compressing files has changed the look of windows explorer

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My comp started running very noisily, so I deleted a load of unwanted files and uninstalled a load of unwanted programmes. I then checked the compress files box (under disc C properties) to make some space. Half way through it asked for a disc for some reason. I didn't receive any discs with the comp - everything was already installed. Now windows explorer has changed : the typing is in blue instead of black. It seems to be working otherwise. What happened and can I do anything to get it back to normal?

[rojash]

If you open explorere, click tools/folder options and go to the View tab, near rthe bottom you will find the option "Show encrypted or compressed files in color".

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Rojash
You star!!!!!!! thank you so much!!! See - when you know, you know!
Thank you, I thought it was about to blow up and get unstable.
Gosh how grateful am I!!