Windows 7 Forums Search

Go Back Windows 7 Forums > Seven Forums > Tutorials » Desktop Composition - Disable for a Program

Welcome to Windows 7 Forums. Our forum is dedicated to helping you find solutions with any problems, errors or issues you are experiencing with Windows 7. The Windows 7 forum also covers news and updates and has an extensive Windows 7 tutorial section that covers a wide range of tips and tricks.

Windows 7 - Desktop Composition - Disable for a Program


 

Desktop Composition - Disable for a Program

How to Disable Desktop Composition for a Program
Published by streetwolf
08-29-2009
Default Desktop Composition - Disable for a Program

How to Disable Desktop Composition for a Program
Information
Desktop composition is also known as Aero. It can either be disabled globally or on a program by program basis. Having it disabled while running such things as 3D games may provide a performance bump.
Note
When set to disabled, the program Aero will only temporarily be disabled. After the program ends Aero will be turned on automatically.
Warning
Keep in mind that you may need to select the main executable in step 1 below. Some games for example use a launcher to start the game which then starts the main program. In this case you do NOT want to change the launcher.
RELATED LINK: Here's How:
1. Navigate to the executable or shortcut for the program you wish to disable desktop composition using Explorer.

2. Right click on it and select Properties.

3. Select the Compatibility tab and check Disable desktop composition, then click on OK.

.
Published by
streetwolf's Avatar
Computing since '75
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 136
streetwolf is a name known to allstreetwolf is a name known to allstreetwolf is a name known to allstreetwolf is a name known to allstreetwolf is a name known to allstreetwolf is a name known to all

Tutorial Tools
08-29-2009   #1
Orbital Shark


Windows 7 x86
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
 
 


Nice tutorial mate.

You may want to note that you can also right-click the Desktop/Start Menu links to produce the same results

My System SpecsSystem Spec
08-29-2009   #2
Tews


Windows 7 Ultimate
The Southern Hinterlands
 
 


Thanks streetwolf !!
My System SpecsSystem Spec
08-29-2009   #3
streetwolf


Windows 7 x64 RTM Retail
 
 


Good tip to increase your benchmarking scores. My Furmark score went from ~3800 to ~4350. Almost a 15% increase!
My System SpecsSystem Spec
01-19-2010   #4
A320


Win 7 Ultimate x64 Win XP x86------- OSX Leopard 10.5.8
 
 


I don't get it, doesn't 'Aero' disable on it's own when starting up games?
My System SpecsSystem Spec
01-29-2010   #5
RamzaBeoulve


Windows 7
 
 


Seems like this should get Diablo II to run for me, but it doesn't. I've been fiddling with video settings like this and it still just flickers, makes a weird sound, and then doesn't actually start. Any advice?
My System SpecsSystem Spec
Comment

Tutorial Tools



Similar Threads for: Desktop Composition - Disable for a Program
Windows 7 Tutorial Category
disable DVD maker Media Center
Do most of you still disable ipv6? Network & Sharing
Solved Security Program Prevents Windows 7 Login. Must Disable Software
Error trying to disable DEP General Discussion
where s the option to disable desktop features? General Discussion


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:08 PM.



Windows 7 Forums is an independent web site and has not been authorized,
sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation.
"Windows 7" and related materials are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
© Designer Media Ltd
Windows 7 Tutorial powered by GARS 2.1.9 ©2005-2006

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26