Clicking Icon on Taskbar Does Not Switch to Program (196014)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 98
  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q196014

SYMPTOMS

If multiple programs are running in full-screen mode or an open program is covering the taskbar, you may be unable to switch to another program by pressing the Windows key and then clicking the program's icon on the taskbar.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the Always On Top check box is not selected in the Taskbar Properties dialog box.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, follow these steps:

  1. Press ALT+TAB to switch to another program.
  2. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Taskbar & Start Menu.
  3. On the Taskbar Options tab, click the Always On Top check box to select it, and then click OK.
  4. Press CTRL+ESC, and then double-click the other program's icon.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:12/16/2004
Keywords:kbenv kbprb KB196014
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