Removing Items From Notification Tray - 1st Timer


  1. sealandair
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    Removing Items From Notification Tray - 1st Timer


    Hello, anyone out there know how to remove old programs from the notification tray area? In this example I uninstalled Comodo, a online file-backup system, but the tray executable file left a breadcrumb.

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    It never actually becomes visible, but it is still shown on the list.

    Many thanks!
    - Will
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  3. derekimo
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    Welcome to the forum,

    This should help you with that,

    Notification Area Icons - Reset
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  4. sealandair
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    Thank you kindly! I had a feeling there was a thread for this somewhere.

    Much appreciated,
    - Will
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  6. derekimo
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    You're welcome Will. :)
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