Creating shortcuts in Windows 11 makes your daily tasks easier and faster. Whether you want to open an app quickly, launch a website instantly, or pin your favorite tools to the taskbar — Windows allows you to customize everything with ease.

In this guide, you will learn:

✔ How to create a shortcut on Windows 11 for a website
✔ How to create a shortcut on Windows 11 for an app
✔ How to pin shortcuts to the Windows 11 taskbar
✔ How to create a keyboard shortcut on Windows 11

Along with screenshots explanation, helpful FAQs, and official methods.

1. How to Create a Shortcut on Windows 11 for an App

Follow these simple steps:

1. Right-click anywhere on the desktop.
2. Click New → Shortcut.
3. Click Browse and select the app from Program Files.
4. Give the shortcut a name.
5. Click Finish.

Your app shortcut will now appear on the desktop.

2. How to Create a Shortcut on Windows 11 for a Website

This method is perfect if you want to open websites quickly like Google, YouTube, Gmail, etc.

Method A: Using Browser Address Bar (Chrome / Edge)

1. Open any browser.
2. Go to the website.
3. Click the lock icon in the URL bar.
4. Drag and drop it to your desktop.

Method B: Manual Shortcut Method

1. Right-click on desktop → New → Shortcut
2. Enter website link, e.g., https://www.google.com
3. Click Next, give a name → Finish.

This completes how to create a shortcut on Windows 11 for a website using the official desktop shortcut feature.

3. How to Create a Shortcut on Windows 11 Taskbar

1. Create a desktop shortcut first (app or website).
2. Right-click on the shortcut.
3. Select Show more options → Pin to taskbar.

Now you have successfully placed it on your taskbar.

4. How to Create a Keyboard Shortcut on Windows 11

Windows lets you set custom hotkeys to launch apps instantly.

1. Right-click the shortcut you created.
2. Select Properties.
3. Click the Shortcut tab.
4. In Shortcut key, press a key combo (e.g., Ctrl + Alt + G).
5. Click Apply → OK.

Now your app will open using the keyboard shortcut.

Internal Links (Added as requested)

• Learn how to remove lock screen PIN in Windows 11:
  https://multicaretechnical.com/how-to-remove-pin-from-windows-11-lock-screen-complete-guide
• Change Administrator in Windows 11/10:
  https://multicaretechnical.com/how-to-change-administrator-on-windows-1110
• Clear cache in Windows 11 using CMD / Shortcut / Chrome cache:
  https://multicaretechnical.com/how-to-clear-computer-cache-in-windows-11-cmd-run-shortcut-chrome-ram-cache-discord

Conclusion

Creating shortcuts in Windows 11 is simple, fast, and highly customizable. Whether you want to open apps quickly, launch websites, pin items to the taskbar, or set custom hotkeys — Windows 11 gives you full control. Use these steps to make your workflow faster and more efficient.

FAQ

1. Why can’t I create a shortcut on Windows 11?

Some apps from Microsoft Store do not allow direct shortcut creation. Use the start menu → drag method.

2. Can I create a shortcut for system tools?

Yes. You can create shortcuts for Control Panel, Device Manager, CMD, etc.

3. How do I remove a shortcut?

Right-click the shortcut → Delete. It only deletes the shortcut, not the program.

4. How do I pin a website to the taskbar directly?

In Edge → Menu → More tools → Pin to taskbar.

5. Can I create keyboard shortcuts for websites?

Yes. Create a website shortcut first → then assign a hotkey through Properties.