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07.26.07
Adding A Folder To My Windows XP Start
Menu?
 By Dave Taylor
Windows XP: I'd like to put a file folder in the start menu and then a number of utility program short cuts in it. I know how to add programs in the start menu but this I can't seem to figure out.
This is a bit tricker than it looks, but I can show you a way that you can accomplish this that's not too terribly difficult. First off, create a new folder on your Windows desktop by right-clicking on the desktop and choosing New --> Folder.
I named mine "faves" but you can choose another name, of course.
Now go to your Start menu and for each application you want to have show up in your faves folder, simply drag the program's name directly from the Start menu "All Programs; menu to the Desktop. This will create a set of shortcuts for the applications you like the most.
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Now, drop 'em all into your "faves" folder. Here's what mine looks like:
At this point you can just drag it directly onto your Start menu by dragging the folder icon onto the word "Start" on the lower left and waiting until the menu pops up:
Continue reading this article.
About the Author:
Dave Taylor has been involved with the Internet since 1980 and is
internationally known as an expert on both business and
technology issues.
Holder of an MSEd and MBA, author of twenty books and founder of four
startups, he also runs a strategic marketing company and consults with firms
seeking the best approach to working with weblogs and social networks. Dave
is an award-winning speaker and frequent guest on radio and podcast
programs.
AskDaveTaylor.com
http://www.intuitive.com/blog/
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