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How to add an Icon on the right hand pane of XP start menu

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  • Started 7 months ago by jorgemartins
  • Latest reply from raphoenix
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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Hi all,

Does anyone can help me to add an icon on the right hand pane of Windows XP Start Menu?

Thanks,

Jorge

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raphoenix
raphoenix
Posts: 5223

jorgemartins,
I'm running in Classic Mode.
What will be the purpose of the icon (What do you want it to do when clicked on) ????
Regards,
Rick P.

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Hi Rick,
I don't now how, I removed the "HP Infocenter Icon".
I am just curious how can I put it back on place!
Regards,
Jorge

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raphoenix
raphoenix
Posts: 5223

jorgemartins,
Under Programs, do have a HP Folder with a bunch of HP shortcuts / programs in it ??
The HP Folder may be under the Program Files branch also.
I don't have a Laptop so I'm just (guesing).
As I said, I'm running in XP Pure Classic Mode so it is extremely easy for me to see the whole XP operating system layout but not running an OEM HP machine.
One of our other members may be running a HP Laptop and will jump-in so keep watching your topic.
Best Regards,
Rick P.

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Hi Rick,
No, it's not a folder. Just a program shortcut: "HP Infocenter".
Please see the image.
Best regards,
Jorge

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LH
LH
Posts: 7482

Jorge. I hope this is the image you wanted to show, because you entered the wrong code.

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Sorry,
Its's the firts time that I attach a file! Yes, this is the image.
Thank you very much.

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raphoenix
raphoenix
Posts: 5223

jorgemartins,
You can add the entry back HOWEVER it is going to take a bit of Registry work from what I can tell because your computer Manufacturer added it.
Here is an article that might explain the proceedure better than I can.
The HP Infocenter Program or Link has to be on your machine somewhere and what you will be doing is re-creating a shortcut to it in the right hand start menu pane.
http://www.ghacks.net/2009/02/.....tart-menu/
I know you will have questions so post back.
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I give the HTG Moderator Permission for you to ask for my E-mail Address and send me an E-mail if another member can't come up with a better solution than the link solution which I furnished.
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Best Regards,
Rick P.

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jd2066
Justin
Posts: 3792

If the shortcut was already on the Start Menu and you just removed it then all you need to do to get it back is to do this:
1. Right click on the Taskbar.
2. Click Properties.
3. Click The Start Menu tab.
4. Click the first "Customize..." button.
5. Scroll down in the list until you see "Manufacturer Link"* and check it.

* This is from info at http://malektips.com/xp_taskbar_start_0022.html on removing a link

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Thank you very much for your help,
I have to create a new entry, so, when I get the time, I will try Rick article.
Thank you both.
Rick, I believe I wil be back to you, for your help.
Best regards,
Jorge

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raphoenix
raphoenix
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Jorge,
Thanks for your confidence in me but any of us can give you a hand and are glad to do it.
Stay with us and post back anytime - we enjoy having the company. :) :)
Best Regards,
Rick P.

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Thank you very much Rick,
How do I ask the moderator your e-mail to get it going?
I am a rookie and it is dificult to me to follow that guide!
I am afraid of mess all up:)
Best regards,
Jorge

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LH
LH
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Jorge. You have asked. Yours is on it's way to Rick :)

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Thanks LH.

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LH
LH
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No probs. Just let us all know how things go on :)

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jorgemartins
Posts: 9

Hi LH,
Rick posted:
"I give the HTG Moderator Permission for you to ask for my E-mail Address and send me an E-mail if another member can't come up with a better solution than the link solution which I furnished."
Can you please, send me his e-mail to go foeward with this?
Thanks.
Best regards,
Jorge

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LH
LH
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Jorge. It's on its way to you now.

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jorgemartins
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Many thanks LH

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raphoenix
raphoenix
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RECEIVED.
Will Reply. :) :)
Regards,
Rick P.

Posted 7 months ago #
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LH
LH
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Rick. Did you not get his one I sent to you before ?

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