Restore the Downloads icon in the dock

Go to your home folder. Drag the Downloads folder into the Dock. Right click the Downloads shortcut in the dock. Under View content as, choose Fan (if your Dock is at the bottom) or list. Right click the Downloads shortcut again. Under Display content as, choose Folder.

Recycle Bin missing on Desktop

This article applies to Windows Vista but may also apply to newer versions of Windows. Problem The Recycle bin is missing from the Desktop. Solution To restore the Recycle Bin icon: Right click on the Desktop and click Personalize. On the left, click Change desktop icons. If the Recycle Bin checkbox is unchecked, then check… Continue reading Recycle Bin missing on Desktop