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If you have recently started using Windows 7, you’ll notice that the path in the address bar no longer displays in the traditional way (e.g., C:UsersLoriDocuments). It now displays as shown in the following image. To view the classic full path, simply click in empty part of the address bar. The classic full path displays highlighted. You can easily copy the path by right-clicking any part of the address and selecting Copy address or Copy address as text from the popup menu. The Copy address option. 

If you just can’t get used to the new Libraries feature in Windows 7, you can easily disable it with a registry hack—though we’d recommend learning about the benefits instead of disabling it. In case you aren’t sure what we’re talking about, this article covers how to remove the Libraries link from the navigation panel, and completely disable the shell extension so you can’t access them either. Disabling Libraries in Windows 7 If you’re certain you want to disable them, here’s how. 

When you open Windows Explorer from the Taskbar in Windows 7, it defaults to the Libraries view. Today we take a look at changing the target path to allow you to customize which location opens by default. When you click on the Windows Explorer icon on the Windows 7 Taskbar, it’s set to open to the Libraries view by default. You might not use the Libraries feature, or want to set it to a different location that is more commonly used. Set Windows Explorer Startup Location To change the default startup. 

By default in Windows 7, the menu bar in Windows Explorer is hidden, as most of the functionality available on the menu bar is available on other controls. However, the menu bar is still available if that’s what you prefer to use. You can show the menu bar in Explorer on a temporary basis or permanently. To show it temporarily, press the Alt key. After you make a selection from one of the menus, the menu bar disappears. To show the menu bar permanently so it doesn’t disappear after selecting. 

By default, the letters for drives in Windows Explorer are shown. For example, your main Windows 7 hard drive is most likely C:, your DVD drive may be D: and other drives and partitions and removable media, such as USB flash drives, have their own drive letters. If you can tell which drive is which by each drive’s volume name and/or media type, and you don’t want to see the drive letters in Explorer, you can hide them. Click the Start button, enter “folder options” in the Search box, and. 

If you’ve got drives in My Computer that you never access, such as a USB Flash drive that you are using solely for ReadyBoost, a floppy drive, or a network drive only used for a particular piece of software, then you might want to simply hide the drive from your computer. This tip will only hide the drive from being displayed, applications and the command prompt will still have access to it, and you can still manually browse to the folder if you type in the path. Now what’s that floppy drive. 

Would you like an easier way to select multiple files in Windows Explorer without having to hold down the “Ctrl” or “Shift” key? Today we take a look at enabling the check boxes feature which might be easier for some users to select multiple items. I’m sure you’re familiar with selecting multiple files in Explorer by holding down the “Shift” or “Ctrl” key while selecting them with your mouse. Holding down the “Ctrl” key allows you to select multiple single items. Holding down. 

The new search feature in Windows 7 has been enhanced greatly in this version of Windows, and by default it saves recent searches. If you’re annoyed by this and want to turn it off, we will show you how using Group Policy Editor. Note: This method uses Group Policy Editor which is not available in Home versions of Windows 7 Notice that when you go to the search box and start entering in something, the last three searches you’ve done appear. It can get old looking at mistyped words or seeing a. 

Are you tired of shuffling between windows when browsing or copying files between different folders? Here’s how you can make Explorer more usable with integrated tab navigation. Explorer in Windows 7 and Vista is much more usable than previous versions, especially with features such as the integrated search box and the breadcrumbs in the address bar. Unfortunately, though, it can still be difficult to shuffle around between multiple windows and folders. When it’s finished installing, you can. 

Gnumeric is a full-featured spreadsheet program that is compatible with a wide array of formats. Features The Gnumeric spreadsheet is part of the GNOME desktop environment: a project to create a free, user friendly desktop environment. Free – Gnumeric and its source code are available free of charge, licensed under the terms of the GNU General Public License. This makes it easy to audit, and make custom extensions. Fast – Gnumeric handles large spreadsheets while remaining responsive. Accurate.