Open a Windows 7 Library in Windows Explorer

Question

How do I open a Windows 7 Library like Documents, Pictures, Music, Videos and all other custom libraries from my app?

Answer 1

Find the AppData directory:

Dim appData As String = Environment.GetFolderPath(Environment.SpecialFolder.ApplicationData)

Find the documents shortcut and open it in explorer:

For Each file As String In Directory.GetFiles(appData, "Documents.library-ms", SearchOption.AllDirectories)
    Process.Start(file)
Next