Hi guys im begginer in coding also in github, I just want to share the script that I did earlier using shell.
This project provides a simple script that makes it easier for beginners on Zorin OS (GNOME desktop) to place application shortcuts directly on the Desktop.
Normally, installed apps in Linux create .desktop launcher files under /usr/share/applications/ or ~/.local/share/applications/, but these don’t automatically show up on the Desktop. Beginners who switch from Windows often expect “right-click → Create Shortcut” to work, but that feature is missing by default.
This script solves that by:
Asking the user for the name of an installed application (e.g., “Brave”, “VS Code”, “NetBeans”).
Searching for the matching .desktop launcher file.
Copying it to the user’s Desktop.
Setting the correct permissions so it becomes a clickable app shortcut.
This allows anyone to quickly add desktop icons for their favorite apps without needing to manually dig into hidden system folders.