it would make sense to store documents in the Documents folder
Pictures in the Pictures folder
Music in the Music folder
Etc.
The desktop is not really a good place to store things, primarily for the clutter factor, because of the way the OS X deals with the icons on the desktop.
A cluttered desktop will, however imperceptibly, slow down the system.
I put stuff on the desktop, temporarily and for ease, and then when I have done with them I put them into their respective folders.
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In my iMac, I've been using desktop to store items--some folders, articles, photos, etc. I haven't really used the documents selection. But I see I have several items there. Is Documents a better way to store and categorize things? Would leave my desktop uncluttered.

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