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• My up asking me if I want to restore my Active Desktop and when I press Yes thinking it press I Yes. Any help will be appreciated and thank you

  Hello, I have Windows XP Professional on my computer at home and a week ago I noticed a new icon on the screen that says 'New Briefcase (2)' start. I'm not this letter from the computer where I can go and start trying to remove this or that and I would like to know what would happen if I chose to delete it? The other thing that has changed is the color of the background, it used to be the old blue startup screen and now it is white and a box asking if I want to restore my Active desktop. When I pressed yes thinking it would take me back to the old blue screen that nothing happens, so I end up going to the Panel and the opening of the office and when my old screen appears, I grow well and he is back to normal, until the next time that I start. What would cause that new icon to just pop as he did and why the white of the screen with this question? I did something that would cause these changes. Any help would be appreciated and I thank you for your time and your help.

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  Hello

  The new Briefcase (2) is probably empty and may have accidentally created by a right-click on the desktop > New > Briefcase. You can safely remove. It is not necessary.

  For the question of Active Desktop, try this...

  Right-click on the desktop > properties > Display Properties > Desktop > customize > Web, uncheck whatever the page is listed or add a new Web page and uncheck the box, then OK your way out. That should disable Active Desktop.

  Then... Right-click on the desktop > properties > Display Properties > Desktop > select a color.

  Don

• How do we install a page active desktop, my windows vista, my xp and windows 7, as all three, I need help please

  I really need to insall a active wallpaper but don't know how to do in this regard, I have a XP, Vista and Windows7 computer, can someone tell me how to on this subject, I really want to put on one of my creations, but need help.

  I really need to insall a active wallpaper but don't know how to do in this regard, I have a XP, Vista and Windows7 computer, can someone tell me how to on this subject, I really want to put on one of my creations, but need help.

  Hey jennyanderson99

  as you ask specifically about active desktop, here's what it is, or in your case what she was before vista released

  Active Desktop is a feature of Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 Windows Desktop Update that allows the user to add optional contentHTML on the Office, as well as a few other features. This feature was designed to be installed on theWindows 95 operating system then in force. It was also included inWindows 98 and later Windows operating systems up toWindows Vista, where the feature wasdiscontinued. This corresponds to the version ofInternet Explorer 4.0 to 6.x, but not Internet Explorer 7.

  HTML users can add in place of the ordinary wallpaper as independent resizable desktop items. Items available online can be regularly updated and synchronized so that users can stay up-to-date without visiting the site in their browser.

  Active Desktop works as the technology of desktop widget that allows users to add customized their desktop information.

  Here is information for active desktop for xp

  http://www.ehow.com/how_6366085_make-XP-Active-Desktop.html

  information from wikipedia about active desktop are less than

  http://en.Wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Desktop

  The introduction of the Active Desktop brand attempt by Microsoft to take advantage of the ephemeral trendtechnology push led by PointCast. Active Desktop has imposed a number of "channels" ofdesktop computers that provided information updated continuously, such as headlines and stock quotes, without the user to open aWeb browser of the user.

  Active Desktop debuted during the publication of 1997 of Internet Explorer 4.0 for Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0, install it as a feature of theWindows Desktop Update offered to users during the upgrade option. The Windows desktop update is commonly referred to as (bad) Active Desktop itself, but it is actually a whole Windows shell to level v4.0 to v4.71, or v4.72, with many changes in the Windows interface, resulting in a level look and features almost indistinguishable from the Windows 98, then again to-be-released. Features include the ability to allow uppercase filenames (the old v4.0 Desktop would forcibly filenames in title case uppercase), the dynamic tracking file selection click configurable, customizable by HTML, QuickLaunch folder display settings mini buttons on the taskbar next to the Start button, improved to Start Menu drag and drop re-organization of the elements and menus contextual click right to rename point etc. With the update, Windows Explorer now has an address bar in Internet addresses that can be entered and driven seamlessly.

  Active Desktop was widely regarded as a failure, with one of the main problems being its use high system and reduction of the stability of the system resources. Although not used^{[citation needed]}, the availability of Active Desktop was decisive for the legal argument Microsoft in antitrust case of United States v. Microsoft , that Internet Explorer has a feature of Windows, not a separate product.

  Later use

  Windows Vista has replaced the Active Desktop withWindows Sidebar (now called Gadgets Windows Desktop fromWindows 7), which also allows the components to add to the desktop. Windows XP is the newest operating system from Microsoft to support Active Desktop. It seems that the 64 bit version of Windows XP supports is no longer Active Desktop. It provides always the option to display Web pages and channels built with MicrosoftChannel Definition Format (CDF) on the desktop.

  Display HTML features are now mainly used for creating wallpapers originals and adding the fields of desktop search. For example, a user can copy the following code to display the search box of Wikipedia on the desktop:

  Walter, the time zone traveller

• How can I enable the Active Desktop on & off?

  My old sytem had Windows ME who had an active office. Now I have Vista and I said you can enable active desktop on and outside, but so far I can not even find the active desktop anywhere on my PC even doing a search, you can see my problem by going to this web page... http://science.nasa.gov/realtime/JTrack/FAQ.html... about 1/4 way down the page you will see a button... Add to Active Desktop... when I click on it I get an error message and I am told that it is because my active Desktop is disabled and I need to start the first, but this seems to be much easier said than done! Dell Tech. chat support took control of my PC through Dell Connect and he couldn't understand either after telling me he could! Laughing out loud... Well... He gave the best move! Laughing out loud... I am open to any suggestions! lol good luck!

  http://en.Wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Desktop

  He was also included in Windows 98 and later Windows versions up toWindows Vista, where the service has been abandoned.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• I have accidentally disabled my Active Desktop. How do I turn it on again?

  I turned off my computer and when I rebooted it asked me if I wanted to turn off Active Desktop.  By mistake, I said yes.  Now I have a white screen for my office and can't get it back.

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  Hi Kathy,

  1. do you get an error message/code?

  2 Windows operating system is installed on the computer?

  If you use Windows XP, then I suggest you for the link and follow the steps in the article.

  To enable the Active Desktop interface http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/ie4_whatis_active_desktop.mspx?mfr=true

  See also:

  Make Windows XP as you wish

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-XP/help/Setup/personalize-Windows-XP

  I hope this helps. If you have any other queries/issues related to Windows, write us and we will be happy to help you further.

• Windows XP will not restore my Active Desktop. Gives an error in the execution of the scripts on this page.

  XP will not restore active desktop

  Hello rghaynes_710, welcome.

  I would try to delete it and recreate it active desktop. If this does not work, perhaps the content on the site itself is having technical problems.
  Alternatively, you can try to reset Internet Explorer by default, see if that solves the problem.
  1. click on START
  2. click on "Control Panel."
  3. double click on 'Internet Options'
  4. click on the "Advanced" tab and select "Reset."... "at the bottom of the window
  5 restart your computer
  Let us know what happens
  Thank you!

  Ryan Thieman
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Background is now white screen "Active Desktop Recovery"

  original title: white screen "Active Desktop Recovery".

  My screen went WHITE with big letters proclaiming "Active desktop recovery."      All my icons are still there and work very well.   But when I try to click on restore Active Desktop button, nothing happens and there is a white screen with all the instructions, etc.  I tried everything, including the 'Display' Panel and tried setting to the top of my new wallpaper, but no luck.  I restarted the system several times, and when it loads the white screen is still there.   Note: When I go to view, context parameters are NOT operational.  The cursor won't move.   It will allow me to set the color, but nothing makes a change.     Everything works fine, but I can't seem to get rid of white screen and the words "ACTIVE DESKTOP RECOVERY more phrases sub on how to cure it... have nothing to this problem."   Thank you, BobnKathyS.   For the purpose of the email, I prefer to use the following: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy *.

  -right click on the desktop > properties.

  -Select the Desktop tab

  -Customize Desktop button

  -Select the Web tab

  -Remove all the other current office links except for the "My homepage" link, so all the other links are listed (checkbox, then the button Delete)

  This step is the clincher:

  -Turn it off "my checkbox on the current home page.

  -Click on apply

  -Click OK

  Office should return to normal.

• How can I prevent active desktop to move application?

  Active Desktop is installed on my computer without my select it. He can come through with automatic updates from Ms. It makes computer not in use. He stops at the start, call to reset active desktop. The reset button does not work. How to refuse the installation of this monster?  Suggestions appreciated.
  R F.

  Active Desktop is installed on my computer without my select it. He can come through with automatic updates from Ms. It makes computer not in use. He stops at the start, call to reset active desktop. The reset button does not work. How to refuse the installation of this monster?  Suggestions appreciated.
  R F.

  Hi Robert,.

  Uninstall Active desktop, then...

  For the procedure to hide an unwanted update in Windows XP, follow the steps outlined by TaurArian in the link below.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-windows_update/how-do-i-hide-an-update-that-will-not-install-in/f3b4791b-4A06-4164-9d3c-4f8ba12fb745

  Scroll down to the section that explains "" how to hide Windows Update".

  You can also Toggle the active desktop by following the steps in the link below.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/190228

• restore active desktop on PC domain

  Hey there,

  I would like to know how to fix this error active desktop on PC that is connected to a domain. It's actually a who'e of the user facing this problem. I can change the registry and try it... but what my problem is that we have set up a default wallpaper must be charged for those users who connect from those of roaming profiles. I think it's nothing to do with the profile, but I said just for all let you them know how is the workstation environment...
  one advise?
  Hi Azker,
   
  Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community.
   
  The question you have posted is linked to restore active desktop on PC field. It would be better suited to the TechNet community.
   
  Please visit the link below to find a community that will provide the support you want.

  http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/category/windowsxpitpro

• What are alternatives to restore my error active desktop with touching registry?

  What are alternatives to restore my error active desktop with touching registry in windows xp?

  Hi Zahid,

  Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

  According the information you have provided, I understand that you have found an active desktop error Windows XP.

  I will certainly help you in this matter.

  Were there any changes made to the computer before the show?

  Most of the time active desktop errors are related to the corruption of the registry.

  Important: This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

  How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/322756

  Please follow the steps and check if it works very well.

  After I installed Windows Internet Explorer 7 on a computer that is running Windows XP with Service Pack 2, a "Restore my Active Desktop" button appears on the desktop

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929200

  Reference link:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-desktop/Windows-XP-will-not-restore-my-Active-Desktop/f664bfe4-0acd-4B11-8918-eb779bb2cc07?page=1

  Using the windows-related issues feel free to post on the Microsoft Community Forum.

• Active Desktop Recovery - unable to restore the desktop computer

  original title: Active Desktop recovery

  My Active Desktop hs been disabled, but when I click on the box office of recovery, I get an error messsage and it will not restore my active desktop. I need help, try to understand this.

  Hi TeresaLudwig,

  1. did you of recent changes on the computer?

  2. What is the error message that you receive?

  The article below and try them other ways to enable active desktop on the computer.

  To enable the Active Desktop interface

  http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/ie4_turnon_active_desktop.mspx?mfr=true

• Office showing "restore my active desktop". can someone help me please in this

  Hello people,
  I'm getting "restore my active desktop" in my office. Please help me how to get out of there.
  Best regards
  Manjunath Jayaram

  Hello

  1. what happens when you restore active desktop?

  2. do you get an error message?

  3 did you changes to the computer, before the show?

  Consult the answers provided by RyanT - Support Engineer (October 20, 2009) and NightHawk02 (July 27, 2011) in the following link.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-desktop/Windows-XP-will-not-restore-my-Active-Desktop/f664bfe4-0acd-4B11-8918-eb779bb2cc07

  Important: this section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

  How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

• Computer froze and I had to stop to put it off. at the restart, said the active desktop recovery

  Difficulty of recovery registration active desktop

  computer froze and I had to stop to put it off. at the restart, said the active desktop recovery

  Hello
  Try the tips at http://filetonic.com/blog/2009/07/25/what-is-active-desktop-recovery/

  Hope this helps,
  Don

• Why sometimes make a mistake Active Desktop recovery when active desktop is not enabled in XP Pro 32-bit w / SP3?

  I've seen this several times in the last year or two and I don't understand why it's happening. I NEVER use the Active Desktop.

  Hello

  1. when exactly did you receive this error message?

  2. what web browser do you use?

  3. have you made changes on your computer?

  Method 1:

  I also suggest you to see link and check.

  To enable the Active Desktop interface

  http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/ie4_turnon_active_desktop.mspx?mfr=true

  After I installed Windows Internet Explorer 7 on a computer that is running Windows XP with Service Pack 2, a "Restore my Active Desktop" button appears on the desktop

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929200

  Important This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

  322756 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756/) how to back up and restore the registry in Windows

• None of the offers to remove my white Active Desktop Recovery screen.

  I have a PowerSpec PC 6002CEL352/512/160GBCMB with WINDOWS XP HOME with EXPLORER 8. I pressed the button restore on the PC because I was stuck on a site and then the Active recovery of white Desk screen appeared. Answer YES to allow Scripts to run does not bypass the function of Scripts and suggestions in this forum did not work. I don't have a value DESKHTM/VERSION under HKEY_CURRENT_USER.

  Thank you...

  Hello

  ·         What is you receive the exact error message?

  The article below and try them other ways to enable active desktop on the computer.

   

  To enable the Active Desktop interface

  http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/ie4_turnon_active_desktop.mspx?mfr=true

  Let us know if that helps.