For users XP that put great emphasis on system performance, but at the same time they want a look Special for this, we recommend that they do not use themes for its customization (because they consume a lot resources) but try something simpler, but it can be as effective: Customization of folders and icons.
Are two methods of customizing folders and icons in Windows XP:
- manual
- with the help applications
Manual customization of folders and icons
If you prefer not to use additional applications to achieve this customization, then we recommend you follow the steps:
- for the customization of some Folders created by the system, like My Computer, Recycle Bin, etc, click-right click on anywhere on Desktop and select Properties, then in the tab Desktop, click on Customize Desktop. In the open window select the item to which you want to change its icon and then click on Change Icon
- To customize any other folder in your computer you have to click on the respective folder, select Properties, then click on Change Icon
- for the customization of the icons of certain Applications, click-right click on shortcut-Their selected Properties, then in the tab Shortcut Click on Change Icon
Customization of icons and folders using applications
1. iColorFolder It's O Free application that allows you to customize the standard icons of the XP, making you available Skin Pack Where can you choose their new appearance (after installing icolorfolder and additional skin, open iColorFolder Skin Selector to select the desired skin). If you want all standard folders to use the same skin, then tick Use generic folder icon defined in the skin.
In addition, you have and The option of choosing different colors for each folder separately:
Icoolorfolder does not consume many resources and leaves no traces after use (such as "forgotten" processes that affect memory), and even send for a walk after doing their job.
Download Skin Pack (iColorFolder).
2. Iconweaker It is an interesting application that you offers the opportunity to change almost all xp icons. After installing the application, click on the item Icons from the left panel then you can customize any icon you want using the button Change.
Careful! The files you use for customization must necessarily be in format .ico. If you use the internet as a resource, avoid downloading files with the end in .exe, the risk of these being virus being very high. After downloading the icons, tighten them all in a folder created in a location that you access to avoid moving or accidentally removing it.
