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4652 » How do I run a program in Windows XP's Windows Application Compatibility mode? 08-Jan-02

If you run a program that is not certified for Windows XP, and it misbehaves, you might want to try it in Windows Application Compatibility mode:

1. Right-click the program shortcut and press Properties.

2. Select the Compatibility tab.

3. Press Run this program in compatibility mode.

4. Select on of the following:

Windows 95 

Windows 98 

Windows NT 4 

Windows 2000

4. Under Display settings, Check as needed:

Run in 256 colors. 

Run in 640 X 480 screen resolution. 

Disable visual themes.

5. Press Apply and OK.

6. Double-click the shortcut to see if your settings have resolved the problem.

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JSI Tip 4652. How do I run a program in Windows XP's Windows Application Compatibility mode?

4652 » How do I run a program in Windows XP's Windows Application Compatibility mode? 08-Jan-02