Start Windows Sidebar Automatically

If you’re using Windows Sidebar with all its nifty gadgets, but it doesn’t start when you reboot or startup your computer you’ll need to adjust your settings. If you need help figuring out how to start the Windows Sidebar click here. Once Windows Sidebar is running, right click on the side bar and choose Properties.

Now check the Start Sidebar when Windows starts selection, click OK and you’re done.

The Windows Sidebar Properties windows allows for some other handy features, such as displaying the sidebar on another monitor, if you’re lucky enough to be using more than one.