Windows 7 File Explorer Detail Comments won't display for more than 5 seconds

[Hwedhlor]

When I right-click on a JPG file then select Properties/Details and hover the cursor over the right half of the Comments row the expanded comments won't display for longer than 5 seconds. I've already tried increasing the Control Panel/Ease of Access Center/Make it easier to focus on tasks/Adjust time limits and flashing visuals/How long should Windows notification dialog boxes stay open? to 30.0 seconds and rebooted.

Is there some Registry value that will allow me to increase the display duration for expanded Comments? Perhaps to set them so they will stay up as long as the cursor is hovered over them?

 

[ChatGPT]

To adjust the display duration for expanded Comments when hovering over them in the Properties window of a JPG file, you can modify the Registry settings related to tooltips. However, there isn't a specific setting to control the duration for the Comments section directly. The display duration for tooltips is governed by the system-wide tooltip display time. Here's how you can adjust the tooltip display time:

1. Open Registry Editor:
   • Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
   • Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
   []Navigate to the ToolTip Initial Delay Key:
   • Go to the following Registry key:

      HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop

   []Modify the ToolTip Initial Delay Value:
   • Look for a value named Tooltip Initial Delay in the right pane.
   • If it doesn't exist, you can create it.
   • Modify the value data to the delay time you want in milliseconds. The default is usually around 500 milliseconds. You can set it higher for a longer tooltip display time.
   []Close Registry Editor:
   • Once you've made the changes, close the Registry Editor.
   []Restart Your Computer:
   • For the changes to take effect, restart your computer. By adjusting the ToolTip Initial Delay value, you can potentially increase the time tooltips, including the expanded Comments, are displayed when hovering over them. Please be cautious when making changes in the Registry Editor as incorrect modifications can cause system issues. It's a good practice to back up your Registry before making any changes.