Folders May Not Close in the Favorites Pane (257145)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows NT 4.0
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 98 Second Edition
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 98
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 95

This article was previously published under Q257145

SYMPTOMS

When you use the keyboard to open multiple folders in the Favorites pane, the previous folders may not close.

CAUSE

This problem can occur if you are using the RIGHT ARROW key on the keyboard to open the folders.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, double-click the folders to open the folders.

WORKAROUND

To work around this issue with the keyboard, select the folder you want to close, and then press the LEFT ARROW key on the keyboard to close the folder.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

MORE INFORMATION

When you use the mouse to open and close folders in the Favorites pane, the previous folder closes correctly.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/26/2003
Keywords:kbprb kbui KB257145