I lost the desktop on my screen, now only two icons

i lost the desktop on my monitor.
now only two icons upper right.
my mac book pro desktop is ok
help please

Try this:
Restart, using the power button if you cannot reach the item in the Apple menu.
When you hear the chime immediately hold these four keys down: command, option, p and r. All four keys together - you may need to use both hands. Keep holding the keys down and let the Mac chime two more times. Release the keys.

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