Windows Explorer (and its alter ego "My Computer") is the basic shell or user interface to the operating system. Its properties and characteristics are something we deal with every time we use the computer. Learning efficient ways of manipulating Explorer can speed up the way we get things done and make life easier.

The various ways that Explorer can be configured and tips for using it are given in the series of pages listed below.

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Introduction to Windows Explorer

The basic features of Windows Explorer are outlined

Details of configuring Windows Explorer

The many functions of the View menu are explained and illustrated. How to arrange your file listings more efficiently and make information easier to find.

Windows Explorer shortcuts

How to create shortcuts that will make Explorer start where you want instead of the default "My Documents"

Customizing access to your preferred folders

How to display your favorite folders in the Places Bar and other ways of making favorite folders easily available

Internet Explorer tips

Internet Explorer and Windows Explorer are very intertwined. Here are some tips more applicable to when you are on the Internet

Internet Explorer 7 tips

The previous link gives tips that apply to both IE6 and IE7. This page gives tips specific to IE7