How do I create a desktop shortcut in windows XP ?

To create a shortcut to an item located on the Start menu:

1.Click Start. The Start menu will appear.
2.Locate the item to which you want to create a shortcut. If the item is located on a submenu, go to the submenu.
3.Click and drag the item to your desktop.
To create a shortcut to items visible in Windows Explorer:
1.Open Windows Explorer.
2.Minimize the Windows Explorer window.
3.Locate in Windows Explorer the item to which you want to create a shortcut.
4.Hold down the right mouse button and drag the item onto the desktop.
5.Release the right mouse button. A context menu will appear.
6.Click Create Shortcuts Here.