If the Desktop icons are not on the Primary monitor (Monitor 1), but instead are moving to the Secondary monitor (Monitor 2) on a Dual-monitor setup, do this.

When you change to an external monitor, Desktop icons may move. Here's what you can lock desktop icons in a Multiple Monitor setup on Windows 11/10.

Windows only: DesktopListView is an really tiny application that activates a list view of small icons on your destop, giving you more room for an intriguing desktop or custom-sized windows. Yes ...

How to Delete Desktop Icons. ... After you press "Enter," Windows Explorer displays the contents of your desktop where you'll be able to easily delete multiple icons if needed.