Open Windows Explorer to a different default directory

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When you open Windows Explorer, by choosing the Window key and “E” simultaneously or by choosing Start, All Programs, Accessories, Windows Explorer, or by right clicking on the Start menu, you can change the directory that appears by default.

How To

Go to Start, All Programs, Accessories, and then right-click on Windows Explorer, followed by Properties.

Modify your “Target” directory.  To go to your C: drive, type simply C:\ in the Target box and choose OK.

You can also enter a shortcut key on this screen, telling Windows the character or combination of characters you want to type to automatically open Windows Explorer. You can even change the icon or specify that you always want Explorer to open up in full-screen mode.

Originally written by: Hengis

Tags: default directory, explorer, windows