You want to create a shortcut to a file or a folder from inside the Windows Explorer, but since the desktop is hidden or covered by other applications, then you might think that you cannot use the drag and drop method.
It's not true. Just right drag a folder icon from your Explorer to your Taskbar. Be sure that you hover it over an area on your Taskbar that is not occupied by a button, or over system tray if you like. Wait for a second, and all the applications windows on your Desktop will be closed. Continue drag the icon over the clear Desktop and drop it there. Click Create Shortcut(s) Here.
You can also use this method to move or copy a file or folder to the Desktop. If you decide not to drop the item on the Desktop, just click the other mouse button while dragging. This cancels the command.
Bonus:
Right drag any object in your current active application, some text in Microsoft Word document for example, point the mouse over an empty area in your taskbar or system tray, wait a second until you get the clear Desktop, and release the mouse. This is faster than using the Show Desktop icon to get back to your desktop.
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