WindowBlinds™ 7.91 beta is available for download now!

May 30, 2013 4:01 PM from

Object Desktop subscribers now have access to the WindowBlinds 7.91 beta (Beta1 update).

Current Object Desktop subscribers

Visit your Stardock account now to download the beta and you will also have free access to the final release version in the near future.

Note: WindowBlinds 7.91 beta supports Windows 7 and 8 only.

Info about upgrades for current WindowBlinds (non-Object Desktop) customers will be available at a later date.

Many many fixes, including Photoshop, Logitech, Chrome after switching back to Aero, installer message about ESET AV workaround (they are working on a fix to the AV app itself), taskbar not picking up transparency, texture editor not opening, buttons for user applying backgrounds, and more.

Kris

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Reply #1 May 30, 2013 4:37 PM from

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Well Done!

Reply #2 May 30, 2013 4:58 PM from

WinCustomize Forums Top

I installed Windows 8 yesterday, closely followed by WB 7.90, I had the WB icon in the systray, but it didn't do anything at all.

Just installed WB7.91, and now I don't have the icon in the systray at all!! Any ideas what could be wrong?

(I also have Start8, Decor8 and ModernMix installed) B[]

UPDATE: The WB icon now shows in the systray, but still doesn't do anything.........

Reply #3 May 30, 2013 6:10 PM from

WinCustomize Forums Top

Do we uninstall the first beta? Or install over?

EDIT: Guess not!

Reply #4 May 30, 2013 8:00 PM from

WinCustomize Forums Top

I just installed over it. No issues here. Just remember to reboot.

Reply #5 May 30, 2013 10:11 PM from

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Alright, needed to stop in and say you guys kick ass. Was getting really frustrated with win 8 and now It's doing much better. Windowblinds8 + Start8 + Decor8 = infinity better user experience. Just wanted to say great job guys.

side note- Upon installing windowblinds 8 and restarting (no other applications of yours yet installed at the time), I couldn't locate anything to open it. I re installed a second time and refused the restart and then the activation window came up. Just passing it on.

Reply #6 May 31, 2013 8:25 AM from

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Might be nice to pin as things can get lost real fast in the normal posting thread. I held off on 7.8 but this one is now ready for a try. Well done.

Reply #7 May 31, 2013 4:37 PM from

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I hope you guys can fix the issue with firefox (default theme) and with its menu bar set to off.

Reply #8 May 31, 2013 6:32 PM from

WinCustomize Forums Top

@JCR2323 maybe you should report the issue first and then hope they fix it, just saying. I use FF and have the latest version of WB running and don't know what you are talking about. Maybe a good point to start is: https://forums.wincustomize.com/444609/page/7/#3365313 and I'm sure Stardock would appreciate a screenshot...

Reply #9 May 31, 2013 7:18 PM from

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^^ fillup4 already provided the screenshot in that thread you posted. post #103

Reply #10 May 31, 2013 11:08 PM from

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Not to look like an idiot here, been a Stardock supporter since WinXP...

But how do I get the beta copy?!? I have Win8 and have been waiting for this since I got this OS!! It says "Visit your Stardock account now to download the beta and you will also have free access to the final release version in the near future.". I visit my account and there is no link to buy or download the beta. Just an option to re-download the version that only works with WinXP and 7. What am I missing here?!? Have I missed out and you have already reached your maximum quota of beta supporters, or is there a link (hidden) and I'm missing it.. Help an old guy out and point me in the right direction please!!

Reply #11 May 31, 2013 11:19 PM from

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From the OP:

Info about upgrades for current WindowBlinds (non-Object Desktop) customers will be available at a later date.

graphicsgod, do you have an active subscription to ObjectDesktop?

If not, you'll get access later. I don't know when.

Reply #12 June 1, 2013 12:09 AM from

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Quoting RedneckDude, reply 11

From the OP:

Info about upgrades for current WindowBlinds (non-Object Desktop) customers will be available at a later date.

graphicsgod, do you have an active subscription to ObjectDesktop?

If not, you'll get access later. I don't know when.

Ahh that's what I was missing... I purchased everything separately.. And have kept it that way for years. Just didn't like having an "all in one" program. So us cheap bastards, got to wait :'(..

Hmm now I'm wondering if I should pay $50 bucks just to get access to one program that I desperately need, or wait (even longer) to only pay for what I am missing (since the version of WB I have doesn't work with Win8).. Decisions decisions!!

Oh well, thanks for the reply!!

Reply #13 June 1, 2013 12:26 AM from

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Quoting graphicsgod, reply 12

Hmm now I'm wondering if I should pay $50 bucks

If it helps, you should be able to upgrade to Object Desktop for $34.99

https://www.stardock.com/products/odnt/purchase.asp

I haven't seen anything regarding WB7 to WB8 pricing, don't think it's been decided.

Also, fwiw, Object Desktop isn't really an "all in one program" or a "suite", it's several individual programs.

Reply #14 June 1, 2013 12:31 AM from

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Quoting DaveRI, reply 13

Also, fwiw, Object Desktop isn't really an "all in one program" or a "suite", it's several individual programs.

This is true, and it's more economical to get ObjectDesktop. You save a good bit over buying seperately, plus you get the added value of getting some upgrades for free.

Reply #15 June 2, 2013 12:37 PM from

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I unloaded the v7.90 version, installed the 7.91 version, rebooted -- and Windowblinds is running -- without any problems.

Reply #16 June 6, 2013 9:30 PM from

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WindowBlinds is not installed correctly on this PC would you like to fix it?

Nothing happens when I choose yes.

I bought beta for WindowBlinds 7.9x (WB 8)Windows 8

Reply #17 June 7, 2013 6:52 PM from

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I sure wish i could get a discount for object desktop since I have blinds, iconpackager and windowsfx and cursorfx so I could try the beta.

Reply #18 June 7, 2013 7:00 PM from

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Quoting Seedofevil, reply 17

I sure wish i could get a discount for object desktop since I have blinds, iconpackager and windowsfx and cursorfx so I could try the beta.

You can upgrade for $34.99.

https://www.stardock.com/products/odnt/purchase.asp

Reply #19 June 7, 2013 7:14 PM from

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Quoting Seedofevil, reply 17

so I could try the beta.

Or check the link in the initial post here:

https://forums.wincustomize.com/445420/page/1/#3368608

Reply #20 June 7, 2013 7:34 PM from

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When I check my available downloads the beta showing is version 7.95 for Windowblinds 8. Is this the correct download? I guess I'm a bit behind in upgrading as I've been using version 7.41 of windowblinds 7.

Reply #21 June 7, 2013 7:53 PM from

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Quoting NrseBiker, reply 20

7.95 is correct.

Reply #22 June 7, 2013 7:59 PM from

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Thank you

Reply #23 June 8, 2013 3:17 AM from

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Thank you for releasing the beta to for us that don't use/own the full suite!! I'm so happy I could cry!! I paid $8 and it was soooo worth it!!! I finally have a Windows 8 UI that doesn't look like a throwback to Windows 98..

Here is how happy I am..

THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!!

Now we just need to fix the log-in screen, so it's just not a boring flat color. Not asking for a lot, just to be able to replace the color with an image for the background. Searched the net, but only found crazy people wanting to get rid of their Windows7 log-in for Win8 (WTF?!?). Anyone have any ideas, or will Stardock have to get involved and release another program to fix that as well?!?...

Reply #24 June 8, 2013 3:23 AM from

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I still cant install it. My above post has not been replied to either.....

WindowBlinds is not installed correctly on this PC would you like to fix it?

Nothing happens when I choose yes.

I bought beta for WindowBlinds 7.9x (WB 8)Windows 8

Reply #25 June 8, 2013 4:58 AM from

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Quoting nickblears, reply 24

I still cant install it. My above post has not been replied to either.....

You should initiate a trouble ticket by emailing support@stardock.com and include as much detail as possible in order for Support to assist you.

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