Deleted the default browser shortcut

One of the most annoying things about this phone is that when i'm holding the screen against my hand it will unlock itself and do all manner of things, it usually pocket dials people, this time it actually deleted the shortcut on the main screen for the browser, the only way I can access it now is to open search and search via that, however its quite annoying, is there any way I can get my browser shortcut back?

You can get your browser shortcut back by reloading your OS using BlackBerry Link on your PC.
Plug your phone in to your PC and open Link. Once your phone has connected, click Backup and Restore and do a backup. Once the backup has completed, go back and this time click Restore and restore the backup you just created. This will restore the icon to your homescreen. I also suggest carrying your phone in a holster to avoid pocket dialing and the deletion of icons or set your phone to wake up by using the power button and not by touching the screen. To do this, on your homescreen swipe down from the top and follow Settings>Display then scroll down to Swipe to Wake and set it to OFF. Doing this will disable the touchscreen from waking your phone. I decided after taking about two dozen pics of the inside of my pocket that this was a good thing to activate.
Let us know if that helps you.  
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