Why do I not get a preview of my picture library?


  1. Ferd
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    Why do I not get a preview of my picture library?


    When I go to my picture library, and set the option to show icons instead of details, I get the following display:



    How do I change it so that the icons will be thumbnails of my actual pictures?

    Thanks

    Ferd
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  3. Dwarf
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    Windows 8.1 Pro RTM x64
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    Hi Ferd,

    In Folder Options - Open, ensure that the following highlighted option is clear (unchecked).
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  4. Ferd
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    Kewl, that fixed it. Thanks much.

    Have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. :)
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  6. Dwarf
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    You're welcome. Have a safe and enjoyable one. :)
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