 31

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If you want to launch applications from locations other than your Applications Folder, you will need to create an Alias (or Shortcut). An Alias is a link to the selected application in it's original location.

Follow these steps to create an Alias:

Go to your Applications Folder and select the application you want to access from your Desktop.
Right Click (Command + Click) on the Application icon and select Make Alias.
Move the new Alias onto your Desktop.
You will now be able to open your selected application from your Desktop via the Alias.

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