Unused shortcuts vista

Various sources list faulty operation of its autorun feature as the reason it was removed. Whatever the reason they removed it, it is not because it wasn't a good idea. Having a single folder for unused icons keeps them from cluttering the desktop, yet keeps them in a readily available location should you need to run one of these shortcuts.

With Desktop Cleanup Wizard we bring back this cleaning ability though we have decided to steer clear of any auto running , but with superior interface and action. The same Unused Desktop Shortcuts folder will be used, or one will be created if you don't have one. If the shortcut is needed again in the future, you can create the shortcut icon again and place it on the desktop. See: How to create a Windows shortcut. To remove the icons for Windows utilities, such as My Computer , Recycle Bin , or Control Panel , locate your version of Windows below and follow the steps.

Tip Deleting a shortcut does not uninstall a program. General program icons and shortcuts. Update: Unfortunately, this tool is currently broken. Luckily, you can still do this yourself with just a little know-how: check out our beginner's guide to AutoHotkey and you'll have remapped keys up and running in no time. A lot of those keys may have useful functions built in to Windows , but if you already know the shortcuts and don't use them, let's be honest—you never will.

So let's do something better with them. The nuts and bolts of this post rely on the previously mentioned, time-saving AutoHotkey AHK scripting language. You may have heard of it before, but since many of you don't have the time to learn a scripting language don't worry, we understand , we've put together simple tool will let you use AHK to remap your unused keys in no time.

Here's how.