Simple Classic Theme (fully supports Windows 8.1, 10 and 11)
Jul 15, 2021 11:47:24 GMT -8
Post by andtave4545 on Jul 15, 2021 11:47:24 GMT -8
Basically, I saw this thread which is an amazing solution for Classic Theme and decided I wanted to create a GUI for it. It's a simple .NET app which does the following things:
- Installs and configures either SCT Taskbar or Open-Shell and StartIsBack to emulate a Classic taskbar/start menu experience
- Enables/Disables Classic Theme with a press of a button (or command)
- Runs Classic Theme in a way that both Explorer and Immersive apps run normally, without any bad looking theme files.
- Automatically enables Classic Theme on boot-up if it was enabled before shutdown
- It can install all these utilities when requested:
- Classic Task Manager
- 7+ Taskbar Tweaker
- ExplorerContextMenuTweaker
- T-Clock
- Folder Options X
- RibbonDisabler
How the Classic Theme works
Winlogon uses a shared memory section for handling themes. By removing access to this memory section the Winlogon process can no longer manage themes so the default theme is used, the Classic Theme. It's better then suspending the Desktop Window Manager because that bugs out the whole system while this still uses DWM to keep the system running smooth.
Screenshots of GUI (v1.0.6) running on Windows 10 Pro (version 1903) and Windows 8.1 Pro (build 9600):
Command Line Usage
SimpleClassicTheme.exe [OPERATION] {ARGS..}Operations:
- /enable This enables the classic theme
- /disable This disables the classic theme
- /configure This opens the classic theme control panel
- /boot This runs the boot circuitry of the utility. Do not use. Use /enableauto instead
- /enableauto This enables/disables (depending on current state) the classic theme, and if enabled in GUI, also the taskbar.
- -t, --enable-taskbar Enables/Disables classic taskbar as well (Depending on operation)
TODO
- Add an option to tweak taskbar settings to perfection (small buttons, toolbar, no cortana etc.)
- Improve OpenShell start menu
- Make File Explorer even more classic (pls give suggestions on that)
Guide (RECOMMENDED)
I've made a guide on Google Drive to make it easier for everyone.
Open the utility again and increase the Taskbar Delay
Download
The application can be downloaded through my Github
Before you download I just want to say one thing: I'm not taking any responsibility for any damage done to your PC. If you have a clean system and use my guide, you'll be fine!
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| Currently Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 1803+ only |
| Also: READ THE GUIDE BEFORE ASKING QUESTIONS |
| Also: READ THE GUIDE BEFORE ASKING QUESTIONS |
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Link to the Github page: github.com/AEAEAEAE4343/SimpleClassicTheme
Link to the Github download: github.com/AEAEAEAE4343/SimpleClassicTheme/releases/latest/download/SimpleClassicTheme.exe
KNOWN ISSUES:
- See the GitHub issue tracker for all known problems:
- github.com/AEAEAEAE4343/SimpleClassicTheme
How do I report bugs?
NOTE: Make sure you have the latest version before reporting any bugs!It's simple. Go to this page and create an issue on the Github issue tracker. Use the format provided!
