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Running Programs in Windows® XP Using Compatibility Mode
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Most programs run properly on Windows® XP. The exceptions include some games and other programs that were written specifically for an earlier version of Windows®. The Program Compatibility Wizard can allow older programs to run on Windows® XP.
The Program Compatibility Wizard prompts you to test the program in different modes (environments) and with various settings. For example, if the program was originally designed to run on Windows® 95, set the compatibility mode to Windows® 95 and try running the program again. If successful, the program will start in that mode each time. The wizard also allows the use of different settings, such as switching the display to 256 colors and the screen resolution to 640 x 480 pixels.
The Program Compatibility Wizard provides step-by-step instruction for use. To run the Program Compatibility Wizard, complete the steps below.
NOTE: Windows® XP allows different options for viewing graphical interface. The following procedure assumes that the default Windows® XP view settings are used, rather than the Classic Start Menu View.
- Close all windows and programs and return to the desktop.
- Select All Programs, choose Accessories and click Program Compatibility Wizard. The Program Compatibility Wizard Welcome window will open.
- Click Next.
- Click the "I want to choose from a list of programs" radio button. A list of programs will appear.
- Select the desired program from the list as the program that is to be run in a Compatibility Mode.
- Click Next. A window presenting the different Windows® Compatibility Modes will open.
- Click the radio button next to Windows 98/Windows ME and click Next. Check the box for 256 colors then click Next.
- A window showing the heading "Test Your Compatibility Settings" will appear.
- Verify that the settings are correct.
- Click Next. A screen showing the following question will open: "Did the program work correctly?" In addition, the program selected in Step 5 (above) will launch.
- Run the program to test the settings.
- After testing the settings, minimize (or close) the program to return to the Program Compatibility Wizard.
- After the program is minimized (or closed), the window with the "Did the program work correctly?" question will reappear. Select "Yes. Set this program to always use these compatibility settings".
- Click Next. The Program Compatibility Data window will open.
- Click Yes then click Next. The Completing the Program Compatibility Wizard window will appear.
- Click Finish to close the window.
- Launch and use the program.
NOTE: If you have questions regarding the Program Compatibility Wizard or Windows® XP (or both), contact Microsoft®, or go to http://www.microsoft.com for additional information.
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