Copy Settings to Other Users

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I want to set up new user accounts on my computer but copy the desktop icons
and quick launch bar so that each new user starts with the same basic setup.
I am using the desktop or laptop as a stand-alone. I appreciate the help.
 
RTT said:
I want to set up new user accounts on my computer but copy the desktop icons
and quick launch bar so that each new user starts with the same basic setup.
I am using the desktop or laptop as a stand-alone. I appreciate the help.
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First you must establish the exact environment you want,
preferably while using a non-admin account: Desktop colours,
location of shortcuts, EMail settings etc. etc. You then do this:
1. Reboot the PC.
2. Log on as an admin.
3. Control Panel / System / Advanced / User Profiles
4. Click the standard user's profile, then copy, then select
this destination: c:\documents and settings\default user.

Every user who logs on for the very first time will now
inherit the standard profile. Pre-existing users won't be
affected.
 
Thanks so much. That was very helpful.

Pegasus (MVP) said:
First you must establish the exact environment you want,
preferably while using a non-admin account: Desktop colours,
location of shortcuts, EMail settings etc. etc. You then do this:
1. Reboot the PC.
2. Log on as an admin.
3. Control Panel / System / Advanced / User Profiles
4. Click the standard user's profile, then copy, then select
this destination: c:\documents and settings\default user.

Every user who logs on for the very first time will now
inherit the standard profile. Pre-existing users won't be
affected.
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