want desktop icons to "open" with double click.

G

Guest

When double clicking the the shortcut icons on my desktop, they start with
the search command. I want the folder to open instaed. How do I change the
order of the menu commands?
 
A

Anando [MS-MVP]

G

Guest

Hi Wesley,

I set the defaults in the registry, but that didn't work. Neither did
Amada's suggestion. I also tried the download, but when I double clicked the
folder, I received a warning saying "Malicious Script Detected - Your
computer is halted and needs to do something about this script". Oh, and I
did try restarting, but that didn't change anything. What next? Thanks,
Carolyn
 
K

Kelly

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.

NOTE: If your anti-virus software warns you of a "malicious" script, this
is normal if you have "Script Safe" or similar technology enabled. These
scripts are not malicious, but they do make changes to the System Registry.

--
In memory of our dear friend, MVP Alex Nichol: http://www.dts-l.org/

All the Best,
Kelly (MS-MVP)

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
 
G

Guest

I tried Wesley's suggestion a few more times, and it finally worked. My pc
is currently possessed, or I could have been doing something wrong, but the
problem is solved. Thank you Wesley, Anando (sorry about calling you
Amanda!) and Kelly. I'm so glad I found this group. Be watching for my
spyware post coming soon. I'll need your help for that one too! Best wishes
to all of you. Carolyn
 
K

Keith Miller

If script blocking is enabled, any script that accesses the registry, even one designed to help you, will generate a "Malicious Script" warning. You should allow it.

Keith
 
W

Wesley Vogel

Carolyn,

Glad you got it worked out.

I was wondering who Amanda was. <LOL>

Keep having fun.

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Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In
 
W

Wesley Vogel

Hi Anando,

My Uncle Bill always said, "Call me anything you want. Just don't call me
late for supper." :)

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Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In
 
W

Wesley Vogel

BTW, Uncle Bill's real name is Cecil. Oh my. ;-)

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Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In
 

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