Remove the 'Recent Places' icon from desktop :: Windows 7

Problem Statement:

• The Recent Places icon belongs in Favorites but can sometimes accidentally be moved out to desktop, creating an odd and frustrating link.

• you can't delete it by right clicking on it or drag it to the recycling bin! 

• To solve the problem , Follow the below steps

Solution:

1.  Open "Computer" and drag "Recent places" to your Favorites in the sidebar

2.  And then don't forget to refresh your desktop

                                  !********************* It Works J ***************************!