Wrap-Up
This chapter has been all about the many ways you can customize the Windows desktop, Start menu, and taskbar to set up your screen in a way that works for you. You have many options. The important thing to keep in mind is that they are options, and there is no right or wrong way to do things. It’s all about making choices that work for you. Here’s a quick recap of the essentials:
- The Windows desktop is basically your entire screen — the place where you do all your work.
- Most tools for personalizing your system are in the Personalization page of the Control Panel. To get there quickly, right-click the desktop and choose Personalize.
- To personalize your taskbar, right-click the taskbar and choose Properties.
- To create a custom shortcut key for launching a program, right-click the program’s icon and choose Properties. Then click the Shortcut tab and fill in the Keyboard Shortcut box.
- To add or remove taskbar toolbars, right-click the clock and choose Toolbars.
- To show or hide Notification area icons, right-click the clock and choose Customize Notification Icons.
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