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JSI Tip 4941. How do I run Phone Dialer in Windows XP?

Phone Dialer is NOT on any menu in Windows XP.

To run Phone Dialer, Start / Run / Dialer.exe / OK.

To add Phone Dialer to the Communications menu:

1. Right-click the Start button and press Explore All Users.

2. Double-click Programs.

3. Double-click Accessories.

4. Double-click Communications.

5. On the File menu, press New and Shortcut.

6. In the Type the location of the item box, type "%ProgramFiles%\Windows NT\Dialer.exe" and press Next.

7. In the Type a name for this shortcut box, type Phone Dialer.

8. Press Finish.



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