The Windows operating system provides a function of so-called themes, one of which the user sees on the desktop of his computer.

Before moving on to topics, let's clarify that there are different versions of Windows 7.

How to find out your version, I wrote

Everything that is written below about how to change the desktop to Windows 7, NOT related to Windows 7 Starter and Home Basic. There is one desktop background and it is NOT editable or customizable.

A topic is a collection of external parameters of operating systems (OS):

• design of the start menu and taskbar,
• color scheme of all windows,
• view of icons on the desktop,
• background Pattern,
• etc.

All of these options usually have the same style for all the details in a particular theme. Thus, by activating a specific theme, you can immediately change the design of Windows as a whole. Typically, the user only makes an exception for the desktop background.

The full set of settings included in the theme is as follows:

• color and background image (photo) of the Desktop;
• screensaver;
• icons for standard icons (recycle bin, Computer, My Documents, etc.);
• cursor set;
• fonts, window style, taskbar design;
• sounds indicating various events in the system.

How to change desktop on Windows 7

We use the context menu. To do this, right-click on an empty spot on the Desktop (where there are no icons) and select "Personalization".

If you do without the context menu, then in the Start menu you should select "Control Panel", and in it click on "Personalization".

Rice. 1 Personalization window that allows you to select a Windows 7 desktop theme

The topic that is used is always marked with a frame (1 in Fig. 1). Before making any changes, you need to pay attention to what happened before, and it is advisable to remember it so that you can return to it if necessary. Do not rush to change everything at once.

You can create your own theme by adjusting the settings you want in the Personalization window (Figure 1). To do this, in the lower part of the window, you need to select a category for editing (Window color, Table background, etc.) and make the necessary changes. To save all the settings, you must use the "Save theme" link, after which in a new window you will need to specify the name of the created theme and click OK. After that, the new theme will always be available in the Personalization window. But many users, like myself, prefer to use ready-made themes for their desktop.

To change the "old" theme on the computer to another theme, in the "Personalization" window (Fig. 1), you just need to select the theme you like by clicking on it with the mouse. All affected settings are applied instantly (you don't even need to press anything else), so you can quickly evaluate the changes. After closing the window, the selected theme will remain.

Among the proposed themes (Fig. 1) there are "fancy" Aero themes, which differ in the use of all the graphical capabilities of Windows 7. There are simplified themes that are less demanding on hardware resources (hardware) of the computer.

For example, if you select a theme called Classic, you can see the combination of the seventh version with Windows 2000 - strict windows and the inscription Start on the button of the same name.

In the lower part of the "Personalization" window (Fig. 1), you can set the following parameters:

• desktop background - 2 in fig. one,
• window color - 3 in fig. one,
• sounds - 4 in fig. one,
• screensaver (Screen Saver) - 5 in fig. one.

Choosing a desktop background

Open the "Personalization" window by right-clicking on an empty space on the Desktop (Fig. 1). In this window, click on the link "Desktop background" (2 in Fig. 1). The "Desktop Wallpaper" window will open:

Rice. 2 Selecting a desktop wallpaper

You can open the drop-down list "Image location" (1 in Fig. 2) and select one of the following options:

• solid colors,
• Windows desktop backgrounds (2 in Figure 2),
• Image Library,
• Most popular photos.

You can search for a desktop wallpaper among these options. Using the "Browse" button (2 in Fig. 2), you can select a folder with your image (photo) on your computer and use it as a desktop background. Such a folder is automatically added to the Image Location list (1 in Figure 2).

The Image Position list (3 in Fig. 2) allows you to position the image on the desktop using one of the following options:

• Padding (the picture will be stretched across the screen, the edges may be cut off),
• By size (when the picture is full screen, but the edges of the screen can spoil the stripes with the background color),
• Stretch (the picture will stretch to fit the screen, but the proportions will be distorted),
• Tile (when the picture is copied to full screen, like a tile on a wall),
• Centered (the picture will be in the center of the screen, the background will protrude along the edges, approximately like a substrate).

If you check the box (4 in Fig. 2) "When running on batteries, pause the slide show to save power", then this allows you to avoid the rapid consumption of laptop batteries.

Using the drop-down list "Change picture every" (5 in Fig. 2), you can set the time interval through which the switch to another background image will take place.

How to make your photo as desktop background

As a background, you can use a photo or any picture in .bmp, .gif, .jpg format. The photo can be preliminarily

1. Place a photo or other drawing in the Pictures folder.
2. Click on the photo with the right mouse button.
3. Select the "Set as Desktop Background" command from the context menu that appears.

Window color and appearance

In the "Personalization" window (Fig. 1), you can click on the link "Window color" (3 in Fig. 1). The "Window color and appearance" window will open (Fig. 3):

Rice. 3 Window color and appearance when using the Windows Aero style

On fig. Figure 3 shows that the sky color is active on the computer (1 in Fig. 3). Active means that this color is set on the desktop of the computer.

You can choose your own window color by clicking on the link "Show color settings" (2 in Fig. 3). The Hue, Saturation, and Brightness sliders will then appear. By moving them, you can change the corresponding parameters. All changes take effect immediately. True, if you close the window using the Cancel button, the previous settings will be set again.

Rice. 4 Window for customizing the appearance of individual elements

Here you can evaluate with a master's eye many chips of the selected desktop theme. To do this, pay attention to the "Element", where there is a drop-down list (1 in Fig. 4). Select an element and after that you will see that you can change its size, color and font (2 in Fig. 4).

But do not get carried away with changing the elements, because not all of them are equally useful. But if everything has been changed beyond recognition, then it is better not to try to manually restore the previous settings, but to choose one of the ready-made standard themes.

Sound selection

Rice. 5 Sound window with Sounds tab open

On fig. Figure 5 shows that the “Login to Windows” program event (1 in Fig. 5) corresponds to the sound “Login to Windows.wav” (2 in Fig. 5). If you click on "Check" (3 in Fig. 5), you can hear and possibly recognize the sound when you enter Windows on your computer.

You can completely remove the sound for a particular program event (events), if it is annoying. To do this, in the "Sounds" list (2 in Fig. 5), select the very first option "No".

If you click on the "Browse" button (3 in Fig. 5), then find a suitable sound on your computer, then there will be a different sound for a particular event. You should not get carried away with changing sounds, because long and loud melodies can have a bad effect on the computer.

Screensaver

What is a Screensaver (5 in Fig. 1)? This is the picture that appears on the computer when the computer is idle, when the user does not press the keyboard, mouse, or touch screen.

Some users sometimes set a password for the screen saver so that an outsider cannot see the information on the screen. How to do it?

In the "Personalization" window, click on the "Screen Saver" link (5 in Fig. 1). Check the box next to "Start from the login screen" (On resume, display logon screen). Then, when you exit Screen Saver mode, the password entry screen will appear. After entering the password, you will be able to see your screen.

To remove the screen saver, just press any button on the keyboard or move the mouse.

However, this method does not work if a password is set on the screensaver. For without a password, an outsider will not remove the screensaver (by the way, neither will you). The main thing is not to overdo it with passwords (for some reason they are forgotten, lost, etc.) and do not forget the password for the splash screen yourself.

I do not use a splash screen, I do not use passwords, I use ready-made desktop themes. But each user determines the degree of convenience, protection and security for his computer independently with all the ensuing consequences.

Desktop backgrounds from the official Microsoft website

On the official Microsoft website, you can find a selection of desktop wallpapers on various topics: Animals, Art (drawings and photographs), Cars, Games, Holidays and seasons, Wonders of nature, Terrain and landscapes, Plants and flowers, Branded wallpapers, Panoramas.

Each image can be downloaded from the official website and made a desktop background on your computer.

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Welcome to the themes for Windows 7 section. This section contains a lot of beautiful and unique themes for Windows 7. With the advent of the new Windows 7 operating system, many companies and programmers themselves have written many beautiful and stylish themes for it. The difference between the themes of the new operating system and Windows XP is very significant. Firstly, this is a better graphic design, the presence of many elements that go along with the themes. And also the main feature is the effect of transparency of windows and other elements. In this regard, many so-called glass themes or with a transparency effect began to appear for Windows 7. Also accompanying elements that come with Windows 7 themes, such as cursors, icons, sound schemes, start menu items, sometimes skins greatly transform the monitor desktop. You can download Windows 7 themes from us, for free and without registration, by clicking on the archive with the file located below each material.

By visiting our site, you can see a wide variety of themes in terms of appearance and functionality. Windows 7 themes will transform and beautify your desktop, adding style and depth to it. All Windows 7 themes are handpicked and sorted, and tested for functionality and malware. New themes are installed very quickly without any freezes and glitches, but before installing third-party Windows 7 themes, you need to patch the system, this is described in the section -

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And of course, there is a text search for the screen saver on your desktop. We assign tags to each picture, which makes it easier to find. By the way, we have implemented it in 7 languages, including Ukrainian and Russian. Enter in the search field what should be shown in the picture, the language will be automatically detected.

Screen saver size selection and editing

On the picture page, there are dozens of resolutions of the most popular monitors. You can download wallpapers in original size or choose the one you want before downloading. Using the cropping frame, the image can be pre-cropped.

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Neon theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2013
Genre: Themes
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Interface language: Multilingual (Russian is present)
Bit depth: 32/64-bit
System: Windows 7 and 8
Description: Neon Skin Pack - package for the design of Windows 7 in a neon style with auto-installation. Includes colorful neon icons, a dark glossy theme, cursors with multiple effects, a utility that adds a blue shadow around application windows, and the "RocketDock" quick launcher. You will also change the loading animation and the welcome screen.
Add. Information: The package is suitable for x86 and x64 versions of Windows. The installation is completely automatic, you only need to run the exe file and follow the instructions by pressing a couple of buttons.

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2012

Theme for Windows 7 in the style of FC "Arsenal" / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1

Format: JPG, theme, exe
Description: Football fans tremble, and especially Arsenal football club. You have the opportunity to install a real football theme for Windows 7 on your desktop. As you can see, there are many additions and gadgets to the theme.

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Theme for Windows 7 in the style of World of Warcraft / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: World of Warcraft is a beautiful and at the same time convenient theme for fans of this game. The design was made by TheBull designer and as we can see in the picture everything is done at the highest level.
Add. Information: Difficulties during installation should not arise, everything is very clear there.

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2012

Theme for Windows 7 in the style of Spider Dark / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Themes
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: The Black Spiderman theme supports transparency effect, icon replacement, video wallpaper, system window background and more. Works on both 32-bit and 64-bit OS. On Vista, performance is unknown.
Add. Information: Difficulties during installation should not arise, everything is very clear there.

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2012

Razer Red & Green Theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Nema
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: We suggest adding two more themes to your collection of designs. Now available in red and green.
Add. Information: The archive has skins RocketDock, for the transparency of the explorer window.

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2012

Theme for Windows 7 in the style of AMD / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: High-quality theme in dark colors with the AMD logo. The theme works on both 32 and 64 bit systems. The assembly included a lot of gadgets and skins.
Add. Information: Difficulties during installation should not arise, everything is very clear there. The theme comes with additional gadgets that you can also install as an add-on.

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2012

Undisputed VS 2 theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: We advise you to take a look at this theme for Windows 7, especially for those who do not have very good eyesight. If you notice large enough fonts, turquoise stripes and circles on the soft dark background of the taskbar do not cut into the eyes, but simply complement it.
Add. Information: The kit also includes cursors, designer wallpaper and some original gadgets on your desktop.

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2012

Lamborghini theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: Yellow Lamborghini on the desktop. Very beautiful theme for motorists.
Add. Information: Works on 32/64-bit OS. On Vista, performance is unknown.

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2012

Adidas theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: Adidas is the world leader in sporting goods. Perhaps such a solid brand deserves an exclusive theme for Windows 7.
Add. Information: Difficulties during installation should not arise, everything is very clear there.

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2012

Creona theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: Dark theme with a tiger on your desktop.
Add. Information: Difficulties during installation should not arise, everything is very clear there. I would like to note that the theme comes with a clock gadget, a skin for the Rocketdock panel and designer icons.

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2012

Alienware theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, theme, exe
Description: Stunning Alienware theme. The blue font and buttons on a dark background look very impressive. Works on both 32 and 64bit OS. On Vista, performance is unknown.
Add. Information: Difficulties during installation should not arise, everything is very clear there.

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2012

The-VAULT theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: Not a bad theme for users who prefer dark glossy and transparent designs. It is also decorated with turquoise tones, in the form of various stripes both in the explorer and other corners of the desktop.
Add. Information: The set of icons “Blue Black Elegant” is perfect for this topic, you just see it in the screenshot. For quick and easy installation, the archive has an automatic installer.

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: Meet the next theme for the desktop design of your seven in the style of Apple. The design is made in characteristic light colors, contains system files for 32 and 64 bit versions of Windows 7, and a start button in the form of an apple. To match the screenshot, you will have to work hard to install the skin and icons for RocketDock, as well as the Iconpackager system icons.
Add. Information: Installation will not cause difficulties, but for additional chips you will need to try a little.

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HUD theme for Windows 7 / Theme for Windows 7

Release year: 2012
Genre: Theme
Number of files: 1
Resolution: 1600x1200, 2560x1600
Format: JPG, exe
Description: HUD Premium is a very attractive set to decorate your Windows 7 in dark blue techno style. One has only to copy the files to the themes folder and you will immediately have a choice between four varieties of this design. It should also be noted that you don’t even have to fiddle with system files, since everything is replaced automatically and after installation it will look like in the screenshot.
Add. Information: The package includes: Skins for ObjectDock/RocketDock Skins for Rainmeter Ga...

Add. Information: After installation, you will hear a completely new sound scheme, at least we still have that ...

You can download the personalization tool on various sites, you just need to enter “Themes for windows 7 with automatic installation” in the browser search engine.

What you need to know about themes with automatic installation?

Most users are aware that the seven is able to change the design of desktops. And unfortunately, the official theme only changes the background image.

But you want so much more, don't you? I would like to change all the icons and the cursor. Make the "Start" menu transparent or "leave" to the desktop.

It is for these purposes that themes with the possibility of automatic installation are created.

But how to install?

Basically, themes are downloaded as an archive, therefore:

1. Run Universal Theme Patcher, which is already in the archives.
2. We agree, that is, "I agree."
3. An image may appear near the files, in the form of a transparent shield. This means that the file needs to be patched.
4. Further, the program may offer or even require you to restart your PC.
5. After the reboot is completed, you need to copy the desired theme to the folder at the given path C: / Windows / Resources / Themes.
6. We go to the "Personalization" menu and select the installed themes from the proposed list.

You see, everything is very simple and will take no more than 5 minutes. You just need to figure it out.

Advice! You can choose the design for every taste, for any user. We wish you success in your transformations. Customize your PC to your tastes and desires.

Each person is unique and can transform his seven beyond recognition.

Sometimes, due to the presence of a theme, you might think that a completely new operating system is installed on the PC.

Adviсe:

• To install themes you need to have NET Flamework.
• Don't worry about themes not being suitable for your version of windows. Each theme, icons, cursors are tested on W 7 X 64.
• If you do not know which version of Windows is installed on your PC, then follow the instructions below:
  /My computer/right mouse button/properties menu/, in the window that opens you will be presented with complete user information.
• If you do not know what to choose during installation, then select "standard installation".

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