- Quick specs
- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows XP/Vista/7
- Date added: November 19, 2009
- Total Downloads: 1,196,066
- Downloads last week: 11,234
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 65 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: Seth Rosenblatt on January 29, 2008
This is app is extremely simple, but performs an essential and possibly complicated task for Windows Vista customizers. It patches several DLLs that control Vista's appearance so that users can alter Vista to their liking. It's also freeware, making it a viable workaround for those who want to tweak Vista but don't want to pay for it. It also changes Aero so that it stays in effect on maximized screens.
There's not much else to the program. It absolutely will not work with Vista Service Pack 1 Release Candidates. If you install Vista Glazz before removing the SP1 RC, simply uninstall the app and then SP1, and then reinstall the program. The interface is basic, there are no skins provided, and the EULA gives off the vague stench of unfounded fear.
Nevertheless, if you're looking for a simple solution to a potential nightmare, Vista Glazz may be the first step you'll need to take to pretty up Vista just the way you want.
Publisher's description
From CodeGazer :VistaGlazz alters a few key system files to prevent this behavior, allowing you to keep the transparency enabled while having your windows maximized. A nice side effect to this is that by patching your system files, you are able to use 3rd party themes and styles to fully customize your Windows look and feel. Some people prefer to stick with Windows XP SP3 or took it one step further than Vista and are now using Windows 7. VistaGlazz accomodates both these systems as well, allowing you to customize and enrich your Windows experience.
What's new in this version:
Version 2.0 adds support for Windows 7 (32bit and 64bit) and Windows XP SP3.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 3.9 stars out of 65 votes
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Version: VistaGlazz 2.0
Pros: Patched my files, caused no problems, n still works great!!
Cons: so far so good
Summary: If yur thinkin bout applying a third party theme this is the way to go!! install, patch, reboot, apply the theme! Its that simple!
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Version: VistaGlazz 2.0
"CodeGazer /Vista Glazz = 10 stars"
Pros: If you want to use 3rd party themes, this will make it easier to install them. It patches your system with 3 files needed for changing the theme to look like a different OS. so easy to use it does not seem real.
Cons: None at all
Summary: It also gives your Aero a shot of steroids making the windows stay transparent even when you maximize the windows. Very cool effect. I believe it will even make the windows transparent in Vista Basic.
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Version: VistaGlazz 2.0
"Didn't even realise i needed this till i downloaded it"
Pros: brings settings back quickly
Cons: No Options
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Version: VistaGlazz 2.0
Pros: Easily patches files, allows 3rd-party skins
Cons: None to think of
Summary: I found this a great tool, as I was able to skin my Vista Home Basic (without Aero) and apply the transparency, and apply a 3rd-party skin. Now my system has FULL transparency (as Vista Ultimate does, on the Start menu etc.) and my system looks and ... read more >>
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Version: VistaGlazz 2.0
Pros: I have an old IBM Think pad. but my screen now looks newer than it has ever looked before.
Cons: Super! It works.
Summary: I like the product because, simply put, it does exactly what it said it would.
Thank you.
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