Basic Question on Folder Opening

[Dan]

I just installed Windows XP Pro but every time I click on
a folder, or even a shortcut to a folder, it
automatically opens the Search tool. If I right-click
and click Explore, that works, but double-clicking does
not. How can I fix this? Thanks!

 

[Mike P]

-----Original Message-----
I just installed Windows XP Pro but every time I click on
a folder, or even a shortcut to a folder, it
automatically opens the Search tool. If I right-click
and click Explore, that works, but double-clicking does
not. How can I fix this? Thanks!
.
When you have the folder open try looking in

tools>folder options>General, their is a setting for
single or double click to open

 

[Bee]

I just installed Windows XP Pro but every time I click on
a folder, or even a shortcut to a folder, it
automatically opens the Search tool. If I right-click
and click Explore, that works, but double-clicking does
not. How can I fix this? Thanks!

From a past post from MVP Kelly Theriot:

"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."