Article ID: 555439 - Last Review: August 28, 2005 - Revision: 1.0

Windows launches Search Companion window when opening any folder

Author: Raghu Boddu MVP
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SUMMARY

When you double-click any folder, Windows may launch the Search Companion screen instead of displaying the selected folder.

CAUSE

This issue is due to the incorrect registry values and can be resolved by changing the Default key value to None.

RESOLUTION

NOTE: It is recommended to have a good backup of Windows Registry before applying the solution, as incorrect modifications may cause severe problems, and you may need to reinstall Windows operating system.
 
Go to Windows registry.
Navigate to the following registry key:
 
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\Shell
 
Double-click Default key in the right window pane and change the value to None
Save and Restart Windows.

APPLIES TO
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1
  • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
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