Solved How do I block Google docs etc.

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Sargan

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New W11 install on new PC
I now have Google docs, Google sheets, shortcuts appear on my desktop.
I drag them to trash, but they reappear on next reboot.

I assume this come from Chrome install ? or Google drive these the only Google itsm that show as installed Apps
I do want Chrome and Google Drive but not the docs/sheets how do I remove these?
 
To remove these shortcuts permanently:

  • Right-click on each shortcut (Google Docs, Google Sheets)
  • Select "Unpin from Start"

  • Open Google Chrome
  • In the address bar, type: chrome://apps
  • Right-click on Google Docs and Google Sheets
  • Select "Remove from Chrome"

  • In Chrome, go to Settings (click the three dots in the top-right corner)
  • Click on "Advanced" on the left sidebar
  • Under "System", turn off "Create shortcuts for my apps on the desktop"

  • Open Google Drive on your computer
  • Click on the settings icon (gear) in the top-right
  • Go to "Preferences"
  • Uncheck any options related to creating shortcuts or integrating with Office

  • Press Win + R to open the Run dialog
  • Type: C:\Users\Public\Desktop and press Enter
  • Delete any Google Docs or Google Sheets shortcuts you find here

  • Press Win + R
  • Type: shell:startup and press Enter
  • Remove any Google-related shortcuts from this folder

After performing these steps, restart your computer. The shortcuts should not reappear.
 
Thanks for all teh info ....
1. removed apps

2. there is no advanced in my left hand menu

3. in Google dive I don't get a 'gear icon .. only see this ..... if its not configured properly please advise
Google Drive Screenshot.webp

4. & 5. no short cuts show

Rebooted - seems to have resolved the issue - Thanks
 
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I'll mark solved. I do not use google, this is information I found searching. I assume all is well now that the issue is solved.
 
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