We're all about giving you more customization!
A couple of months ago, we introduced Expand and Collapse capability onto sections of AOL.com. Now we are taking it a step further in the center column of the page. The new functionality allows you to add and remove content areas to the middle of the page.
It's super easy to customize. First, click on the new "Customize Your Page" button located on the right just below the sign in area. 
Once you've clicked the button, an editable area will open up in the top of the middle column. See below:
Don't care to see Entertainment News? Uncheck the box, click on Save Changes and that content area will be removed from the page. If you change your mind later you can always click on the Customize button again to open the edit area and check the box.
Want to add the new widgets experience with eBay, Flickr, Stock Watch and more? Simply check the Widgets box and click Save Changes.
If you come to AOL.com one day and your content changes have been cleared, it could be because you cleared your browser cookies. Click here to learn more about how we store your preferences.
We hope you enjoy this new functionality! Do let us know what you think and what other capabilities you'd like to see added to AOL.com. :)
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mxwdrag
Jun 13th 2009, 7:57PM
Iam trying to install adobat reader so I wll be able to read the news and look at the picturs I need 4.0 can you help they won't install it on aol mxwdrag@aol.com my problem that is why I m trying to change over to microsoft Internet Explorer thanks if you can help I can use it Bud
rgar102181
Jun 11th 2009, 6:05PM
If you are trying to install Adobe 4.0 I doubt it is available. The current version is 9.1.2. To download and install the free Adobe Reader, go to www.adobe.com In the Adobe search window type in adobe reader. This will take you to the download page.
arejfour
Jun 9th 2009, 7:24PM
How does one get rid of the widget bar across the top of the homepage?
Nancy
Jun 10th 2009, 12:30AM
You can remove the widget bar by going to the control panel. Then go to add remove programs. Find the widget bar you want to remove click on remove. Very simple.
kalaks
Jun 9th 2009, 11:11PM
Why does my email keep telling me 'mailbox temp. unavailabe due to maintenance?' this has been going on for many weeks.....about ready to just get a different email......however, have had aol for so many years now.....help?
monykabianca
Jun 18th 2009, 6:46PM
try clearing your browsers cache and all.
hanatexas
Jun 10th 2009, 12:08AM
I need an option to enlarge text, compose without opening email box, send a page using aol mail (much like I can by going to the original AOL website which has most of the attributes that AOLers love and miss.
Nancy
Jun 10th 2009, 1:41AM
1. Go to the control panel
2. add\remove programs
3. Find widget bar you want to remove
4. Click on remove.
Very easy to do.
CAROL BARLAGE
Jun 10th 2009, 6:58AM
i don't like signing in every time i want to read my e-mail and games are so small you can hardly play them carol barlage AT (TBarla5@aol.com
monykabianca
Jun 18th 2009, 6:54PM
forgot to add this. on the sign on screen there is a box you have to check if you want to be sign on everytime you check your email (stay sign on until i sign out)
CAROL BARLAGE
Jun 10th 2009, 7:04AM
i also do not like all the saves on the search items they should not be saved and you can't get them off they are old and should be taken off
monykabianca
Jun 18th 2009, 6:51PM
are you using internet explorer as your browser? if so you have to turn off/ disable your autocomplete and clear temporary internet files on the browser.
deetraba
Jun 10th 2009, 7:54AM
how can I change mt color of my letters on my page??? U know from black to pink.... thanks if anyone can help
yorkiemom17363
Jun 10th 2009, 12:43PM
HELP!!! For the past month or so, when I forward or copy & paste an e-mail, the pictures are not copied. Some are not good without the pictures. Thank you
mikesherrimurphy
Jun 11th 2009, 1:00PM
customize?! not even close. I want to move down or delete AIM spotlight, My networks, AOL aotos, Todays hot searches, entertainment news, Sports news, Meet the trans-fattiest foods in America. All that stuff on the left side of screen -directory- takes up room, it should collapse and hide when not needed.
Tracy Highnote
Jul 16th 2009, 11:28AM
Thank you for your feedback -- I have passed it on!
caroline
Jun 12th 2009, 10:18AM
aol is a great site
Tracy Highnote
Jul 16th 2009, 11:29AM
We are so glad you think so. Thanks! :)
oboe87n
Jun 12th 2009, 1:13PM
Get rid of the automatic AOL search bar.
Yes, I agree, LESS junk is better, not more.
Pop
Jun 20th 2009, 8:37PM
How can I move around the widgets?