Create Windows Desktop Shortcut to Austin Disk Share & Scan Folders

How to Create Windows Desktop Shortcuts

1. Determine the path to your folder.
   1. For example:  \\austin.utexas.edu\disk\ENGR\DOE\ITG
      1. HINT:  You can browse to the desired folder by selecting one of the pre-created Desktop Shortcuts and note the folder path.
         1. DOE Folder
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         2. DOE Individual Staff Folders
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         3. Scanners Folder
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2. Right-click white-space on your Desktop and choose: New>Shortcut
3. Enter the folder path:
   1. For example:  \\austin.utexas.edu\disk\ENGR\DOE\YourUnitName
4. Next
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5. Enter the name for the shortcut & Finish
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6. If you wish to change the shortcut icon for easier recognition:
   1. Right-click on the newly created shortcut and choose, Properties
   2. In the Shortcut tab, select Change icon... button.
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   3. Select the icon you like, then OK > OK
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