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Welcome to the Windows-10-themes wiki! For those interested in installing themes for Windows 10.
A collection of Windows 10 Themes to customize your desktop experience. Including Themes, Wallpapers, Icons and more! Warning: If you are new to this or unsure it's always best to create a System Restore Point before continuing. (You can check which version of Windows you are running by pressing Windows+R and typing 'winver' in the run dialog.)
(Refer to the FAQ on their respective pages for any issues you may run into.)
UltraUXThemePatcher by Manuel Hoefs - modifies your system files so that 3. party themes can be used. The program backups the original system files and all changes can be undone by uninstalling if you have issues.
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SecureUXTheme by namazso - is a software that removes signature verification of styles from Windows.
- No system file modifications
- No driver needed
- Secure boot compatible
- Probably quite future-proof
- Fixes LogonUI resetting some colors on locking
In order to apply custom themes you'll need to extract them and copy both the .theme files and the theme folder which has the name of the theme to C:\Windows\Resources\Themes. If you are using UltraUXThemePatcher then you'll just need to go to Settings > Personalization > Themes and apply the theme. If you are using SecureUXTheme, refer to the site's guide.
Once you've downloaded the theme you wish to use. The necessary files will need to be placed in your Windows/Resources/Themes directory.
You will have to place the contents of the downloaded theme there. It will include the .theme files and folders containing the .msstyles files resources.
Make sure the folders + files are placed in the proper structure. As in the above example.
🎀 Removing ribbon menu from Explorer Windows 10
For Windows 10 you will have to use the program OldNewExplorer Extract it, and open the exe. Select the "Use command bar" box and unselect the last two boxes and make sure to install it.
🙋 FAQ
Q: My caption buttons haven't changed.
A: Check your patching method FAQ and make sure to place the themes in the proper directory. Retrace the guides steps!
Q: How to make/edit my own themes? A: Themes are made by editing the original windows msstyle, you can make a copy of it from your "C:\Windows\Resources\Themes" folder and use a style builder tool like Windows Style Builder (Keep in mind this is PAID SOFTWARE), or a free alternative like msstyleEditor in order to change the look and properties of the theme. The site virtualcustoms.net has help on theme creating.
If you get the bottom task pane after applying the theme, Press Alt+Shift+P to hide it.
✨ EXTRA INFO! (optional)
ExcelDarkThemeFix Fixes Microsoft Excel appearance when a custom dark Windows theme is used
Winaero Tweaker (Change fonts and other system tweaks)
Blank it for Windows 10 or 11 for a cleaner addressbar.
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