5-2Introducing Microsoft Windows 98

Arranging Icons

You can arrange the icons on your desktop for quick and easy access to frequently used items.

To arrange icons, complete the following steps:

1.Right-click anywhere on the Windows desktop.

2.From the Shortcut menu, select Arrange Icons.

3.Choose the method by which you want to arrange the icons. You can arrange icons in the following ways:

•By Name (alphabetically)

•By Type (file extension)

•By Size (size of the file)

•By Date (date the file was created or edited)

•AutoArrange (automatic icon arrangement)

You can also arrange your icons in organized rows. Right-click the Windows desktop and choose Line Up Icons from the Shortcut menu.

Selecting a Background

To change the background on your desktop, complete the following steps:

1.Right-click the Windows desktop and select Properties from the Shortcut menu.

2.Select the Background tab and click Pattern.

3.From the Patterns list, choose the background you prefer.

4.Click OK.