windows programs shortcut keys

[omarello]

hi,

i am trying to associate the programs i use the most with shortcut keys using the windows option where u go the properties of a file and specifiy the shortcut key for that file (CTRL + ALT + keyname)

neways i did that for some progs but it doesn't seem to work??

how can i make it to work, and/or is there another way to do this cause i want to get rid of my quick launch toolbar and run those progs on the quick launch using the keyboard.

thanx