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Windows XP and Explorer - Modify the Send To Menu

SUMMARY: Add the option to quickly copy files to various locations or open files with selected software with Windows XP.

When you right-click an icon and choose "Send To", you are given several options, including the ability to mail the file as an attachment, copy the file to a floppy disk, send the file to the "My Documents" folder, and others.

You may want to modify this menu. For example, create a Notepad option to easily view text files that don't have a .TXT extension. Perhaps add the ability to send files to a specified folder, such as "C:\information". To modify this menu option:

1. Open the "C:\Documents and Settings" folder from Explorer.

2. Double-click the folder representing your username.

3. Double-click the "Send To" folder. If you do not see this folde,r use the previously mentioned MalekTips tip to view hidden files and folders.

4. Right-click on the folder, select "New" then "Shortcut".

5. A "Create Shortcut" wizard will appear. Select the program name (use the "Browse" button if desired) or the folder to which you would like to send files.

6. Click "Next".

7. Type in a name for this shortcut, which will also be the name of the menu item under "Send To".

8. Click "Finish" to close the dialog box.