Along with the other main icons, the icon for Internet Explorer isn't automatically placed on the Vista desktop. In addition, the Internet Explorer icon can't even be enabled via the desktop icon settings, such as discussed in the previous section when adding the main icons. This can be rather bothersome when you're accustomed to clicking on the icon to surf the web. Nevertheless, there are ways to get the icon on your desktop.
Here's the simplest way to add the Internet Explorer icon to the desktop:
1. Open the Start menu.
2. Click and drag the Internet Explorer icon to the desktop
3. To get rid of the shortcut text, right-click on the icon, select Rename, and delete the word "Shortcut."
In creating a simple shortcut means you'll have the ugly arrow on the Internet Explorer icon, unlike the other main icons, such as Computer, Network, and Recycle Bin.
Be very careful when editing the Windows Registry. Mistakes can cause major problems. By major, I mean everything from a program failing to start to your computer being made unusable. One false move in the Registry can spell disaster, so be careful!
It's also a good idea to make a backup copy prior to making any changes to the Registry. Here's how:
1. Open the Registry Editor by following steps 1 and 2.
2. In the Registry Editor, click File on the menu and select Export.
3. On the bottom of the dialog box, select the All option for the Export Range.
4. Browse, find, and select a location to save the registry. It's best to save it to a removable shortage device like a flash drive, floppy disc, or CD.
5. Enter your desired file name, such as Registry_Backup_DATE.
6. Click Save and wait until it's done which may take a few minutes.
Here's the simplest way to add the Internet Explorer icon to the desktop:
1. Open the Start menu.
2. Click and drag the Internet Explorer icon to the desktop
3. To get rid of the shortcut text, right-click on the icon, select Rename, and delete the word "Shortcut."
In creating a simple shortcut means you'll have the ugly arrow on the Internet Explorer icon, unlike the other main icons, such as Computer, Network, and Recycle Bin.
Be very careful when editing the Windows Registry. Mistakes can cause major problems. By major, I mean everything from a program failing to start to your computer being made unusable. One false move in the Registry can spell disaster, so be careful!
It's also a good idea to make a backup copy prior to making any changes to the Registry. Here's how:
1. Open the Registry Editor by following steps 1 and 2.
2. In the Registry Editor, click File on the menu and select Export.
3. On the bottom of the dialog box, select the All option for the Export Range.
4. Browse, find, and select a location to save the registry. It's best to save it to a removable shortage device like a flash drive, floppy disc, or CD.
5. Enter your desired file name, such as Registry_Backup_DATE.
6. Click Save and wait until it's done which may take a few minutes.
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