How to Configure the Active Desktop in Internet Explorer 4.0Last reviewed: December 8, 1997Article ID: Q171437 |
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SUMMARYYou can use the Active Desktop to make your desktop act like your own personal Web page. You can display pieces of your favorite Web sites directly on your desktop and keep them up-to-date automatically. You can easily customize the Active Desktop at any time. This article describes how to configure the Active Desktop. The following topics are discussed:
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How to Enable and Disable the Active DesktopTo enable the Active Desktop, right-click an empty area on the desktop, point to Active Desktop, and then click View As Web Page (a check mark appears). To disable the Active Desktop, click View As Web Page to clear the check mark.
How to Add an Active Desktop Item to the DesktopAn Active Desktop item is simply a Web page. It can contain active content that can change, such as a stock ticker or a weather map. To add an Active Desktop item, follow these steps:
How to Make a Web Page the Desktop WallpaperTo make a Web page the desktop wallpaper, follow these steps:
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