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What is a desktop shortcut?

A desktop shortcut, usually represented by an icon, is a small file that points to a program, folder, document, or Internet location. Clicking on a shortcut icon takes you directly to the object to which the shortcut points. Shortcut icons contain a small arrow in their lower left corner. Shortcuts are merely pointers�deleting a shortcut will not delete the item to which the shortcut points.

How do I create a desktop shortcut?

To create a shortcut to an item located on the Start menu:

1. Click on Start. The Start menu will appear.
2. Locate the item to which you want to create a shortcut. If the item is located on a submenu, go to the submenu.
3. Right-click and drag the item to your desktop.

1. Open Windows Explorer.
2. Minimize the Windows Explorer window.
3. Locate in Windows Explorer the item to which you want to create a shortcut.
4. Hold down the right mouse button and drag the item onto the desktop.
5. Release the right mouse button. A context menu will appear.
6. Click on Create Shortcut(s) Here.

How do I turn a Web link into a desktop shortcut?

To turn a Web link into a desktop shortcut, click on the link in your browser window (usually underlined text) and drag it to the desktop. An icon will appear on your desktop. When you click on the icon, your browser will open and you will go directly to the Web page.

How does the desktop shortcut wizard work?

1. Right-click on the desktop. The context menu will appear.
2. Click on New. A submenu will appear.
3. Click on Shortcut. The Create Shortcut menu appears.
4. Type in the location and name of the item to which you want to create a shortcut. Alternatively, browse to find the item.
5. Click on Next. A dialog box will appear.
6. Accept the default name or type in a new name.
7. Click on Finish.

How do I rename a desktop shortcut?

To rename a shortcut:

1. Right-click on the shortcut.
2. Click on Rename.
3. Type the new name.

How do I delete a desktop shortcut?

To delete a shortcut:

1. Click on the shortcut.
2. Press the delete key.

How do I change the icon associated with an object?

To change the icon associated with an object:

1. Right-click on the icon. The context menu will appear.
2. Click on Properties.
3. Click on the Change Icon button.
4. Click on the icon of your choice.
5. Click on OK.

What is wallpaper?

Wallpaper is the background that displays on your desktop. If you have your desktop set to View as a Web Page, your wallpaper can be an image or an HTML file. If your desktop is not set to View as a Web page, wallpaper can only be an image.

How do I set my desktop to view as a Web page?

To set your desktop to view as a Web page.

1. Right-click on your desktop. A menu will appear.
2. Highlight Active Desktop.
3. If View As a Menu has a checkmark next to it, your desktop is already being viewed as a Web page. If View As a Web Page does not have a checkmark next to it, click on View As a Web Page.

How do I change my wallpaper?

To change your wallpaper:

1. Right-click on your desktop.
2. Highlight Active Desktop.
3. Click on Customize My Desktop.
4. Click on the Background tab.
5. Select the wallpaper you want from the list that appears in the Select an HTML Document or Picture box.

   Note: If you would like to display an image you created, you can click on Browse to find the image. If you have your desktop set to view as a Web page, you can display any file with a .bmp, .dib, .rle, gif, or jpeg extension. If not, you can display any image with a .bmp, .dib, or .rle extension.

6. Select how you want your image to appear on the screen. Choose from the following:

What is a font?

A font is a set of characters represented in a single typeface. Each character within a font is created by using the same basic style.

Can you explain font size?

Fonts are measured in points. There are 72 points to an inch. The number of points assigned to a font is based on the distance from the top to the bottom of its longest character.

How do I install a new font?

To install a new font:

1. Click on the Start button.
2. Highlight Settings.
3. Click on Control Panel.
4. Click on Fonts. The Fonts window opens.
5. Click on File, which is located on the menu bar.
6. Click on Install New Font.
7. Specify the drive and folder where the font you want to install is currently located.
8. Select the font you want to install from the fonts listed in the List of Fonts box.
9. Select Copy Fonts to Fonts Folder (this will put a copy of the font you are installing in the Fonts folder).
10. Click on OK.

What is the Character Map?

The Character Map displays the characters available in a selected font. To view the Character Map dialog box:

1. Click on the Start button.
2. Click on Programs.
3. Click on Accessories.
4. Click on System Tools.
5. Click on Character Map.

Select a font from the Font field drop-down menu. The characters of the font are in boxes in the center of the window. Click on a character box to display an enlarged version of the character. The keystroke necessary to produce the character displays in the lower left corner of the screen. Double-click on a character or select the character; then click on the Select button to send the character to the Characters to Copy field. You can send multiple characters to the Characters to Copy field. Click on the Copy button to move the Characters to Copy field contents to the Clipboard.