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How to Create a Shutdown Shortcut on Your Desktop

by Gilberto J Perera View Comments Share

View Tutorial I must admit that sometimes I can be rather lazy…lazy to the point that I wont go to the start menu to shut off my computer, I rather have a button on my desktop that is always accesible that allows me to turn of my computer the minute I double-click it. Below you will find instructions on how to create such a shortcut on your desktop. You can also view the one pager by clicking on the pic tutorial icon. As always comments/suggestions are always welcome.


1. Right-click your Dekstop Computer and select New > Shortcut from the drop down menu

2. In the browse box type: SHUTDOWN -s -t 01, click Next

3. Type a desired name for your shortcut, click Finish

4. After completing this step, you should have a new shortcut on your desktop that allows you to shut down your computer by simply clicking on it.

5. When done verify function of the shortcut by double-clicking on it.

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Gilbert is a Microsoft MVP, a full-time blogger, and technology aficionado. When Gilbert is away from his bike and his iPad, he's busy writing technology how-to's from his home-office in Miami, Florida on the latest programs and gadgets he can get his hands on. He's locally known as "the computer guy" and has spent the last 12 years helping family, friends, and GilsMethod.com visitors with their computer questions and problems. He was awarded the 2009 MVP award from Microsoft for his contributions in forums and blogs and is enjoying the new addition to his family.

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