A lot of user use Vista’s quick launch feature. The quick launch can be found next to the start menu: To restore the quick launch icons, you’ll first require showing hidden files and folders.

Restore Vista Quick Launch Icons

• Firstly, browse to the following folder by opening PC (Winkey+E) and type following: shell:Quick Launch

• Download this zip file, which have the alternate icons.

• Copy the shortcuts from the zip file into the folder.

• You will observe the quick launch toolbar updates instantly. And your quick launch bar gets back.