Why does XP try to search Folders Instead of Just Opening them

[Frustrated IT Tech]

Can someone help me restore a coworkers computer. She adjusted some setting
that automatically starts the XP explorer bar search instead of opening a
file normally and being able to view its contents.

I can view the contents if I right click and then select Open instead of
Search..but How can I make XP open the folder like normal on a double click?

 

[Nepatsfan]

Can someone help me restore a coworkers computer. She adjusted some setting
that automatically starts the XP explorer bar search instead of opening a
file normally and being able to view its contents.

I can view the contents if I right click and then select Open instead of
Search..but How can I make XP open the folder like normal on a double click?

Take a look at these articles.

Courtesy of Ramesh Srinivasan, MS-MVP
Search Companion Starts If You Double-Click a Folder or Drive
http://windowsxp.mvps.org/searchwindow.htm

Windows launches Search Companion window when opening any folder
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=555439

Search Companion Starts If You Double-Click a Folder
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=321186

Good luck

Nepatsfan