Desktop

usgb/ˈdesktɑːp/
noun

The working area of a computer screen where you can see and open your files.

I have placed the report on my desktop for easy access.
Visual representation of "desktop" - The working area of a computer screen where you can see and open your files

Often appears as...

  • clear your desktop
  • desktop icon

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Visual representation of "desktop"
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Virtual Space

The desktop is a digital space organizing files, not a physical one.

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I organized my project files into folders on my desktop.
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Customizable Area

Users can personalize the desktop with their choice of wallpaper or icons.

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She customized her desktop with a photo of her dog.
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Starting Point

After booting, it's usually the first screen presented to the user.

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Once the computer turned on, the desktop appeared with all my apps.
Visual representation of the word "Desktop"

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