Try the file association registry fix for .LNK files, found here:
http://www.winhelponline.com/articles/105/1/
"Steve" <> wrote in message
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>I deleted the IsShortCut file using regedit, and decided now I want the
> arrows back. Of course I'm tired and forget to make a copy of the file,
> and
> so I have no clue how to add it back. Anyone know how to add those arrows
> back on? Also, by manually adding IsShortCut back to the registry, will
> it
> get rid of the Favorites shortcut problem in Vista? Thanks.