program path

About this tag
Discussions tagged with 'program path' on WindowsForum.com focus on locating the exact file path to an application's executable or installation directory. Common scenarios include manually specifying a program path for tools like Oblytile to create custom tiles in Windows 8, where shortcuts sharing the same .exe (e.g., InfoPath Filler vs. Designer) require precise path handling. Another recurring issue involves finding the program directory in Windows XP Mode on Windows 7, especially for legacy software like CompuServe, where data files reside in the program folder. Users seek guidance on identifying hidden or non-obvious paths to enable proper configuration, backup, or data access.

  1. [Office Infopath 2013] how to start as Designer instead of Filler from the .exe?

    You guys probbaly heard of oblytile the custom tile maker for win 8. It has an option to convert shortcuts to tiles but its not detecting most of my shortcuts.I know you can manually choose the program path but it doesnt work when different shortcuts share the same .exe . For example the...

  2. Windows 8 [Oblytile] why its not showing most existing shortcuts ?

    You guys probbaly heard of oblytile the custom tile maker for win 8. It has an option to convert shortcuts to tiles but its not detecting most of my shortcuts.I know you can manually choose the program path but it doesnt work when different shortcuts share the same .exe . For example the...
    • StefaNafetS
    • Thread
    • designer filler infopath oblytile office applications program path shortcuts tile maker tiles windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Desktop Customization

  3. Windows 7 need to find program directory in XP Mode

    I installed XP mode in my Windows 7 Professional 64 bit laptop to be able to run my older programs. I successfully installed CompuServe (my mission critical software) in XP mode, but I need to find the program directory because that's where the data files for the filing cabinet are stored. I...
    • birdlover
    • Thread
    • backup compuserve file access file explorer program path software installation windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support