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How do I minimize start programs?

Start Programs Minimized

Windows XP gives you the option of starting a program minimized. There's no great secret to this: no Registry tweaks to potentially cause PC errors or other complicated procedures. All you need to do is hold down the Shift key when you click open the program.

Comments

3/13/2007 4:02:17 AM
Kaz401 said:

Rubbish many programs wont even open using this method

3/16/2007 8:54:32 AM
steve said:

don't work

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