Windows GodMode: A Folder That Does Everything

[Schlup]

Over the past week, Windows enthusiasts have been buzzing about a folder in Windows 7 (and the 32-bit version of Vista, as well) that can do just about anything. This folder, once created, contains 294 shortcuts to various tools and features found within Windows 7. Many of them are standard Control Panel items, but many others, such as advanced disk management tools, are nested within other Control Panel options and can be a pain to find. Ina Fried of CNET warns users, however, that if tried on the 64-bit version of Vista, the GodMode folder may crash your computer.

In the GodMode folder, shortcuts to all of those tools are categorized under sections and freely searchable. To make this folder and become a god of your own, simply create a new folder with the name:

GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

Upon creating the folder, its name will change to GodMode, and the icon will change to a Control Panel icon. Simply open up the folder to view its contents. CNET recently contacted Microsoft with an inquiry into more about the feature itself, and why they made it without ever telling anyone.

It’s an interesting find – someone had a lot of time on their hands – but it may prove quite useful if used correctly.

[tehfunk101]

Very cool, a master shortcut folder does indeed sound useful. It's just too bad theres instability with 64 bit

[Schlup]

I'm using successfully with no issues on Windows 7 Professional x64...it's only unstable if you still have Vista x64.

[tehfunk101]

O good call, I read that wrong

[Monkey_Grill]

Can you delete the Godmode folder?

[Schlup]

Sure, it's just a folder full of shortcuts to EVERYTHING you need.  I haven't even looked at everything yet, but there is some cool stuff in there that I didn't even know about.

[Monkey_Grill]

*Created

[Schlup]

And...what do you think?

[Monkey_Grill]

Eh...Ok.

[neli7799]

soooo, for the sake of argument, lets just say "someone" didnt read entire post before giving this a try on vista64....and now this "someone" has a computer that will not start at all....any tips/tricks to correct this, that I could pass along to......"someone"

[NavyChief]

I just created the folder and it is kind of cool. I have yet to really look through everything.

[NavyChief]

soooo, for the sake of argument, lets just say "someone" didnt read entire post before giving this a try on vista64....and now this "someone" has a computer that will not start at all....any tips/tricks to correct this, that I could pass along to......"someone"

This "someone" wouldn't happen to live in Canada and have a 7799 in their name would they???  

To get rid of this issue, Boot into Safe Mode with Command Prompt and delete that folder. For example - you created a folder GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C} on desktop, So either navigate to Desktop folder execute the following command: RmDir “GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}”

Or type the absolute path of folder: RmDir “C:\Users\<User-Name>\Desktop\GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}”

Basically, you need to get rid of that folder. Hopefully, one of the 2 above will do this and get your system operational again.  

[neli7799]

lol...nooooo...was a "friend"...i ...swear..lol   issue fixed.  I need to stop fooling with things, but am bored while i wait for new vid card

[Schlup]

LMAO...that's why it pays to read the entire thread!

[CoCoCountyKiller]

at least it was able to be deleted without any permanent damage

co.co.