How do I reset the layout of the desktop icons on my mac?

All of the icons on the desktop of my mac are messed up from being constantly moved around.
Consequently it now looks horrible. Is there any way I can reset them to how they were in the first place?
I would really appriciate any advice.
Thank You

I was able to find a useful article using Google, please refer to:
http://www.itg.ias.edu/content/arranging-icons-mac-desktop
Good luck.

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