Screenshots of Desktop/Start Menu/Taskbar Thread

[SirPeterPan]

I saw a similar thread in the UNIX area. Since we don't have a Windows area where I can put this thread on, I decided to make it here. Just post screenshots of your desktop, start menu and taskbar here, and whatever you want to add. I'll start:
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Running Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate x86.

I use Windows Classic Theme, with all visual effects turned off, except the Smooth edge of screen fonts. The start menu has Notepad pinned because I need to run it as Administrator with frequency. The Start Menu folder shortcuts are personalized, but the software shortcuts that appear are those that I run with higher frequency.

I like desktop/taskbar small icons and I use the Customize option to only show those that I need to click with frequency. I don't leave any gadget activated, but sometimes I load the Weather gadget.

On boot startup, only Microsoft Security Essentials, RoboForm Pro, GoodSync Pro and Ad Muncher Pro run. Windows Services were tweaked by PC Tools Registry Mechanic.

(I don't use AnyBizSoft PDF Password Remover that often, so I leave it uninstalled for the most time)

[nanana1]

Hmm, the first one is a favourite time wasting thread. Now this 2nd one.::)

Is getting braggy over what software you use and suck up bandwidth as well with these bloated images:P

[SirPeterPan]

Hey, this is the software and services section. What are you expecting? ;)

The images were automatically optimized, they don't take much bandwidth. If moderators request, I can host them in some external free image hosting service as well.

In the UNIX section there is a similar thread. So I don't see any problem at all. If you don't want to post, just don't post. :)

[firzen771]

Desktop: http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/firzen771/Untitled-7.png

Start Menu: http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/firzen771/Untitled2-1.png

Desktop with icons hidden: http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/firzen771/Untitled3.png


i use Fences for the boxes on my desktop and to hide icons with a double click.

[Franklin]

Lean, Mean and Clean. ;)

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[TOMxEU]

Desktop: no icons (http://img245.imageshack.us/img245/2504/capture01032010211409.jpg), I do not spend my time looking on it and to start and aplication via an icon on desktop would mean to doublleclick and to minimize everything.

Start Menu (http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/373/capture01032010211419.jpg) to launch with 1 click, what I need daily and Start Menu's list (http://img245.imageshack.us/img245/8959/capture01032010211445.jpg), all nice and tidy, Windows "junk icons" in one folder as well as the others software.

P.S. I would prefer a quick launch taskbar, but since Windows 7 has such a stupid quick launch taskbar, I was forced to abandon it and use only start menu.

[PC__Gamer]

-{ Quote: "I saw a similar thread in the UNIX area. Since we don't have a Windows area where I can put this thread on, I decided to make it here. Just post screenshots of your desktop, start menu and taskbar here, and whatever you want to add. I'll start:
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Running Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate x86.

I use Windows Classic Theme, with all visual effects turned off, except the Smooth edge of screen fonts. The start menu has Notepad pinned because I need to run it as Administrator with frequency. The Start Menu folder shortcuts are personalized, but the software shortcuts that appear are those that I run with higher frequency.

I like desktop/taskbar small icons and I use the Customize option to only show those that I need to click with frequency. I don't leave any gadget activated, but sometimes I load the Weather gadget.

On boot startup, only Microsoft Security Essentials, RoboForm Pro, GoodSync Pro and Ad Muncher Pro run. Windows Services were tweaked by PC Tools Registry Mechanic.

(I don't use AnyBizSoft PDF Password Remover that often, so I leave it uninstalled for the most time)" }-
uurrghh, it looks all crappy. *lol*

[Greg S]

-{ Quote: "Desktop: http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/firzen771/Untitled-7.png

Start Menu: http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/firzen771/Untitled2-1.png

Desktop with icons hidden: http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/firzen771/Untitled3.png


i use Fences for the boxes on my desktop and to hide icons with a double click." }-
Is that Gmail Notifier Plus in your TaskBar?

[GlobalForce]

As an FYI, multiple shots can be kept *on site* by making use of the Image Gallery - it's purpose explained here (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=180165).

[cet]

This is my screenshot.Clean desktop.

[firzen771]

-{ Quote: "Is that Gmail Notifier Plus in your TaskBar?" }-

yes it is.

[GlobalForce]

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Looks (wiggling thumbs) good Cet.

[cet]

Thanks:)
And this is my start menu:the programs which I use most.

[Meriadoc]

Like it also.

-{ Quote: "Just post screenshots of your desktop, start menu and taskbar here" }-
nosy ain't you:P :) xp pro machine.

[GlobalForce]

Previous three ....
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[whitedragon551]

Here are my latest:

At Win 7 release

http://lookpic.com/i/258/34J92Ect.jpeg

and the rest:

http://lookpic.com/i/388/lu2R5dU.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/973/u9L2gm3c.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/85/VOWCVvlO.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/183/jeVKAqlT.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/933/NvNwHxZD.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/724/mVD6ZuLJ.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/356/Ptu3HdL1.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/58/4Yh1jBKU.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/330/s1QPG9z.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/523/cxkvgV0.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/528/kaco41vU.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/998/WuUgNLXs.jpeg
http://lookpic.com/i/99/WqFstFQD.jpeg

[Greg S]

-{ Quote: "yes it is." }-
Thanks, I use it too but it never will auto login.

[chrome_sturmen]

i'll throw in - heres mine - i basically only use my desktop as a place to hang a picture, most of the stuff i use most often is at the launcher at bottomleft

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww156/pink_moon_drake/Wilders/desktop0310.jpg

cheers *puppy*

[firzen771]

-{ Quote: "Thanks, I use it too but it never will auto login." }-

hmm, strange mine logs in fine on its own at boot.

[bgoodman4]

Each to their own way of working. I have my icons grouped in a manner that makes sense to me. I have looked at programs like Fences but preferred what I was used to.

[bgoodman4]

-{ Quote: "This is my screenshot.Clean desktop." }-

Very nice,,,,,,

[Osaban]

Astral Projection!

[Gizzy]

Here's mine, It's Windows XP Home with Emerge Desktop (http://emergedesktop.org/).

My start menu is in my right-click menu, I included it in the screenshot.
The icons on the bottom left are my open windows and the icons on the top right is the tray.

The weather and system info is a Samurize (http://forums.samurize.us/index.php?/topic/349-serious-samurize-1-64-3/) config I made.

[firzen771]

-{ Quote: "Here's mine, It's Windows XP Home with Emerge Desktop (http://emergedesktop.org/).

My start menu is in my right-click menu, I included it in the screenshot.
The icons on the bottom left are my open windows and the icons on the top right is the tray.

The weather and system info is a Samurize (http://forums.samurize.us/index.php?/topic/349-serious-samurize-1-64-3/) config I made." }-

its a pretty nice setup, and ive noticed lots of people have space wallpapers ;D and btw any chance u can post a link wer u got that wallpaper, im really liking it ;D

[Gizzy]

-{ Quote: "its a pretty nice setup, and ive noticed lots of people have space wallpapers ;D and btw any chance u can post a link wer u got that wallpaper, im really liking it ;D" }-
Thanks, you've got a nice setup too. :)

Here's the link to the wallpaper - http://casperium.deviantart.com/art/Earth-Wind-WS-121264188

Be sure to check out the other wallpapers by that person, http://casperium.deviantart.com/gallery/#Sci-Fi there's a lot of nice ones. :thumb:

[whitedragon551]

Here are 2 great places for wallpapers:

http://hotwallpapers.ws
http://mintywhite.com/category/wallpaper/

[firzen771]

thanks to both of u for the links, im a real fan of nice organized setups. and that guys deviant art does have a lot of great work.

[bgoodman4]

-{ Quote: "Here's mine, It's Windows XP Home with Emerge Desktop (http://emergedesktop.org/).

My start menu is in my right-click menu, I included it in the screenshot.
The icons on the bottom left are my open windows and the icons on the top right is the tray.

The weather and system info is a Samurize (http://forums.samurize.us/index.php?/topic/349-serious-samurize-1-64-3/) config I made." }-

That is a nice set-up for sure.

[nikanthpromod]

Using windows XP SP2
Using XP theme.
I make my computer Simple , clean and tidy8)
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[kasperking]

here's mine.........

[tony62]

Something i've knocked up recently:

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[raakii]

-{ Quote: "Each to their own way of working. I have my icons grouped in a manner that makes sense to me. I have looked at programs like Fences but preferred what I was used to." }-
Nice...Did you arrange the icons manually?


Regards,

[Sully]

Umm, I must be a geek or something. I use my desktop as the sandbox for things I am working on, and rarely to hold programs I seldom use. Normally I cannot even see a background, or it keeps me from finding one of lets say a 'few' files I am working with, so I don't use one normally.

Here is what mine currently looks like, but this changes, sometimes more, sometimes less.

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Sul.

[tony62]

-{ Quote: "Here is what mine currently looks like, but this changes, sometimes more, sometimes less.
" }-
Somewhat like my work system.:ouch:

[tony62]

Pure Classic, thanks to:
3D Colour Changer (http://wittswallpapers.com/Schemes/indexschemes.html)
...or specifically, this (http://wittswallpapers.com/Schemes/3dcc-en.zip)
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[ALookingInView]

Cool thread. 8)

Desktop
http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/527/20100629.png

[J_L]

Today's desktop on main system.

[Capp]

There was a pretty large thread over this same thing back in the days of Ten-Forward. Kinda miss that area of the forum. http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=49388

I'll post a screenshot later, but my background is just a gallery arrangement of pictures of my son, and the array of icons on my desktop are for day-to-day usage stuff.

[CloneRanger]

@nikanthpromod

Hey that's amazing, we can see right through your screen onto your back wall ;D

[John Bull]

Here is mine - beat that.

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[dw426]

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Beaten ;D

Edit: Blast it, I shouldn't do things at 4am when I'm tired. Oh well, it's tiny but viewable, lol.

[Mr.PC]

One of my PCs...

[SirPeterPan]

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[CiX]

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[3GUSER]

-{ Quote: "Here is mine - beat that.

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What a cute doggy ! If it is yours , please kiss it from me :)

[ourstanley]

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My 5 year old Grandson - insert *Proud* smiley

[Rules]

http://j.imagehost.org/0871/screen.png
Rules.

[The Seeker]

Here's mine.

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[Matthijs5nl]

Minimalistic, just like everything on my pc (see browser window topic).

[Dermot7]

There was a similar thread here:

http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=262008&highlight=Desktop

Be back to show you mine!

[the_sly_dog]

Here is Mine

[PRUHDG]

mio

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[Santos_L_Halper]

Mine

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[Newby]

-{ Quote: "Here is mine - beat that.

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Hey John . . . .

I can't beat the Bull. So what is next? Show me your IP :isay:

[sach1000rt]

beat this one

[ddot]

Home:

[JRViejo]

Merged new Show us your Desktop thread into this existing one, to keep all desktop images together.

[Sadeghi85]

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[iravgupta]

Move over Snow Leopard
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[pinso]

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[Franklin]

Devil Cat.

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[yoganaut]

Er ... that dog looks familiar, anyone's dog we know? ;D

GREAT CAT! :D

Some very cool pics!

[pabrate]

Here's mine :

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[mantra]

-{ Quote: "Pure Classic, thanks to:
3D Colour Changer (http://wittswallpapers.com/Schemes/indexschemes.html)
...or specifically, this (http://wittswallpapers.com/Schemes/3dcc-en.zip)
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i like a lot foobar!!
did you make the skin or did you download it?:thumb:

[tony62]

-{ Quote: "i like a lot foobar!!
did you make the skin or did you download it?:thumb:" }-
Hi mantra,

Thank you. It is my modified version of mogelbrod foobar2000 layout by mogelbrod.
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My mods:
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More info here (http://mogelbrod.deviantart.com/art/mogelbrod-foobar2000-layout-77744439) & here (http://www.hydrogenaudio.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=61384)

[ALookingInView]

Desktop under construction. Modding a Vista WB to work on 7, among other things.
I'm aware that the superbar's drop shadow and the dock skin's shadows and corners need some polish.
Click image for 100% zoom.

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[mata7]

here mine i like super clean

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/MATA7/Desktop.jpg

[Dermot7]

Here's my two on this laptop:

[acr1965]

my boring one

[Sully]

Here is a screen of win7. Typical state of things, stuff everywhere from what I am currently fiddling with ;)

desktop1 (http://mrwoojoo.com/screens/dsktop1.jpg)
desktop2 (http://mrwoojoo.com/screens/dsktop2.jpg)
desktop context menu (http://mrwoojoo.com/screens/dsktop_context.jpg)
mycomputer context menu (http://mrwoojoo.com/screens/mycomp_context.jpg)

Sul.

[tony62]

Settled with 7
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[firzen771]

tony, whats that system stats bar thing on the right side of ur desktop?

[J_L]

New look:

[tony62]

-{ Quote: "tony, whats that system stats bar thing on the right side of ur desktop?" }-
Moo0 SystemMonitor (http://www.moo0.com/?top=http://www.moo0.com/software/SystemMonitor/)
Custom colouring via Resource Hacker;)

[firzen771]

-{ Quote: "Moo0 SystemMonitor (http://www.moo0.com/?top=http://www.moo0.com/software/SystemMonitor/)
Custom colouring via Resource Hacker;)" }-

does the systemonitor take up a lot of resources itself?

[tony62]

This would depend from system to system & the fields you set up within the program.

I'm running W7 x64:

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[Sully]

-{ Quote: "Moo0 SystemMonitor (http://www.moo0.com/?top=http://www.moo0.com/software/SystemMonitor/)
Custom colouring via Resource Hacker;)" }-
Wow. I really like this utility. It has a lot of stuff I have been looking for since moving to win7 and dropping RivaTuner and Speedfan from ordinary usage. I have been using gadgets, and they work OK, but I like this better I believe.

Can you share what you used resource hacker on? Was it to modify a skin? I messed with it a little bit, hoping I could modify the labels, especially the Temps/fans/nics, but it did not seem to work. Any resources or infos you can share on what you modified?

Sul.

EDIT: I really like this tool. Using resource hacker I modified some of the xml strings to be shorter and not muck up the display quite so much. There are some variables assigned so you can't re-label everything. Overall though, I much prefer this to the gadgets I was using. Thanks ever so much for including the screenshot with this in it!

[tony62]

You can change any of the RGB values to get the desired result;) Highlighted below is the background colour. Best way to find out, is to modify them yourself. Also note, that i have removed all other skins from the script.
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The below values are a 'Select all' & paste from the script.

<SkinSetXml><SkinSet><ThinWindow numOfSkins="1"></ThinWindow><ThinWindow_0 name="Custom"><windowBg R="41" G="41" B="45"></windowBg><windowFg R="94" G="94" B="94"></windowFg><compFg R="132" G="132" B="132"></compFg><compDisabled R="76" G="76" B="76"></compDisabled><groupBorder R="132" G="132" B="132"></groupBorder><text R="234" G="224" B="221"></text><textOutLineSpecific R="33" G="33" B="33"></textOutLineSpecific><sliderBg R="68" G="116" B="165"></sliderBg><listHeaderBg R="109" G="109" B="109"></listHeaderBg><listHeaderFont R="255" G="233" B="0"></listHeaderFont><listBg R="221" G="221" B="221"></listBg><listFont R="0" G="0" B="0"></listFont><listAlternate R="238" G="238" B="238"></listAlternate><counter01 R="68" G="116" B="165"></counter01><counter02 R="0" G="255" B="0"></counter02></ThinWindow_3></ThinWindow_0></SkinSet></SkinSetXml>

[Noob]

Here is mine:
;D :thumb: :thumb: Very Simple

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I like my desktop as clean as possible, also the tray bar :thumb:

[Warlockz]

I couldn't post the HiDef pic of my DT here so the color in the pic is kinda faded, I also like mine Clean, I hate Icons with text on my DT....

Resources :thumb:
DeviantArt (http://browse.deviantart.com/customization/skins/windows7/)
Virtual Customs (http://virtualcustoms.net/)
CreativeX (http://creativx.net)
RocketDock (http://rocketdock.com/)
Rainmeter (http://rainmeter.net/RainCMS/)

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[ALookingInView]

In no hurry to finish this (http://img513.imageshack.us/img513/4594/wipwinter9.png) (1920x1080 png hosted by ImageShack).

[whitedragon551]

-{ Quote: "In no hurry to finish this (http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/2449/wipwinter4.png) (1920x1080 png hosted by ImageShack)." }-

Where did you get those icons?

[ALookingInView]

http://brsev.deviantart.com/
Plenty of others have added to his work as well -- search "Token" then refine it by clicking on Customization, etc.

[whitedragon551]

-{ Quote: "http://brsev.deviantart.com/
Plenty of others have contributed to his work as well -- search "Token" then refine it by clicking on Customization, etc." }-

I think Ive used the Token icons before, but they didnt look like that.

[ALookingInView]

You might be thinking of the original, "Dark", version. He didn't make the "Light" ones until a few weeks later IIRC.

[ALookingInView]

Closer (http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/6764/wipwinter10.png). None of it's my work. I might do something for Rainmeter, if I end up using it, but that'll be about it.
In case anyone's interested: digital excellence here (http://zainadeel.deviantart.com/art/Blend-2-0-for-Windows-7-191678865), but I strongly advise custo newbies to image or backup first (no matter the degree of customization and method(s) used).

Edit: Added link.

[bigc73542]

I have been using this desktop for a while now.

[3GUSER]

-{ Quote: "I have been using this desktop for a while now." }-

Nice one , bigc :thumb: ;D

[firzen771]

-{ Quote: "Closer (http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/6764/wipwinter10.png). None of it's my work. I might do something for Rainmeter, if I end up using it, but that'll be about it.
In case anyone's interested: digital excellence here (http://zainadeel.deviantart.com/art/Blend-2-0-for-Windows-7-191678865), but I strongly advise custo newbies to image or backup first (no matter the degree of customization and method(s) used).

Edit: Added link." }-

thats quite a gorgeous looking theme, im gunna try it out, thanks for the link :thumb:

[ALookingInView]

-{ Quote: "thats quite a gorgeous looking theme, im gunna try it out, thanks for the link :thumb:" }-
No doubt. No problem.

[lloollooll]

-{ Quote: "here's mine........." }-


wooooooow

very naic desktop
pleas i need Wallpaper

MY desktop

http://www.7kawina.com/up/upfiles/fpc07094.png (http://www.7kawina.com/up/)

[The Seeker]

Quite simple.

[ruinebabine]

Nice wallpaper, btw. It's looking a bit as Stellarium that I like using as a screensaver right now.

[nisby79]

Here's mine.
http://img155.imageshack.us/i/screenshotdesktop.png/

[ALookingInView]

Enough minor tweaks to justify an updated shot (http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/9735/wipwinter11.png).

[ALookingInView]

Current (http://img830.imageshack.us/img830/1963/35578684.png). Traditional taskbar placement only because it looks a little off in the better locations. Hope to see this (http://ap-graphik.deviantart.com/art/Soft7-2-0-beta-2-161602097) VS fully skinned in the final because I'm too lazy to do it myself.

[Rules]

Actual Desktop

Rules.

[JRViejo]

-{ Quote: "Just as swapping parts in your rig can make all the difference, so can custom building an interface in your very own OS. Mods like Rainmeter have spawned communities dedicated to trickin' out their user interfaces--many with dramatic and beautiful new looks. Check out our 20 favorite in the gallery below!" }-
20 Best Windows Desktop Mods (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/20_best_windows_desktop_mods) by Alex Castle.

[Mr.PC]

-{ Quote: "20 Best Windows Desktop Mods (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/20_best_windows_desktop_mods) by Alex Castle." }-
Very impressive!
Much appreciated :thumb:

[JRViejo]

Mr.PC, you're welcome! Take care.

[Konata Izumi]

My desktop :)

[J_L]

Another update:

[J_L]

Revival time, re-installation:

[d0t]

-{ Quote: "mio

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Does any1 know what software makes that ninja taskbar in the top of the screen :lurking: ?

[Meriadoc]

Royale Noir (http://www.istartedsomething.com/20061029/royale-noir/) with xp.

[COMPYPY]

My desktop:::::

http://i56.tinypic.com/308i2r9.jpg

[COMPYPY]

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/707/15047808.png/

[mantra]

-{ Quote: "Revival time, re-installation:" }-
beautiful wallpaper
where can i get it?

cheers

[abu shofwan]

Show time ! My old XP ;D .Click image to get sharpen :)

[J_L]

-{ Quote: "beautiful wallpaper
where can i get it?

cheers" }-
Here you go: http://wallpaperswide.com/space_station-wallpapers.html

[mantra]

-{ Quote: "Here you go: http://wallpaperswide.com/space_station-wallpapers.html" }-
beautiful thanks:thumb:
about wallpaper and customize i know only deviantart :(

[Seer]

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[J_L]

-{ Quote: "beautiful thanks:thumb:
about wallpaper and customize i know only deviantart :(" }-
You're welcome.
There are plenty more sites: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/places-look-free-wallpapers.htm

[mrpink]

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/402/desktopyi.png/

StandaloneStack (http://www.chrisnsoft.com/standalonestack) for launcher, HideDesktopIcons (http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/create-a-shortcut-or-hotkey-to-turn-the-desktop-icons-on-or-off/) for hiding the recycle bin and PerfectClock (http://www.alsedi.com/perfect_clock.php) from Giveawayoftheday for clock and calendar

[SirPeterPan]

-{ Quote: "http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/402/desktopyi.png/

StandaloneStack (http://www.chrisnsoft.com/standalonestack) for launcher, HideDesktopIcons (http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/create-a-shortcut-or-hotkey-to-turn-the-desktop-icons-on-or-off/) for hiding the recycle bin and PerfectClock (http://www.alsedi.com/perfect_clock.php) from Giveawayoftheday for clock and calendar" }-

Looks nice. ;D

[mrpink]

-{ Quote: "Looks nice. ;D" }-
Thanks!

[nisby79]

mine with rainmeter circuitos modded


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[poison]

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[poison]

I didn't blank out the start menu by the way that's how it looks always because of the privacy settings.

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[mantra]

-{ Quote: "mine with rainmeter circuitos modded


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may i know about the dock?

thanks

[saakeman]

Mine

https://plus.google.com/111304478176650472244/posts/bhEqJBWJJBN

[mrpink]

http://i43.tinypic.com/e0s93d.jpg

[nisby79]

-{ Quote: "may i know about the dock?

thanks" }-


rocketdock with token icon (http://brsev.deviantart.com/art/Token-128429570?q=boost%3Apopular%20token&qo=7)

[nisby79]

NEW screenshot with Static 2.0 theme (http://browse.deviantart.com/customization/skins/windows7/visualstyle/?qh=&section=&q=static+2.0#/d3ed2n3)

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[gdawe5]

In the spirit of Xmas, this is mine for now:
http://www.greenwallpaper.org/backgrounds/green_christmas_wallpaper-849578.jpeg

Ref: http://www.greenwallpaper.org

[JimboW]

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[Arcanez]

my desktop currently:

[RADEON0101]

Here is my desktop.

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[JRViejo]

Moved Post to Proper Forum.