

Then right-click on the icon, and choose Exit to close the sidebar: Uncheck the "Start Sidebar when Windows starts" checkbox: To disable the sidebar, right click on the sidebar or sidebar icon, and choose properties: Here is a guide to safely r emove the Gadgets Sidebar on Windows Vista and Windows 7 If you have either Windows Vista or Windows 7, you will be best to remove the Gadgets Sidebar from your computer completely, as although helpful, the gadgets are not worth the possibility of losing your files or harming your computer. As there is no 'Gadget Friendly' solution presently, the only way to be rid of this problem is to wipe your desktop of its 'helpful' gadgets entirely. Microsoft's only given answer to the vulnerability of millions of Windows 7 And Windows Vista users is a drastic one, though it should block the viruses' pathway through to your computer. These flaws could allow malicious Gadgets, or even compromised legitimate Gadgets, through Microsoft's Firewalls without triggering the virus discovery system. Microsoft has advised Vista and Windows 7 users to disable Gadgets and the Windows Sidebar following the revelation of remote code execution vulnerabilities in its features. Whether you see Windows Vista and Windows 7 Gadgets as a set of helpful tools or a nuisance to your desktop, you may want to consider deleting them for the safety of your files and details you have hidden away in your computer. Many of Gadget’s features also work with wired audio accessories.Microsoft discovers Windows Gadgets security hole in Windows Vista and Windows 7 Microsoft Gadget Virus Make even your basic accessories smarter. Get notified when your accessory’s running out of battery (supported accessories only). With Gadgets you can add a new feature to your wireless charger, making it blink when your phone's battery is low. Get a heads up when to charge your phone. And with Treasure Tags, you can use Gadgets to ring the tag when nearby. Gadgets keeps track of where and when you last connected to a smart accessory. Customize the list of apps that appear in Gadget’s launch pad according to which accessory is connected. Choose an app that opens automatically whenever you connect to an accessory, such as open Spotify when you connect your headphones or HERE Drive when your phone connects to your car’s Bluetooth kit. You’ll also know exactly when your accessories need topping up because Gadgets alerts you when their power is running low (supported accessories only).

Gadgets keeps track of where and when you last connected your smart accessories so you’ll know where to start looking if they’re lost. Get more out of your accessories with Microsoft Gadgets.
