Double-clicking folders doesn't open them

I have a problem with Windows XP file management. When I double-click on a folder in My Computer, it automatically goes to "Search..." rather than "Open." (This is very annoying!) I noticed that the File menu lists "Search" first rather than "Open" or "Explore" but I don't know how to change it.

Many thanks,
Joyce

 

http://www.dougknox.com/xp/scripts_desc/xp_folder_open.htm

The vb file at that link will fix you right up.


FYI, This malady is most often caused by opening Explorer or My Computer and clicking on the Tools > Folder Options > File Types > selecting "Folder" and then clicking OK instead of Cancel. Even though you have only looked and made no changes, changes will nevertheless be made IF you have selected Folder or File Folder and IF you then click OK. To avoid this, always click "Cancel" when you don't intend to change things.

 

Many, many thanks for your quick and useful response. Solved the problem right away.

Joyce