How to Add Items to the Quick Launch Toolbar in Windows XP
Windows XP includes the Quick Launch bar as part of the Taskbar. The Quick Launch toolbar provides a quick way for you to leave all of your favorite applications in one area for easy access. The bar also accommodates other items, such as folders. Placing a folder in the Quick Launch bar lets you quickly open Windows Explorer with the specified folder.
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Instructions
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Open up Windows Explorer by clicking on the "My Computer" icon in the "Start" menu. If you want to add a folder to the Quick Launch bar, navigate to the folder.
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Double-click the C: local drive to open it. Double-click the "Programs" folder.
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Double-click the folder containing the program you want to add. Click and drag the program to the Quick Launch bar. To add a folder, click and drag the folder instead.
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Tips & Warnings
You can add as many items as you wish.
Do not overcrowd the toolbar. The icons don't include labels so it'll be difficult to figure out which icon belongs to which program if they look unfamiliar.
