folder on desktop

I created a folder icon on my desktop and can't get it to open with the
folders view. So each time I have to: view > explorer bar > folders to
set it. I've got it to work before, but can't remember what I did. Can
anyone help?




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ejaggers

Hi ejaggers,

Add the "explorer.exe /e" parameter in the shortcut properties. See also:

Explorer.exe Command-Line Options for Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=314853

How To Customize the Windows Explorer Views in Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=307856

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Regards,

Ramesh Srinivasan, Microsoft MVP [Windows Shell/User]
Windows® Troubleshooting http://www.winhelponline.com


"ejaggers" <ejaggers.2r3d3m.RemoveThis@pcbanter.net> wrote in message news:ejaggers.2r3d3m@pcbanter.net...

I created a folder icon on my desktop and can't get it to open with the
folders view. So each time I have to: view > explorer bar > folders to
set it. I've got it to work before, but can't remember what I did. Can
anyone help?




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ejaggers