Does Object Dock Plus Have Shutdown / Restart Commands?

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I am currently using OD 1.9 free. The one thing it is missing (for me) are built in commands for shut down / restart / standby. I have found the docklet exitwindowsv1.2 which seems to provide the function, but the docklet will not allow me to change the icon image from the default question mark via the "dock entry properties".

I know the docklet author must fix that. I am wondering if OD Plus will add any new internal commands to perform shut down / restart / standby and negate my need for exitwindowsv1.2.

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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I use this one with the free version: Shutdown
Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
There is not an included shutdown command in v 1.9 +

With OD+ v 1.9 I use the exit windows docklet v1.2...rightclick on docklet...select dock properties and see image?....select change image...the same as for any other icon. You can also choose color & glow effects here. I use 3 of these on a permanent dock, changing icons frequently & would be lost without them.

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Reply #3 from Stardock Forums Top
MySecret,
I am trying to use the same docklet, but I am unable to change it's icons via the usual properties dialogs. I have this same situation on 2 different systems. I did d/l the docklet independantly for each system, but from the same source (wincustomize).

Can you post a link to the archive you have that appears to function?
Reply #4 from Stardock Forums Top
I have pushed further and resolved the initial issue of icon changes to the shutdown commands.

Neither of the 2 shutdown docklets mentioned here so far would allow me to change the icon. I know where / how to do it, but the image would not update.

It turns out that the icon(s) I want to use must be in the c:\PF\SD\OD\BUNDLED IMAGES directory. These docklets are not able to recognize or use the images if I have them in the \my documents\SD\OD Library.

I do not know if the issue is with the docklets (since they probably pre-date OD 1.9) or OD. I am able to use \my documents\SD\OD Library icons with shortcuts to individual programs, but apparently not docklets.
Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top
the one I mentioned allows me to change to what ever I want, wherever the image is stored
Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top
PapaShex, I am using the same link that you are from wincustomize. I just changed the icons using the internet icon included in the bundled images folder as well as the icons I have in my images folder in the My documents OD folders All of my docklets allow me to change the icons regardless of where the image is stored as well...but just thought of something...I copy my docklets to the

C:\Program Files\Stardock\ObjectDock\docklets folder. It seemed that some docklets did not work correctly if I left them in the My Documents OD folder only.(I still have copies of the docklets in the My documents folder) Wonder if that is the problem on your system.

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Reply #7 from Stardock Forums Top
I have confirmed these results on both systems that I use and have OD 1.9 free installed on.

I have always been placing the docklets in the "program files" directories of OD, never tried the "my documents" directories for them. Changing of docklet images only works when both image and docklet are stored in the "program files" directories of OD.

While I can change application shortcut images from either library source, being forced to maintain 2 libraries is silly. I will just have to not use the "my documents" libary locations.

I cam live with that but if the "my documents" library is a new 1.9 feature, it's a bust for me.
Reply #8 from Stardock Forums Top
the one I mentioned allows me to change to what ever I want, wherever the image is stored


Your shutdown app behaves the same way. I can only change image if both app and image are in the "program files" directories. As stated in previous post, still usable but wierd.
Reply #9 from Stardock Forums Top
Last bit on this topic.

The issue is not only with 3rd party docklets. I cannot change icon image on original SD docklets either unless the image is in the "program files" directories.

Guess I'll hold off on purchasing plus untill v2.0. I was looking forward to the flyouts though   
Reply #10 from WinCustomize Forums Top
PapaShex something may have been...confused in your install...I would suggest first clearing the cache Tutorial HERE.  Do this first in order to delete any saved settings.
Then make sure that you have put all of your images, backgrounds, docklets ect in a safe place.......other than the OD folder in My documents....just place them in a different folder in my documents, or simply rename them ...

Then uninstall OD...use a registry cleaner as well....& make sure the OD folder in My documents is deleted. We want all traces of OD removed completely. *Note that if you installed via Stardock Central...then uninstall this way & make sure to agree to uninstall all skins, images ect.

Now if you do not have it install Stardock Central:Found HERE

Now install OD via SDC (Stardock Central)..Find OD listed under MISC...see if this corrects the issue with OD recognizing the OD folder in My documents.....*Note that if you choose to install the free version, then install the plus...you MUST uninstall the free versions first & should clean the cache as well...same steps as above.

OD plus is a pleasure to use and the flyouts are great, I hope that you will be soon able to enjoy using the program.
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Reply #11 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Now install OD via SDC (Stardock Central)..Find OD listed under MISC.


PapaShex
Reply #7
I have confirmed these results on both systems that I use and have OD 1.9 free installed on.


OD Free will be under 'Free Stuff' - OD+ will be under 'MISC'
Reply #12 from Stardock Forums Top
Thanks for the cache clearing tips MS. I will keep it in mind but I think that waiting for the next release will be my best bet.

Keep in mind that this situation has occurred on 2 different systems. The OD free is the only SD app on either of them. I am a reg'd WB user but have quit using it long ago for other reasons. It was never installed to either of the systems in question.

The fact that the error is repeated convinces me the issue lies with it, and does not speak well for the software. I don't know how I could have confused both installs by simply running the executable. I'll be back when SD fixes the code and a demo works properly.

Again, thanks for your time.

Reply #13 from WinCustomize Forums Top
hmmm... is Bebi posing as MySecret?


forum color fix... now
Reply #14 from WinCustomize Forums Top
ooppss My bad it is a pretty blue


PapaShex I do not believe this is a regular occurrence with OD...I would suggest emailing support@stardock.com. I would be interested in any answer you receive

It's My Secret
Reply #16 from Stardock Forums Top
papashex you can also try this, add additional shortcut to your objectdock and put this in "Title: Shutdown"; "Link: C:\WINDOWS\system32\shutdown.exe" (assuming your using WinXP) and in the Arguments tab "-s -t 05" the command -s is for shutdown and the -t 05 is how many seconds it will shutdown your pc.

and for the reboot add a new shortcut again to your objectdock, in the "Title: Reboot or Restart"; "Link: C:\WINDOWS\system32\shutdown.exe"; "Arguments: -r -t 05"

note: don't put the quotes, you can choose what icon you want for the Shutdown/Restart.

hope this helps.