Windows XP style

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Although i like to skin from time to time it's always good to know you can return to the basic Windows Default XP style when you so wish.  Unfortunately the XP style skin on WindowBlinds actually shows as Classic style when loaded so i want it set using my current theme as per Display Properties section. 

Why is the XP style loading as Classic style eventhough it previews correctly and how can this be remedied?

Thanks

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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Unload WB, then open "Properties", and click Themes, and chose Window Xp. At least it works for me.
Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
me too.
even choosing the default xp skin causes classic to show when WB unloads (but properties likes to call it xp'modified'.

using the drop down in properties always works (or at least it has the two times i actually unloaded and reverted).
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Reply #3 from JoeUser Forums Top
Or you could use a skin that is very close to XP default. There are a few out there.
Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Unload WB and enter display from the control panel. Click the appearance tab. expand the Windows and Buttons drop-down menu, select Windows XP Style. works with me.
Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top

After unloading Windowblinds you need to go to 'My Computer'.

Right click and select properties.

Select 'Advanced' tab and click 'Settings' in the Performance box.

Now in the 'Visual Effects' tab make sure that the last entry, 'Use visual styles on windows and buttons' is checked.

Now go and apply the default XP skin.