Windows XP Taskbar - Toolbar - Start Menu
Help and Tips

#26: Remove the "Run" Command from the Start Menu.
Help prevent computer neophytes from running random software by removing the "Run" command from the Windows XP Start menu.
 
#27: Quickly Close an Application from the Taskbar
Close applications hidden by other windows by running a Close command on the Windows XP taskbar.
 
#28: Move the Taskbar
Has your Windows XP Taskbar jumped to the top or side of your screen? This tip shows how to bring it back to the bottom.
 
#29: Add or Remove Frequently Used Software Shortcuts on the Start Menu
Customize your Windows XP Start menu - let it show more (or fewer) frequently-used software shortcuts.
 
#30: Toggle the Taskbar on Top of Other Windows
Is your Windows XP Taskbar getting overshadowed by other windows? Or, conversely, do you want to add more available screen real-estate to your software?
 
#31: Stop Opening Start Menu Submenus Automatically
Prevent submenus in the Windows XP Start menu from popping open unexpectedly whenever you hover your mouse pointer on them.
 
#32: Opening the Control Panel from the Run Command
Need to configure your Windows XP computer but can't access the Control Panel? Try this tip.
 
#33: Show or Hide My Music on the Start Menu
Toggle showing the 'My Music' icon on the Windows XP Start Menu. If you do show the icon, toggle whether or not 'My Music' appears as a Start Menu submenu.
 
#34: Create a Toolbar to Access the Control Panel
Add a Windows XP dockable toolbar providing instant access to Control Panel options.
 
#35: Windows Taskbar Disappears Sometimes When Programs Are Maximized
Two tips to follow if Windows XP's Taskbar disappears whenever software is maximized to full-screen.
 
#36: Programs Don't Show Up On Taskbar
Do software packages not show up on your Windows XP taskbar when minimized? Here is a link to a possible fix.
 
#37: Show or Hide Administrative Tools on the Start Menu
Toggle showing the Administrative Tools on the Windows XP Start Menu. If you do show the tools, toggle whether or not they appear as a Start Menu submenu.
 
#38: Changing Which Inactive Icons to Hide or Display
Force Windows XP to always show or hide icons in the Taskbar notification area that it deems are inactive.
 
#39: Display the Start Menu as One Long Menu or Multiple Columns
Do you want all of your Programs listed simultaneously on the Windows XP Start Menu, or do you find such a display overwhelming?
 
#40: Removing the OEM Link from the Start Menu
Remove the seemingly-locked Windows XP Start Menu icon to your computer manufacturer.
 
#41: Move an Off-Screen Window or Application
Use these quick tips to try displaying a hidden or off-screen Windows XP application or window.
 
#42: Display or Hide a Link to My Computer, or Display a Submenu
Configure how a link to My Computer will appear on the Windows XP Start Menu.
 

See Also:

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

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

Windows XP and the Display - Desktop @
Windows XP tips for modifying the display and desktop properties, including changing wallpaper, icons, and font size.

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