Cleaning up Windows after reformat

[Guest]

I reformatted and reinstalled Windows XP. I restored my files using the
Backup wizard, but now have many shortcuts to programs that are not
installed. What is the easiest way to clean up the clutter for items that no
longer exist?

Thanks.

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Download the free thirty-day trial version of
System Mechanic and run the "Find and Fix
Broken Shortcuts" utility.

System Mechanic
http://www.iolo.com/sm/5/index.cfm

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
Microsoft Newsgroups

Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
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| I reformatted and reinstalled Windows XP. I restored my files using the
| Backup wizard, but now have many shortcuts to programs that are not
| installed. What is the easiest way to clean up the clutter for items that no
| longer exist?
|
| Thanks.

 

[Walter Clayton]

Right click and delete.