I wish I could rename desktop items. Your wish is granted! The Windows desktop includes several standard desktop items. They represent various software and hardware features. Recycle Bin and My Computer are examples of desktop items.   You may wish to change the name of one or more of the desktop items. For example, you might want to personalize the My Computer desktop item by replacing the word My with your name. Rename Inbox. Rename Network Neighborhood. Rename My Computer. Rename Recycle Bin.