Every time I go to open a file folder or program, I am automatically redirected to the search companion. If I want a folder or program to open I must right-click on the object and then scroll down to open....search is the first option on this menu.

http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
See Line #18 - Search opens when double clicking a folder

or open regedit and navigate to:
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\shell
The data value should be “ none “.
and/or
Go to Start/Run and type in: regsvr32 /i shell32

www.dougknox.com
Win XP Fixes, Search/Command Prompt Opens When Double Clicking a Folder.
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/scripts_d...older_open.htm

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];321186
Search Companion Starts If You Double-Click a Folder



Note you can save the registry key first by:
On the File menu, click Export.
In the File name box, type SaveKey, and then click Save.
Or create a system restore point prior to editing.
Note: If the registry key is not there, you can simply create one by going edit
> new.



http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;322756
HOW TO: Back Up, Edit, and Restore the Registry in Windows XP
Disclaimer: Modifying the registry can cause serious problems that may require
you to reinstall your operating system. Use the information provided at your own
risk.

"Allen223" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> Every time I go to open a file folder or program, I am automatically
redirected to the search companion. If I want a folder or program to open I
must right-click on the object and then scroll down to open....search is the
first option on this menu.