Launch Apps Directly on the Desktop in Windows 8 and Windows 8.1

When you need to launch an app in Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 , you often have to search for it, or go to the Modern screen and click the app’s tile. Wouldn't it be great if you can access all the applications on your desktop and launch it directly?

First of all In Windows 8, right click on the Desktop and select  “new -> Shortcut”.

After then Enter  Explorer Shell:AppsFolder in the “Text Box” field and give a name for this shortcut.

Then You should now see a new folder in your Desktop. Open this folder and you will be able to access all the installed application in Windows 8.1 or Windows 8  .

Simply double click on the application to launch it.