How to Delete Blocked / Restricted Files in Windows Explorer
Sometimes it is just not possible to delete a file. Windows Explorer refuses access to the file with an error message which says, for instance, that other programs are currently using the file. The same happens even after you restart the computer. You can delete blocked or restricted files in Windows explorer easily. Check out […]
How to Search for Files Quickly in Crowded Folders / Directories using Attributes and Metadata in Vista
What is the difference between directories in Windows Explorer and the folders of an actual filing cabinet? They are never full, irrespective of how many files one stuffs in them. There is a big disadvantage though, one cannot see them all with a simple glance. Windows Vista offers the option of stacking files in folders […]
Access Frequently Used System Folders Instantaneously in Windows XP & Vista
As an experienced user, you frequently work in system folders such as ‘System32’, ‘My Network Places’ and ‘Programs’, but find navigating through the Windows Explorer directory structure very annoying. You can open the desired folder directly in Explorer using some shortcuts. In this way you can access the frequently used system folders quickly. To do […]
Manipulating thumbs.db Files and Obtaining more Memory Space
Windows Explorer shows thumbnails for graphic files. In order to view them quickly, Windows saves the previews in the “Thumbs.db” file. These occupy quite a few megabytes of memory, which you can put to a better use. Restrict the amount of space required by the "Thumbs.db” files by modifying the quality and size of the […]
Free Commander : A Windows Explorer on Steroids
A Windows Explorer alternative that packs a punch, FreeCommander is a portable application that can be used from a CD or USB stick (or from your hard disk, of course). Copy the installation directory to the media and use the program on any computer.. just like that! FreeCommander features a dual-panel window which, divides […]
Windows Explorer Hack : Disable and Re-Enable the Menu Bar
Windows Explorer can be used to play many tricks to tease your friends. One of them is making your Menu bar vanish or Disappear and again Re-appear. Menu Bar contains all the options of the file and If it is gone it will definitely lead into confusion for the user. The trick can also used […]