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Change where Windows Explorer opens

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by garynorton, 2006/01/30.

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    garynorton

    garynorton Inactive Thread Starter

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    Please, how can I change the starting point when I click on Windows Explorer? For example, currently, when I click on Windows Explorer, the folder, My Documents, opens. I wish that the folder, My Computer is opened. I know it is only a few clicks difference, but I am a lazy sort. Thank you.
     
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    Flatiron2

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    Change the Default Opening Folder in Windows Explorer
    http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/learnmore/tips/bertleff1.mspx

    Click Start, point to Programs, then Accessories, then right–click
    Windows Explorer, and click Properties.

    Under Target field, which reads %SystemRoot%\explorer.exe, add to make
    the line read %SystemRoot%\explorer.exe /n, /e, /select, C:\
     

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    garynorton

    garynorton Inactive Thread Starter

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    Change the Default Opening Folder in Windows Explorer

    Flatiron2:

    Thank you for your prompt and accurate information.

    Gary N
     
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