Profile Question

[Joe Williams]

How can I set a workstation up so that the following is set no matter who
logs on:

Windows Theme = Classic View
Windows Start Menu = Classic View
Control Panel - Classic View
Display Properties - Fade Effects OFF
Windows Explorer - View DETAILS for all files and folders

I set this up and have tried to play with the Group Policy but I do not see
these types of option. so everyime a new user logs in they are presented
with all of the XP fluff.

Can it be done?

Thanks

Joe

 

[Wesley Vogel]

If XP Pro you can use Group Edit...
Start | Run | Type: gpedit.msc | OK |

Navigate to >>>

User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Start Menu and Taskbar\
Force Classic Start Menu

User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Control Panel\
Force Classic Control Panel Style

User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Control Panel\Desktop Themes\
Load a specific visual style file or force Windows Classic

Look around a little.

Double click each item and click the have a look at the Explain tab

 

[Guest]

I have a workaround if you're intersted. I have been searching for an answer
for this for months too. Maybe they've fixed it in win2003 SP1. FOr now I
have an AutoIT script compiled to an EXE that turns off all effects via
keystroke automation. (i.e. runs sysdm.cpl & clicks through the settings
unattended). You can download it at
http://www.target-capital.com/xyzzy/Xeffects.exe
The uncompiled script is at http://www.target-capital.com/xyzzy/Xeffects.aut

JB

 

[Kelly]

Hi Joe,

Combine the registry edits into one from your list:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

How to Copy or Remove a User Profile
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/win_xp_logon.htm#usercopy

HOW TO: Create a Custom Default User Profile:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;EN-US;Q305709
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Troubleshooting Windows XP
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