How to make Windows look like Mac OSX (with Images)
What is Windows to Mac Swap (Look alike):
If you are someone crazy about Macbook and using a Windows OS then this post is for you.
By following the step by step instructions in this post you will be able to make your Windows look like Mac OSX Lion Inspirat (works fine with all versions of windows 7 however windows XP and Vista has come compatibility issues and may require proper service packs, hence recommended for 7); remember just the appearance gets changed and your OS will still be windows.
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Why is it important:
- All the icons including My Computer,Control Panel, Folders, Music etc. gets changed to look like mac.
- You can easily personalise the folders by changing ColorFolder Skin.
- Minimize, Restore and Close buttons gets changed to mac like Green, Yellow and Red buttons
- You can start using Rocket Dock menu.
- Windows welcome message changes to MAC OSX Welcome and while Shutting down it will display MAC OSX Shutting down.. 😛
- Cursors,Sounds/Notifications,Visual Style,Backgrounds etc. etc also gets changed to look like mac.
Above mentioned are few highlights of the pack and there are lot many features which you can enjoy once you install it.
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How to make Windows look like Mac OSX :
You can make these changes by installing a complete pack (ie.CustoPack), for that you need to download two files from the internet which are free download .
asKeygeek members/subscribers can download both files from the below link. Others can download it directly from the internet.
Download OR Write to us to get the free Download link: ask here..
Step 1:Download the ‘mac_os_x_lion_inspirat_dp3_by_david_pieron-d3fbx0w‘ zip file from the internet.
Step 2:Extract the folders from the zip file and from the -SETUP- folder double click to install the ‘Mac OSX Lion Inspirat (Transformation Pack)’ setup file (.exe file)
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Step 3:Download the ‘CustoPacks-1.0.0.40’ (or later version) from the internet and double click to install it.
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Step 4: After installing both the files open the CustoPack Tools icon from the desktop.
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Step 5: From the CustoPack Tools window either you can choose the inbuilt Mac theme or you can create your own theme and also you can manage the settings here.
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Step 6: Select Choose a CustoPack and go for Classic installation or higher. And when prompted restart your computer to complete the installation process.
Thats it!! now your windows should look like MacOSX 🙂
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Heya i’m for the first time here. I came across this board and I find It really useful & it helped me out a lot. I hope to give something back and aid others like you aided me.
Sounds interesting,,i tried downloading it,,but it takes me to another page where i need to sign up and pay,,,is it a paid service?
No! its not a paid service for asKeygeek members.
asKeygeek members can download the files for FREE. I have sent you the free download link to your email id (u****[email protected]) registered with us.
Thanks,
Anson 🙂
Very good article… i will do it today for my windows…!!! Thanks.. 🙂
That sounds great! do it and let me know your experience..don’t hesitate to ask if you find any difficulties while installing it. 🙂
Thanks,
Anson