double clicking on an object launches "Search" instead of "open" how do i reset

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Humphrey O'Leary

Hello there
this is my problem "double clicking on an
object "drive" "folder" e.c. launches "Search" instead
of "open" how do i reset it back to its default of open, i
have no clue how to do this or how it happened in the
first place, any help would be greatly appreciated
 
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Kelly

Hi,

Go to Start/Run and type in: regsvr32 /i shell32

If that doesn't correct the issue (and it should) use this automated edit:

Search or CMD Opens When Double Clicking a Folder or Drive (Line 18)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

To use the VBS File: Download .vbs file and save it to your hard drive (you
may want to right click and use Save Target As). Double-click the vbs file.
You will be prompted when the script is done.
 
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Humphrey O'Leary

Hi Kelly
that worked perfectly, i was pulling my hair out trying to
fix that, much appreciated & thank you very much for your
help & quick response.
 
K

Kelly

Most welcome! Thanks for the feedback, it is greatly appreciated.






Hi Kelly
that worked perfectly, i was pulling my hair out trying to
fix that, much appreciated & thank you very much for your
help & quick response.
 

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