NoteHKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders
| Data type | Range | Default value |
|---|---|---|
| REG_EXPAND_SZ | Path | %USERPROFILE%\Desktop |
Stores the path to the folder containing the shortcuts and Internet addresses that appear on the user's desktop.
You can enter any valid UNC name or mapped drive in the value of this entry.
Note
The %USERPROFILE% variable represents the path to the user's profile folder. The default is Systemroot\Documents and Settings\<username>.
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Common Desktop in HKLM\User Shell Folders