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Windows XP and Explorer - Thumbnail View
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Tweak Explorer's Thumbnails view in Windows XP.


 

#1: Toggle Caching Thumbnails And Creating Thumbs.db Files
Toggle whether or not you want Windows XP caching thumbnails for pictures inside Explorer folders, creating thumbs.db files in the process.

#2: Change a Folder's Thumbnail Preview
Change the image displayed for a particular folder when viewing its parent's folder in "Thumbnail" view.

#3: Disable Titles in Thumbnail View
Leave more room for picture thumbnails in Windows XP.

See Also:

@ Windows XP and Explorer

Windows XP tips on file management, folder customizations, Explorer toolbars, and more

@ Windows XP and Explorer - Hidden and System Files

Toggle viewing system, hidden, and other protected files in Windows XP Explorer.

@ Windows XP and Tweak UI

Modify and customize your Windows XP computing experience with Tweak UI.

@ Windows XP Taskbar - Toolbar - Start Menu

Help customizing the Windows XP taskbar, Start Menu, and toolbars to increase your productivity. Modify the Quick Launch area for quicker access to frequently-used applications, remove the clock, access Windows XP's Control Panel, and more.

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