How to Give Your Windows Desktop a Makeover Using Rainmeter and Fences

Are you bored with Windows Desktop? Tired of seeing the same layout very time you boot up your PC? This article will teach you how to beautify your Windows Desktop using two very popular Desktop Customization Tools, Rainmeter and Fences....

Method 1 of 3:

Using Rainmeter

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Download Rainmeter on your PC. This is one of the best Desktop Customization tools available. It's available for free and can be downloaded from the official Rainmeter website.
1. Download the latest version of the software. Remember to always download the Final Release and not the Beta version.
2. Install the application. You desktop will look something like the image above.
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Find a theme which suits your taste. There are a plethora of themes available, so find one which you like. To aid you in your search, some of the most popular themes can be found here. You can also find other Rainmeter themes through searching.
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Download the theme you like and install it. Your downloaded file will look like the image above.
1. Open the file, a dialog box will appear something like this.
2. Check all the boxes and click on Install.
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Finished.

Method 2 of 3:

Using Fences

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Download Fences from the Stardock website. Fences is not free software, so you need to buy it. You can also opt to download the free trial to experience Fences for a short time.
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Install and run Fences by following the procedure below
1. Once the setup has been downloaded to your PC, run it to begin the installation process
2. After the installation is finished, open the shortcut created on your desktop-"Customize Fences". Many windows will appear on your desktop.
3. If you're using the trial, click on Activate 30 days trial and enter your e-mail address and complete the verification process.
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Configure your Fences. Once you have completed the verification process, a tab will appear asking you if you would like to use the self-programmed fences or create your own fences. Choose the option which suits you.
1. Customize your Fences. Fences can be named by clicking on the top bar. You can add programs to a fence by dragging and dropping its shortcut into the Fence.
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Finished.

Method 3 of 3:

Combining Fences and Rainmeter Together

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Choose a good Rainmeter theme that plays well with Fences.
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Add Fences. Customize your Fences as given above.
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Finished.