Vista Midnight - FLAWS

want a fixxx plss help

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Hi, Im somewhat new to editing skins, but i bought one that i love, but it seems to have 2 majorly annoying flaw i want gone but dont know how to get rid of. so if anyone has any ideas of how to get rid of them that be much appreciated.

Problem #1: Renaming a Folder: when ever i try to rename a folder then move the cursor left or right by pressing left or right keys the text becomes overlayed by the selected icon highlight color. ???? any ideas ??

prb_1_vista by you.

Problem #2: Scribbles in the Shortcut Menus: Apps and Windows: My second problem is most annoying, randomly these scribbles appear in the shortcut menus in windows, and now basic app menu's. As in the example pic that is iTunes 9 and oddly there pink. in windows menus there black. dont know whys there a color different but i do know i wnat an answer to this hopefully.

prb_2_vista by you.    

Thanks all for your help :)

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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top

It might not be a problem with the skin, but a problem with your computer, or with your version of Windowblinds.  I have not seen anyone post these sorts of issues regarding this skin in the past.  I use the skin myself, and have never had any problems with it.

Please post your system information from Windowblinds, so that someone can help you with your problem.

Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Heres my info, i hope this will help solve my issues. Thanks Alot.

WindowBlinds System Information:
Your computer has a Windows Experience Index base score of 3.4
Your Windows Graphics Experience score is 3.4

WindowBlinds version : WindowBlinds 6.4 (build 129 x86 - Vista Edition)

WindowBlinds is installed correctly on this PC
WindowBlinds appears to be activated on this PC
(Generic PnP Monitor) 1 is attached to NVIDIA GeForce 9200M GS 

Wblind.dll         2009/03/24 13:59:20
Wbsrv.dll         2009/03/24 17:03:02
Wbconfig.exe         2009/03/24 17:04:20
Wbload.exe         2009/03/24 17:04:14
Wbhelp.dll         2009/03/24 17:04:07
Tray.dll              2009/03/24 17:04:21
Wbload.dll              2008/04/28 12:34:28
Screen.exe         2009/03/24 17:04:09

Laptop Specs:
HP Pavilion Entertainment dv4t customizable Notebook PC

    * • Onyx
    * • Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (32-bit)
    * • Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8400 (2.26 GHz)
    * • 2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm) Dual-Channel
    * • 320GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
    * • 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9200M GS
    * • 14.1" diagonal WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Infinity Display (1280 x 800)
    * • SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-R/RW with Double Layer Support
    * • Webcam + Fingerprint Reader
    * • Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    * • HP Color Matching Keyboard
    * • 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery

TouchTasks - Access tasks with ease on Windows touchscreens.
Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top

you're getting those scibbles in itunes, aren't you? i get them, too. they're not always there for me but they're annoying when they do appear. i'm guessing it's because the interface of itunes is hard-coded and can't be changed by wb. add itunes to the 'do not skin' list in wb and you'll be fine.

 

oops! i guess i should've read your entire post. it seems you're getting scribbles in other apps besides itunes. (there's a glenn beck joke there but i'm going to be good and not tell it) anyway, i can't help you with the scribbles in other apps. sorry. i don't get them anywhere other than itunes.

Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Problem #1: Renaming a Folder: when ever i try to rename a folder then move the cursor left or right by pressing left or right keys the text becomes overlayed by the selected icon highlight color. ???? any ideas ??

Even im facing this problem with many WB skins, though not all !!

:karma: for any help on this issue !!

Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top

 Scribbles I get often in some skins (no pattern to those that do it - probably may even be random) in Win dropdowns too, saves me running Broken Aero though. Re-applying the skin often corrects it.:thumbsup:

The rename is annoying as hard to see the text to change, some I can workaround by right arrow to the end of the old name and then use backspace as this text is often more visually legible but with some even this is coloured injudiciously. I can't help thinking again since it is sporadic that it is not the fault of the skinner.

Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top

The cure for the scribbles is to reapply the skin (meaning apply the skin twice). Not The skins fault, seems to be a quirk with Windowblinds. The first thing you mention is sort of a momentary discomfort. I'm sure there is a way to fiv that...just don't know what it is.

Reply #7 from WinCustomize Forums Top

The rename issue happens with all WB skins in Vista.. If you mouseover the folder the text should reveal itself. Always check more than one skin before blaming a particular issue on a particular skin.

Second issue happens on some apps in lots of skins, I don't know why. A second apply will sometimes help.

Lastly, try to refrain from using a rude tone and CAPS when posting for help.