Give your Windows a Linux look.

Hitboxx · 01-01-2008, 05:26 AM

[..I just wanted to share this..]

I dual-boot with Linux and Windows, one being my regular desktop and other, my gaming platform. I always have liked the looks of Linux and wanted to give the pale looking Windows the same. Finally I did it. How? Read on. (Disclaimer: I have done this on Windows XP, and not sure about other Windows versions)

The LOOK:

Before adding any custom themes to Windows, you have to patch it to allow the loading of unsigned themes. Get the patch here.

Once downloaded all you need to do is run it and follow the instructions. Be sure to hit cancel when it asks to enter the Windows CD and reboot.

Then get the following Linux looking themes.
1) Clearlooks (Gnome)
2) Plastik (KDE)
3) Human (Ubuntu)

Extract the individual folders of the above themes and place it in C:\Windows\Resources\Themes. That's it, you're done.

Now to apply it, right-click on desktop, go to properties and then to Appearance tab. You can also play with the colour and font settings.

The ICONS:

The Tango icons has been one of the best available for Linux. All you need to do is get the Tango Patcher and run it. After is applies the icons, reboot.

And the look remains half-empty if you're using Firefox and Thunderbird. Get the icons for them too.
1) Firefox : https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/1565/
2) Thunderbird : https://addons.mozilla.org/thunderbird/2258/

Finally add a nice wallpaper to go with the flow. Enjoy

RESOURCES
Gnome-look.org
KDE-look.org
Interfacelift
Belchfire.net
Deviantart

01-01-2008, 08:59 AM

Thanks very much.

gowtham · 01-01-2008, 10:35 AM

^^ good one. tnx

**MetalheadGautham** · 01-01-2008, 10:36 AM

the thing I was searching for the past two weeks *sigh" I got it

Cool G5 · 01-01-2008, 12:08 PM

Thanks.
Very good tut.

anand1 · 01-01-2008, 12:15 PM

Good one. Sorry i will try it because i m having a low configuration PC. Sorry for that.
Anyways nice work man. Keep such tut pouring in...!

**MetalheadGautham** · 01-01-2008, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anand1

Good one. Sorry i will try it because i m having a low configuration PC. Sorry for that.
Anyways nice work man. Keep such tut pouring in...!

you don't need more than 128 mb ram to use this.

praka123 · 01-01-2008, 02:16 PM

sssssshhhhh

i already posted this looong back in this section.

khattam_ · 03-01-2008, 05:15 AM

Fedora Transformation Pack from last months DVD may also help.

Download Link:
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/...ion-pack.shtml

**MetalheadGautham** · 03-01-2008, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by khattam_

Fedora Transformation Pack from last months DVD may also help.

Download Link:
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/...ion-pack.shtml

WOW! How good is this performance and stability wise? Has this been tested by anybody before? I am always a bit untrusting when it comes to theme-packs(mainly transformation packs) because we can't be sure at first sight regarding the things it actually changes and if it has a restore option(uninstall everything and return to normal state)

fun2sh · 03-01-2008, 04:38 PM

FOR THE LINUX FAN!!! HUH!!!
vista gui is lot better

**MetalheadGautham** · 03-01-2008, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fun2sh

FOR THE LINUX FAN!!! HUH!!!
vista gui is lot better

openions differ

Charan · 03-01-2008, 05:04 PM

finally!!! I can use these wonderfull themes in windows

03-01-2008, 06:03 PM

nice 1

blueshift · 03-01-2008, 06:27 PM

thanks. This is much needed.

Hitboxx · 03-01-2008, 07:54 PM

I don't normally trust these packs but if you're interested in them, then get these 5 complete packs(including the Fedora one).

Cool G5 · 03-01-2008, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MetalheadGautham

WOW! How good is this performance and stability wise? Has this been tested by anybody before? I am always a bit untrusting when it comes to theme-packs(mainly transformation packs) because we can't be sure at first sight regarding the things it actually changes and if it has a restore option(uninstall everything and return to normal state)

I have tested the fedora transformation pack & to tell you the truth i didn't like it.Also it doesn't look like fedora in the first place.Gaudy startup screen etc etc.

The vista transformation 7 pack by Mr.X was good,i am still using it.

Faun · 03-01-2008, 11:50 PM

lol...i posted something similar a long back.

Using ubuntu Human looks and tangy icon set since december07

**MetalheadGautham** · 04-01-2008, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cool G5

I have tested the fedora transformation pack & to tell you the truth i didn't like it.Also it doesn't look like fedora in the first place.Gaudy startup screen etc etc.

The vista transformation 7 pack by Mr.X was good,i am still using it.

I asked about its safety, ease of removal, etc.

Batistabomb · 04-01-2008, 06:31 PM

useful post, sure it will be one of the best thread

Hitboxx · 04-01-2008, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MetalheadGautham

I asked about its safety, ease of removal, etc.

Yes they all have (un)installers and (un)loaders and usage is easy. What I think becomes a mess is the no of 3rd party apps they install with them.,ie., like vista-tooltip, real transparency etc.

ax3 · 07-01-2008, 12:35 PM

awesome ........ thanx a lot ........

casanova · 07-01-2008, 06:55 PM

Screenies look awesome. Will give it a try

Cool G5 · 08-01-2008, 08:45 PM

@metalheadgautam - If you carefully read the instructions,then there is no stability or uninstallations problems.Just select the apps you want,rest uncheck.

praka123 · 08-01-2008, 08:48 PM

haha!now winnies will go Linux easy,if they are comfortable with these themes!

01-01-2008, 05:26 AM	#1 (permalink)
Hitboxx Juke Box Hero Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,204	Give your Windows a Linux look. [..I just wanted to share this..] I dual-boot with Linux and Windows, one being my regular desktop and other, my gaming platform. I always have liked the looks of Linux and wanted to give the pale looking Windows the same. Finally I did it. How? Read on. (Disclaimer: I have done this on Windows XP, and not sure about other Windows versions) The LOOK: Before adding any custom themes to Windows, you have to patch it to allow the loading of unsigned themes. Get the patch here. Once downloaded all you need to do is run it and follow the instructions. Be sure to hit cancel when it asks to enter the Windows CD and reboot. Then get the following Linux looking themes. 1) Clearlooks (Gnome) 2) Plastik (KDE) 3) Human (Ubuntu) Extract the individual folders of the above themes and place it in C:\Windows\Resources\Themes. That's it, you're done. Now to apply it, right-click on desktop, go to properties and then to Appearance tab. You can also play with the colour and font settings. The ICONS: The Tango icons has been one of the best available for Linux. All you need to do is get the Tango Patcher and run it. After is applies the icons, reboot. And the look remains half-empty if you're using Firefox and Thunderbird. Get the icons for them too. 1) Firefox : https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/1565/ 2) Thunderbird : https://addons.mozilla.org/thunderbird/2258/ Finally add a nice wallpaper to go with the flow. Enjoy RESOURCES Gnome-look.org KDE-look.org Interfacelift Belchfire.net Deviantart

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