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25 Jan 2010 | #1 |
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Win 7- Vista Sidebar
Hey Guys:
I have win 7 now and it's on a new computer. I've never had Vista, but would like to have a Vista sidebar. Is there any way to do this since it's a clean install...not an upgrade? Thanks! Wayne |
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25 Jan 2010 | #2 |
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is there a particular reason you want a vista style sidebar? win 7 doesnt even need one.
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25 Jan 2010 | #3 |
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Hi Reeder. Welcome to SevenForums
![]() Sidebar was a function of Vista which Windows 7 no longer has. In Windows Vista, gadgets were lined up on the right side of your desktop. Windows 7 sets them free on the screen, where you can move and resize them as you like. For more information on Windows 7 gadgets have a look here: Desktop gadgets (overview) Hope this helps ![]() . |
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25 Jan 2010 | #4 |
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If you're set on having a vista sidebar in windows 7, this tutorial might help
![]() Vista Windows Sidebar - Reinstate on Windows 7 |
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01 Feb 2010 | #5 |
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Thanks guys!
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