Some users need to have the Windows Application Compatibility Toolkit installed to allow Alt+Tab or mouse movements within EverQuest.
This is the version 4.1, only use this version if you have a Valid Copy of Windows XP with the most up to date .NET Framework.
First download the Microsoft Windows Application Compatibility Toolkit:
This download will require Windows Validation and will automatically install the application.
Once it is downloaded, install the application
You can then launch the application by going to Start Menu » Program Files » Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit 4.1 » Tools » Compatibility Administrator
Under the System Database section, click on Applications.
In the right list view scroll down to the EverQuest entry.
Double click the EverQuest entry.
Now right-click the EQGame.exe entry in bold that shows up in the right hand view and choose Disable Entry.
You will now be able to use your mouse while in full screen mode on Windows XP.
This will also allow you to Alt+Tab from EverQuest.
This is an older version 2.6, use this version if you do NOT have a Valid Copy of Windows XP with the most up to date .NET Framework.
First download the Windows Application Compatibility Toolkit:
This download will not require Windows XP Validation and will automatically install the application.
Once it is downloaded, install the application
You can then launch the application by going to Start Menu » Program Files » Windows Application Compatibility Toolkit » Compatibility Administration Tool.
Under the System Database section, click on Applications.
In the right list view scroll down to the EverQuest entry.
Double click the EverQuest entry.
Now right-click the EQGame.exe entry in bold that shows up in the right hand view and choose Disable Entry.
You will now be able to use your mouse while in full screen mode on Windows XP.
This will also allow you to Alt+Tab from EverQuest.