New life for an old skin?

Published on June 17, 2005 By ama02 In OS Customization

There is an old WB skin that I love dearly, however, it's a bit antiquated (circa 2002). Is it possible to update it in Skin Studio, to conform to current WB versions? If so, how can this be done? Would I need to create new/additional graphics (because I doubt that I can)? Obviously, it would only be for my own personal use. I have already contacted the artist and requested (begged) for an update, but that was a long time ago, and so far nothing.

Any help would be appreciated.

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Snowman

on Jun 17, 2005

Is it possible to update it in Skin Studio, to conform to current WB versions?

Yes, that is definitely is possible. I've done it many times myself.

Would I need to create new/additional graphics

Without doubt, yes! Alot of changes has been made to WB since 2002.
Without even looking at the skin, I'd bet there are no shellstyles, no startmenu plus a 'kazillion' other things that could need a fix, so yes you're looking at quite a task if it is the first time you try it.
If you need any further help, don't hesitate contacting me via email - can be found in my profile

Good luck!

ama02

on Jun 17, 2005

Thanks for your help Snowman!

Actually, the skin I'm referring to is Juice by DS-CUZTOMS...and you're right, I think it contains the basic elements, but I haven't opened it in SS yet. I've never created a skin before, so I may very well need some help. Thanks for the offer, I will keep it in mind.

ama02

on Jun 18, 2005

Okay, I opened the skin in SS, and there are a ton of features. I have no idea where to start..has anyone done a tutorial on how to UPDATE a skin? At least a list of the "required" items that are needed to make it 4.x compliant?

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