While the new taskbar in Windows 7 has t a dramatic improvement in the usability of many functions, there are certain tasks that are not so easy to put to the "superbar" for the user; for example, move files to the Recycle Bin. And although the Recycle Bin icon is still present by default in the desktop Windows 7, many users prefer to keep your desk completely clear and free of icons. So, we … [Read more...]
Disable Windows 7 from always showing content thumbnails inside the folders
Yesterday renowned theme creator Sergio Garcia was asking me how he can disable the thumbnail preview of the folders in Windows 7 Explorer. He wants to use Icons instead. Here is the way you can disable Windows 7 from always showing content thumbnails inside the folders. Also, you can use this setting if thumbnail previews are slowing down your Windows 7 PC. Here is the default view of folders … [Read more...]
Enable checkboxes in Windows 7 for multiple selections
Selecting "only some" folders or files in Windows 7 is a bit complex, since the system usually takes more than one selection when holding down the CTRL key from the keyboard. Luckily there is a way to activate a checkbox (like those used on the web pages form) beside the files or folders in Microsoft Windows 7. This is the way you normally select only some folders and files: To activate … [Read more...]
How to resize desktop icons in Windows 7
Conventional way (yawning) to resize Windows 7 desktop icons: Click the right mouse button on the desktop, choose View and then choose from the options: This are medium size Windows 7 desktop icons: Now, use the smart way to resize desktop icons in Windows 7 using the mouse or scroll in touchpad of laptops: 1. Left Click on any empty area of Windows 7 desktop. 2. Hold the CTRL key. 3. Turning … [Read more...]
Create a shortcut to start the screensavers in Windows 7
Create a shortcut to start those default screensaver is a trick that works on Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista and even Microsoft Windows XP. Instructions: 1. Right-click the desktop and select New Shortcut: 2. To start the screen saver, you must enter the full path to the screensaver file: [crayon-6a0eae4142ad6713839185-i/] You can substitute the name of the screensaver … [Read more...]
Create a shortcut to run a program with elevated privileges without validation of AUC
A program that is performed regularly and that triggers a validation request of the UAC to allow the program to run as administrator in Microsoft Windows 7, can tease, since Windows does not save the edited UAC. We can create a shortcut that will directly open the application with elevated privileges without that one is obliged to validate the request for authorization of the UAC. Note: All … [Read more...]
Right-click: the hidden options menu in Windows 7
As for Microsoft Vista, hidden right-click options menu context are available by Shift + right click in Microsoft Windows 7 too. Note: All screenshots in all tutorials have click to zoom feature. Click after the page load is complete and a border appears around them. On the Windows 7 desktop, right-click: On the Windows 7 desktop, Shift + right click: In Windows 7 Explorer, right-click on any … [Read more...]
Learn to use the Magnifier tool in Windows 7 magnificently
Regular visitors know about our imaginary character alcoholic Thomas. Unfortunately, he is losing his sight very sharply. He recently got a bit interested in Windows 7 too; perhaps after reading tutorials of The Customize Windows. So, he or unfortunate person like him need some nice tutorial to use the Magnifier tool in Windows 7 very effectively. Note: All screenshots have click to enlarge … [Read more...]
All Windows 7 Calculator Keyboard shortcuts
All Windows 7 Calculator Keyboard shortcuts: The calculator in Windows 7 is very powerful. I am providing the full list of all available keyboard shortcuts to Windows 7 calculator. Alt + 1 Switch to standard mode Alt + 2 Switch to scientific mode Alt + 3 Switch to Programmer mode Alt + 4 Switch to statistical mode Ctrl + E Open the date calculation dialog Ctrl + H Enable … [Read more...]
Check online whether a website is safe with Norton safeweb
You came to one unknown website, how can you check whether it is safe or unsafe to browse? There may be monsters outside! Lot of website contains Virus, Malware containing downloads or phishing software installed (Readers are advised to visit respected Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Corrine's Security Garden to learn about security in general). If you enter a website address, the result is … [Read more...]
Creating a user locked folder in Windows 7
Whether it is possible to create a folder that will contain user's personal documents that can only be opened by the user and all other users of the Windows 7 on the same PC can not access it anyway? Yes it is possible. I will show you, how to create a folder with a lock sign on it, that can only be accessed the original user or author, no other user can access it, even it is not in My Documents … [Read more...]