Can I make explorer popups for file-save and file-open dialogs, always open in details mode with date and time columns (sorted on date) and with larger box width, to view extra columns?

I remember seeing a post to this effect somewhere, but now cannot find it?

You can use PDDLGHLP.EXE, a part of PowerDesk Utilities 3. Install it by putting a shortcut into your startup group. The settings of Open and Save As dialogs will be preserved. Send me a note if you would like to download this program.

got it! very nice -- much appreciated.