Computers 101

Q:
Some folders are shown with big icons, some are shown as a list, and some are listed with file information—is there a way to make them all show the same way?

A:
So, you want to make your folders view the same for all folder, well, here's what you do:

1. Open the My Computer icon on your desktop (or from your Start menu if you are using Windows XP).

2. Using the View menu, set the folder to the way you want all your folders to be. For example, if you're like me, you want to see all file info. So, I selected the View menu, Details.

Next, set your icon arrangement. Using the View menu, click the Arrange Icons item and select your favorite sort order. I personally prefer "By Type."

3. OK, now make all your little folders act the same way. Click the View menu (or Tools menu, depending on your version of Windows) and select Folder Options. Click the View tab and click the "Like Current Folder" or "Apply to all folders" button. It will ask you for confirmation, click Yes. Finally, press the OK button and you're all set.

To give it a test run, open any folder on your C: drive, it should look exactly the way you want it to.

~ Steve

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Tip of the Day

Filmstrip View in XP

When Windows ME came on the scene it featured a cool folder view called "Thumbnail View" that displays all images as little thumbnails to make them easier to manage. Win XP expanded this feature, allowing us to add a picture to a file folder icon in thumbnail view (see archive for 7/31/03). In addition, XP has another view mode for pictures called "Filmstrip View".

In the My Pictures folder, and its subfolders, you can see a "filmstrip" of images that scroll from left to right at the bottom of the window. In the upper part of the window is a preview pane where the image can be rotated clockwise or counter-clockwise.

The thumbnails in the filmstrip work just like they do in thumbnail view. This saves having to open an image file in Picture viewer or some other imaging software to see a larger version of it. In addition, you can drag the corner of the window to make it bigger (or click the "Maximize" button)—the larger you make this window, the bigger the picture in the preview pane.

Yet another little treat from Uncle Bill.

~ David

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Amanda's Cool Site of the Day

US Lighthouses

Lighthouses are both a beacon for ships coming home and the passion of many Americans. With this site you can definitely indulge in America’s history. View lighthouses from all 50 states, by state or by alphabetical listing.

You can even find lighthouses near you that to visit. With a quick check of this site you can plan a fun fall trip. Check the "Lighthouse Event" section for events at lighthouses near you.

With photos and descriptions you will learn what you need to know about lighthouses in the United States. Enjoy!

http://www.us-lighthouses.org/

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