The most affordable versions of the Windows 7 operating system, which come preinstalled on many laptops and desktops, have one drawback. This drawback is the version of the system, namely the "reduced" or "initial" configuration. In English it looks like Starter and doesn't have a tool to customize the look. That is, you cannot change the picture for the desktop or turn on personalization. In such cases, the manufacturer offers to buy a more advanced version of the OS. But enthusiasts have developed handy plugins to extend the capabilities of Windows.
Instructions
Step 1
If you have an extended version of Windows installed, just right-click on any free area of the desktop and find the item "Personalization". Activate it and you will open a window in which you can customize the appearance of the system's work items, sounds, screensaver and much more.
Step 2
To enable personalization in the initial OS, just download and install the small program Personalization Panel 2.0. To do this, launch any of the browsers and enter https://windowstheme.ru/download.php?view.10 in the address bar. You will be taken to the download page for the installer of the utility, which brings personalization back to lower versions of Windows 7. The disadvantage of this method is that only one theme becomes available - the main Windows theme.
Step 3
If you want to be able to choose from many different designs, then go to the page with the address https://windowstheme.ru/download.php?view.17. There you can download an advanced installation package that allows you to enable personalization and contains a set of themes for the system.
Step 4
Click on the "Download" button on the page of the option most suitable for you. In a few seconds, the automatic download module of the program itself and skins will be loaded. Double-click miniinstall.exe to run. Uncheck the box next to "Accept the agreement and set as home page", and then click the "No" button. The download of the actual program file will begin.
Step 5
When the download is finished, a window will appear on the screen prompting you to run the file. Click the "Yes" button to agree to the installation of Personalization Panel 2.0. The standard window of the installation wizard will open.
Step 6
Select the Typical Installation option and click Next. Agree to all offers of the program by clicking "Yes" and "Next". As a result, the utility will be integrated into the shell of Windows 7. If you downloaded the Personalization Panel package plus the skins, they will also be installed in the required folders.
Step 7
Restart your computer via the Start menu. Once launched, right-click on a free space on the desktop to bring up a context menu and enable personalization of the system's appearance.
