DeskScapes: Install and Using

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DeskScapes: Install and Using

Original Author: Island Dog Date Created: January 19, 2008 Application: DeskScapes Programs Used: DeskScapes

Introduction

With the release of Stardock DeskScapes I wanted to give a brief tour on how to get it installed and running on your system. DeskScapes previously required Windows DreamScene and Vista Ultimate only to use, but DeskScapes 2.0 will allow any Vista version (that supports Aero) to run animated wallpapers. Subscribers to Object Desktop now have early access tot he DeskScapes 2.0 beta.

Installing and Using

If you are a Object Desktop subscriber, you can download DeskScapes through Stardock Central, along with some exclusive .dreams. If not, and if you are a Vista Ultimate user, head over to Dream.WinCustomize.Com and download the DeskScapes application (free). Oh wait, you might want some extra Dreams so check out the Dream gallery and pick up a few more while you are at it. Now we should be all set.

  1.  Right-click desktop and select "Personalize".
  2.  Select "Desktop Background"
  3.  Click the picture location drop-down and select "DeskScapes Animated Wallpaper"

Now you should see a list of Dreams that are available. When you click each file the animated wallpaper should appear on your desktop, once you have selected the one you want to use just click OK. If you have downloaded other .dreams or would like to use your own video or .dream creation, then simply drag the file into the window.

If you need to pause the wallpaper then just right-click the desktop and select "pause", and then click "play" when ready to resume playing.