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If you place a shortcut that points to a directory in your Start menu, the shortcut will actually display the contents of the directory and its subdirectories in submenus. Kinda works like the Finder in OS X. Nothing earth shattering, but it’s really cool for a couple of reasons.

First, I find files faster. I often need to dig through a fileserver that contains 50 or more directories. I really only access 5 or 6 of these directories on a regular basis. By putting shortcuts to the directories that I regularly access, I’ve reduced the number of items I have to mentally parse by 40 or more items, making it easier for me to find what I need.

And, second, I find it easier to navigate through the project directories when they are displayed as menus than when they are displayed in a list or as icons. I’m not sure why that is, but there it is.

Again, there’s nothing groundbreaking here, but it’s one of those things that make life a little easier.

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