Desktop "Stacker" Icon

Some how the "Document Stacker 'Icon" on the desktop is missing. Any idea where I can look to place it back on the desktop?
Thank You
Dick

Hi Dick,
Open a Finder window and select your Home Folder on the left. Simply drag your Stacks icon to the Dock. Make sure you drag it to the right of the divider line next to the Trash icon. Your Stacks folder will remain in your Home Folder.
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