How to create a Shortcut to All Apps in Windows 10

Description: This article will show how to create a folder with shortcuts to every application found in the All Apps list in Windows 10.

  1. Right click on the Desktop. Hover over New to reveal more options then click on Shortcut.
    New Shortcut
  2. In the box under Type the location of the item:, enter Explorer Shell:AppsFolder then click on Next at the bottom.
    Create Shortcut, Type location of the item
  3. Enter a name for the shortcut, then click on Finish.
    Create Shortcut, Name Shortcut
  4. The folder will now appear on the Desktop. Double click on the folder to open it.
    Apps shortcut folder
  5. The folder will contain a way to get to the applications normally listed in the Start Menu.
    List of apps

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