WinXp-Tips & Tricks-7

Visual Effects

Default Windows XP visual settings may look nice but they slow down system responsiveness. Here is how to keep the "look" of Windows XP while losing the sluggish feel.

Instructions - Go to "Start", "Settings", "Control Panel", "System", "Advanced" tab, in the "Performance" section select "Settings". Leave only the following checked:

v Show shadows under menus

v Show shadows under mouse pointer

v Show translucent selection rectangle

v Smooth edges of screen fonts

v Use drop shadows for icons labels on the desktop

v Use visual styles on windows and buttons

Then select "Apply" and "OK".