FAQs: Creating a desktop shortcut for Yellow Dog

Question: 

 How do I create a Desktop Shortcut for Yellow Dog?

 Answer: 

If your Yellow Dog desktop shortcut was deleted, you can recreate it by following these steps.

1. Open the Start menu.

2. In the search bar, type YDInv.exe.

3. In the search results, right-click YDInv.exe, then select Open file location.

4. In the folder that opens, right-click YDInv.exe.

5. Select Create shortcut.

   • A file named YDInv.exe – Shortcut appears in the same folder.

6. Drag the shortcut to your desktop.
   

If you manage multiple Yellow Dog databases, consider renaming your shortcuts for clarity. To rename a shortcut, right-click the YD icon, select Rename, and enter a new name.

The Yellow Dog shortcut is now available on your desktop

 

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