Windows XP Themes

How do you install the themes from the gallery? Where do I place the files after unzipping them?

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Reply #1 Top

What themes? 

Keep in mind that in order to apply any theme you download from the gallery you need the appropriate program to run them.  For instance in order to apply a WindowBlinds skin/theme you need the WindowBlinds program.

Reply #2 Top

the description box at the top  of each gallery page mentions the program needed to use the skin

it also has a link to get the software

Reply #3 Top

Okay, thanks for that info. But, when the files are zipped you have to put them in the correct place to use them right? Which directory would I place my theme files after unzipping them? Example: the theme is a Window Blinds theme, I have the trial version of the program, where in the Window Blinds program files do I place the theme? 

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You would extract the .wba file from inside the .zip and then install it using Windowblinds itself by clicking on "Add Visual Styles" then browse to where the .wba file is and select it.

Reply #5 Top

or just double click the .wba and it will self install

Reply #6 Top

Ahhh, okay. Sounds great. Thanks.

Which program do I need to download the Desktop Gadgets?

Reply #7 Top

Why can't I install Window Blinds if I have My Colours already installed? What gives?

Reply #8 Top

Desktop Gadgets
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...are for Vista

 

sometimes WB doesn't play well with Mycolors.

Reply #9 Top

MyColors uses a paid version of WB to apply skins

Trial version doesn't like to install alongside a paid version

Reply #10 Top

Sidebar Gadgets are for Vista, Desktop Gadgets require no extra program to run them. They are created with Desktop X but don't need Desktop X installed to run.

Reply #11 Top

Ahh, I see. Damn Vista. That thing has more problems and bugs than a hooker in downtown L.A. LOL. Thanks for the info.