FFox / Internet Explorer I

[Blairgowrie]

For some strange reason, when I try to create a shortcut to my desktop for a site I have opened using Firefox, it places a Internet Explorer icon on my desktop. I have Firefox set as my default browser.

I wouldn't mind too much but Explorer opens up this silly little window about half the size of my screen.

EDIT: Changed topic name to stop it going to far!!!!

[BBloke]

It sounds like there is some confusion as to what should happen with internet shortcut links.

Have you tried making IE the default browser and then re-make Firefox the default one?

To make IE(6) default:

Click Tools and then Internet Options.

Select Programs

check Internet Explorer should check to see whether it is the default browser.

click OK

Close and restart IE with Firefox closed!

Check you shortcut.

Close IE and start Firefox.

Make Firefox Default:

Click Tools and then Options

Select Main and make sure the bottom check box is checked and click the check now button too.

I tested it here and it does work but dont rely on any shortcuts from changing automatically.

[Blairgowrie]

That fixed it nicely. Thanks BBloke.

BTW I see there is one Spit left for today. Would be a nice gesture if you were there for the final match.

[BBloke]

Thanks Jim.

I would be honoured to be there for the final out

[Blairgowrie]

Yippeeeeeee!!! Now I know we will kick A**

[BBloke]

Wouldnt be so sure.. I think I've flown twice in the last 5 weeks!! LOL

[Blairgowrie]

You mean you have been flying somewhere else?

[BBloke]

No I mean I havent been flying at all..