Shell and Desktop Enhancements

XPize

XPize is a GUI enhancer for Windows XP and above. It replaces most of the non-XP icons, avis and bmps that Microsoft has always overlooked.

The installer simply automates the process of replacing resources in critical system files, making your XP's look better.

It also includes some extras and a reloader, which you can use after visiting Windows Update.

If you are not satisfied with the results, you can completely uninstall XPize.

XPize is compatible with any version (except x64) and any language of Windows XP (Home, Pro & MCE) and 2003.

Features:
- Patches more than 150 system files without user interaction.
- Updates tons of old resources still existent in Windows XP coming from Windows 95/98/2000.
- Gives Windows XP a fresh new look, with new animations, icons and images.
- Installs some cool extras, such as a boot screen, logon screen, screensaver and more.
- Lets you create a custom Windows CD using the I386 Patching feature.
- Is compatible with nLite's hotfix integration.
Has advanced switches to let you install it silently and with the components you want.

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MWSnap

MWSnap is a small yet powerful Windows program for snapping (capturing) images from selected parts of the screen. Current version is capable of capturing the whole desktop, a highlighted window, an active menu, a control, or a fixed or free rectangular part of the screen. MWSnap handles 5 most popular graphics formats and contains several graphical tools: a zoom, a ruler, a color picker and a window spy. It can be also used as a fast picture viewer or converter. MWSnap does not require installation and does not need any special dlls, drivers or system files which can mess up your system.

Platform: any 32-bit Windows (including XP)

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SendToAny

SendToAny extends the Windows Explorer 'Send To' context menu with all known links.

This is accomplished by synchronizing the Send To Menu with the Start Menu, Desktop and Quick Launch Menu.

This allows any file to be sent to any application, regardless of file-type association.

Windows 95/98/ME/NT4/2000/XP

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