CNET Editors' review
Windows-based computers come with an almost dizzying number of options, from Internet Explorer to Notepad and everything in between. Trying to manage all these functions may be a lot easier for users with Fresh UI.
This free download gives users an unprecedented look and incredible control over their system. The Fresh UI display is that of an expandable file tree, giving a general look at all programs that can be tinkered with. This overview is what really makes this program special. By erasing the countless minutes that could be spent opening each individual program and learning how to make alterations in the program, Fresh UI saves users hours of time over the life of their computer.
For example, we tested Fresh UI and looked at our Notepad options. Where we would normally have to open the program and then search through the menus to find various options, Fresh UI laid all the variables out in a simple display and allowed us a quick way to automatically wrap text, alter the fonts, and more. From there we could go to Outlook Express, Windows Media Player, and other programs with a few simple clicks.
While Fresh UI offers a unique program, it is also bogged down by its poor Help file, and novice users might have more questions than it can answer. However, more experienced users will find this download to be a helpful tool for customizing Windows.
Publisher's Description
From Freshdevices:
With Fresh UI you can customize windows User Interface (UI) and optimize system settings. The program covers customizing and optimizing techniques, such as customizing the tweaking hidden settings, optimizing system settings, optimizing hardware settings, customizing Windows application settings, and controlling the user environment with policies.
What's new in this version: Version 8.80 includes shortcuts to add on desktop.
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"Dangerous to use."
Version: Fresh UI 8.74
Pros
Many features, though badly implemented. The application claims to shut off options not related to the OS that your PC operates under, but in fact does not such thing.
Cons
With some of the options and you may find yourself in deep trouble. I wanted to eliminate the Win 7 warning, about an unknown applicatin I chose Security, Applications to Allow. I found I could only use one app. Not even FreshUI would open to undo
Summary
FreshUI is carelessly implemented and its support is abysmal. All one gets is a proforma response with some FAQs, none related to one's urgent appeal for help. I've since removed it and all FreshDevice products from my PC. (I'm not going to bore you with how I got back control of my computer, but it took me 4 1/2 hours.
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"Good tool to modify window's hidden parameters"
Version: Fresh UI 8.72
Pros
Pretty easy to use. Covers a wide variety of Windows "tweaks."
Cons
Does not filter out options that do not apply to your particular version of windows
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"Performs as advertised"
Version: Fresh UI 8.66
Pros
Functions correctly and is straight forward.
Cons
none found yet.
Summary
The individual who said that the registration codes were not sent should check their spam folder. They were sent to me in a very short time.
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"They don't send Free Registration Codes as "advertized""
Version: Fresh UI 8.66
Pros
Good software
Cons
They don't send Free Registration Codes as "advertized"
Summary
Getting uninstalled as we speak ...
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"Lots of features"
Version: Fresh UI 8.64
Pros
I downloaded it for an old Windows 98 computer. Most programs don't work on Windows 98. I discovered it could do things for an old Windows XP laptop that the installed programs couldn't do.
Cons
None that I know of.
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"Caused PERMANENT loss of WinXP Explorer to show Details"
Version: Fresh UI 8.61
Pros
I liked what it promised.
Cons
Immediately after installing, WinXP Pro Explorer would no longer show Details as default - only Icons view. None of my desktop shortcuts to access folders would work. Sent 3 messages requesting help, received no responses -- just more ads.
Summary
A piece of junk. I don't know why anyone would use this program. The damage to my Windows Explorer can NOT be fixed without reinstalling Windows and losing days of work while I reinstall all the programs on my machine! "Support" via the developer's web site or email is non-existent. After weeks of waiting for a response to 3 requests for help, I've received no response. After tinkering with the Registry based on recommendations from Microsoft support site, I was able to recover the ability to show Details, but have to continually change the View. It will NOT permit me to save that status permanently for any folder. Badly flawed program with no support. Considering their unwillingness to respond to requests for help, I strongly recommend that you avoid anything from this company.
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"usefull tool but lacks clarity and usage may get tough"
Version: Fresh UI 8.56
Pros
a lot of features, usefull tools for experienced users.
Cons
a little hard to figure out for new users, lack of simplyfied insructions. could be improved to be more user friendly and god! the spanish translation is awful. I could give you guys a hand with that.
Summary
It's a very good tool for experienced users but too tough and with too many choices and decicions for new users. it could be simplyfied. and be careful with translations to other languages because users could get even more confused.
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"It wasn't what I expected."
Version: Fresh UI 8.54
Pros
Shows many settings.
Cons
- charges unnecessarily the interface with settings that don't belong to your version of Windows.
- for non-english speakers the traduction is catastrophic!
- unappealing skinSummary
I uninstalled it just a few minutes after the installation. I didn't play with it much and I didn't even try to change a setting through its interface. So I have to admit I cannot make a fair comment.
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"IF YOU PLAN ON USING IT LONGER THAN 11DAYS=REGISTER IT"
Version: Fresh UI 8.51
Pros
PISSED ME OFF RIGHT OFF THE START.................................READ - THE READ ME TEXT- - - FREE WITH HOOPS ,BELLS,DO THIS, DO THAT,BBBBSSSS....TO USE IT LONGER THAN 11 DAYS YOU HAVE TO REGISTER IT WHICH MEANS YOU GO TO THEIR (CONTINUED IN CONS)
Cons
SITE AND PLAY EMAIL TAG ! SITE SAYS NOT TO USE FREE EMAIL SERVICE- TRIED WITH EMAIL ?????@MAKEMETHEKING.COM NEVER GOT A RESPONCE THEN USED A FREE GMAIL EMAIL ADDRESS GOT THE ACTIVATION CODES FOR ALL THEIR FREE APPLICATIONS ( CONTINUED IN B-L-S )
Summary
WHILE AT THEIR SITE IF YOU DONT ENTER ANY OF YOUR INFORMATION AND TRY TO LEAVE THEY STOP YOU WITH A POP-UP AND OFFER YOU MORE FREE SOFTWARE (ONE OF THOSE POP-UPS - OK TO CONTINUAL CANCEL TO STAY) THINGS YOU KNOW THE ONES YOU SEE WITH THE FAKE COMPUTER SECURITY SCANS YOU SOMETIMES HAPPEN UPON WHILE SURFING. AFTER YOU SUBMITTED YOUR INFORMATION YOU SEE OFFERS TO CLICK ON FOR DIFFERENT SH_ _! I DID ON TWO OF THEM AND GOT THE SAME PAGE TRING TO SELL ME DRIVER ROBOT WHICH HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TITLE I CLICKED ON . I JUST WANTED TO WARN YOU ALL ABOUT THE GAMES THIS SITE PLAYS. H O P E THE SOFTWARE WORTH A DAMM............the_GASS
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"Could not get a security code to run it."
Version: Fresh UI 8.50
Pros
Download fast, install fast.
Cons
Could not run because could not get security code.
Summary
The old Fresh UI worked good. It had a lot of cool stuff. 8.5 is a total waste of time. Can not get a security code. Kind of makes the software useless.
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