Invisible start menu

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I'm not sure if this is a Windowblinds problem or an Objectdock problem, but when I open the start menu I get erratic behaviour. The first time I open it, it seems to be ok. On subsequent times though it becomes slightly transparent and then completely transparent except for the buttons at the bottom. It toggles between these two states at what appears to be random numbers of opens. I get the same behaviour on different Windowblinds themes and different Objectdock themes. Any ideas?
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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I;ve been having the same problem, but I thought it was just my computer. Must be something else, but I don't know what it could be.
Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I got that today for the first time ever.  I switched to Smooth Alternative for my WB and my start panel was fine then it was invisible, then it was fine, back and forth all day.  I could mouse over the invisible parts to bring them back, but the background never became visible.  There is a new version of WB on SDC.  I updated and I haven't had that problem yet.  You might give that a try.

** update **...nah, didn't stick.  Switching to some other blind
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Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I've had the same problem for some time now and no one seems to have a real answer as to why. It seemed to happen about three updates ago and was working just fine until then. Any of the see through blinds bomb. The standard ones don't. For instance StealthOS original works fine but the Stealth OS with the see through effects simply has the start menu disappear. 

Anyone know how to go back to an older version of WB?

Thanks!

Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Anyone know how to go back to an older version of WB?


For future reference, check teh box in SDC to autoarchive and you'll be good in the future.

If I were you, I'd go to stardock.helpserve.com and create a case asking for an older build. Make sure to use the email addy you registered with. They can probably hook you up in a day or two.

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Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top
The autoarchive box is checked on my SDC. However I still haven't a clue about how to reinstall an archived version. More importantly what changed to suddenly make what was working flawlessly suddenly start not working?
Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top
To reinstall an older version. Uninstall the one you have and reboot.

In SDC go File | Restore Archive
Pick a version and go.

As to cause; I don't know. I'd create a case for the stardock devs. Make sure to post your system info.
Reply #7 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Here's the system information.

WindowBlinds is installed correctly on this PC.

WindowBlinds appears to be activated on this PC

Your machine supports per pixel borders on WindowBlinds skins.

You have one monitor in total.

(Plug and Play Monitor) 1 is attached to NVIDIA Vanta

Wblind.dll      2006/06/29 10:20:34
Wbsrv.dll      2006/06/29 10:20:40
Wbconfig.exe      2006/03/19 14:33:44
Wbload.exe      2006/03/13 17:54:12
Wbhelp.dll      2004/09/18 16:37:00
Wbui.dll      2005/12/06 21:29:06
Tray.dll      2005/11/02 13:28:26

Sure would like to have a fix for this!