Friday, April 17, 2009

Computer Tips & Tricks

Display hibernate option in XPs Turn off computer box

When shutting down or turning off the computer you'll get three options: Standby, Turn Off, and Restart. For users who wish to hibernate their computer you can easily display this option by holding down the Shift key on the keyboard.



Quickly get to the Windows Desktop

Quickly get to the Microsoft Windows Desktop by pressing the Windows key and D at the same time on the keyboard.



Delete files without getting a prompt

Delete files without confirmation message box "Are you sure you want to delete". Right-clicking on Recycle Bin icon, click on Properties and select Global tab from Properties options, uncheck "Display delete confirmation dialog".



Quickly open system properties window

Quickly open the system properties window by holding down the ALT key and double-clicking My Computer


Alphabetize icons in your start menu

Quickly and easily alphabetize the icons in programs on your start menu by right-clicking within programs on the start menu and clicking on "Sort by Name".

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