Install Widgets on Your PC

Did you ever want a virtual fish that swims on your desktop? Or a digital clock that is better than the one in your taskbar? There are ways of "changing" your computer to be like a Mac using widgets. This guide will show you how to install them.

Steps

  1. Search for "desktop widgets" on any search engine. Let's use the "Google Desktop" for this article as it is the easiest Widget to install.
  2. Download and install the program needed for the widgets to work. Just click "I Agree" to install the program NOTE: You may need WinRar if it is a .rar file before you can start the installation process
  3. After installation, the program will let you choose the features you want. Click "Done" when you're finished.
  4. The three buttons at the top gives you the option to customize your sidebar.
    • Pressing the "+" button will open a new window and you can choose to add gadgets on your sidebar.
    • The "-" button minimizes the sidebar and integrates with any programs you are using.
    • The "▼" button opens a drop down menu of customization options like auto hiding, changing font size and configuring your gadgets.

Tips

  • Looks better if you have a few icons on your desktop.
  • Before installing the program, check and make sure that your computer has the minimum requirements.
  • In order to use WinCustomize skins, you must buy & install the DesktopX from Stardock.

Warnings

  • Make sure you have a small limit on widgets that appear on "startup". Startup includes the application programs that "start up" when your computer boots up). The more widgets you have, the slower your computer will boot up.

Things You'll Need

  • A PC
  • Internet connection

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