Removing the Search Puppy

Rover and the cast of animated characters Microsoft includes to assist in the search process are cute, but they don't really improve the search experience. When the puppy love fades, removing Rover is easy.

1. Click the Search button on the toolbar.
2. Right-click Rover.
3. Select Turn off the animated character from the menu.

If you can't live without animated assistance, add some variety by replacing Rover with one of his friends.

1. Click the Search button on the toolbar.
2. Right-click Rover.
3. Click Choose a different animated character.
4. Browse the available characters.
5. Click OK when you find a new favorite.