> Thanks, an easy fix if you know how. I looked in that area but didn't notice
> that option.
>
> "Nepatsfan" wrote:
>

>> "cwknute" discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:F258CC62-480C-4A86-80E6-AC25E27C4860@microsoft.com...

>>> When I open the MC window I don't have the views I usually have. I'm
>>> missing
>>> the blue panel on the left hand side. It's shaded blue and it's usually
>>> divided into 3 sections. They were/are titled:
>>> System Tasks
>>> Other Places
>>> Details
>>> each with a double chevron that allows you to condense or open that
>>> section.
>>> (listled above). Can someone please tell me how to get that blue section?
>>> Thanks

>>
>>
>> Open My Computer.
>> Click on Tools on the toolbar at the top of the window and select Folder
>> Options
>> from the menu.
>> Note: You can also launch Folder Options through Control Panel.
>> On the General page of Folder Options make sure "Show common tasks in
>> folders"
>> is selected.
>>
>> Good luck
>>
>> Nepatsfan
>>
>>
>>