AIM Toolbar (for Internet Explorer)

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Version: 5.0.75.1
File size: 1.07MB
Date added: March 07, 2008
Price: Free
Operating system: Windows XP/Vista
Total downloads: 3,697
Downloads last week: 11
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CNET Editors' review

by: CNET Staff on February 27, 2009

Users of AOL's instant messenger program will appreciate this free toolbar's quick links and added functionality that enhance the usage of AIM.

AIM Toolbar (for Internet Explorer) attaches a slim toolbar to your IE window. The shortcut buttons are colorful without being too loud. You'll find that the preset shortcut buttons will keep you close to your IM. There's a button for setting your IM status, and to IM the page you're browsing. There are also buttons to take you directly to AOL's video and music sites. Using the Options menu, you can customize the toolbar by adding shortcuts for your favorite sites, such as Facebook, Flicker, and IMDb. You'll find all the standard toolbar features, such as a pop-up blocker, and browser history cleaner. You can add a weather button, but it doesn't actually display the weather on the toolbar; instead, it takes you to AOL's weather site. The search functionality, links, and buttons worked very well during our tests.

It covers the basics and allows for easy customization. We highly recommend this toolbar for all AIM users.

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Publisher's Description

From AOL:

The AIM Toolbar puts Buddy List features into your browser. With one click you can start a new IM or share favorite links and pages with your buddies. Change your AIM status from the toolbar, so your friends can quickly get your latest update. You'll be able to sign in seamlessly to all AOL and AIM websites with one click, and even see your new inbox messages right from the mail button on the AIM Toolbar. You can further customize your toolbar so it's just the way you like it. Check out the redesigned button gallery and add buttons for the top Web destinations in entertainment, social sites, games, shopping, and more. Plus, with built-in AIM Web Search your search needs are covered when you need to find anything on the Web.