In Windows, how do I add an application to the Start menu?

To add an application to the Start menu, follow the appropriate instructions below.

Note: You may need administrative rights to make such changes.

Windows 7 and Vista

To add an application to the Start Menu in Windows 7 or Vista, simply drag the application's icon to the Start button.

Windows XP

1. Right-click Start and select Properties.
   
   
2. Click the Start Menu tab, and then click the radio button next to Classic Start menu.
   
   
3. Click Customize... , and then Add... .
   
   
4. Click Browse... and locate the .exe file of the program you want to add.
   
   
5. Highlight the program you are going to add and click OK. Click Next.
   
   
6. Highlight the folder in which you want the application to appear, or click New Folder... , and then click Next.
   
   
7. Select a name for the shortcut, and then click Finish.

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