This setting removes icons, shortcuts, and other default and user-defined items from the desktop, including Briefcase, Recycle Bin, Computer ... and click on Desktop icon settings.

If an app icon appears on my desktop—ZAP! Gone ... but more recently I've started to develop a new way of using my computer.

Then, select OK for the Desktop Toy Icon window again. Reboot your computer, and you will see ... How do I change the color of my desktop in Windows 11? To change the color of your desktop ...