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How to install Windows 95 theme on a Windows 10 PC
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows 10provides numerous capabilities and is in no doubt one of the best operating systems ever invented.
But some users – especially those familiar withWindows 95seem to dislike its appearance and would rather stick to the ‘old school’ but nostalgicWindows 95desktop backgrounds.
And because Microsoft did not include aWindows 95themefor Windows 10 during the operating system release, passionate users have been frantically searching for a solution with mixed results.
One of DeviantArt users named Kizo2703 came up with aWindows 95liketheme(Free) and most nostalgic users seem satisfied with the results.
Let’s look at thethemedownload and installation process below, so keep reading.
How do I install Windows 95 theme on Windows 10 PCs?
1. Use a third-party desktop customization suite
Whenever you get tired of the generic Windows 10 look and want to give it a more distinct look, be it with a Windows 95 theme or an ultra-futuristic space-ship theme, a third-party desktop customization tool can definitely come in handy.
Our recommendation software suite is made up of multiple tools that can give your PC a complete overhaul in terms of how it looks.
For example, It includes agreat softwarewhich allows you to install live wallpapers and screensavers on your PC that you can create yourself.
In the case at hand, you’ll probably like how it comes withanother productincluded, which basically can be used to give your PC an entirely newtheme.
With a little bit of tweaking, it can even make it look like it is running Windows 95.
This tool can also make your PC sound like Windows 95 as well, allowing a full nostalgia package to be included in the deal.
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2. Use a custom-made Windows 10 theme
And you can even customize the background colors further instead of sticking with the traditional blue. Here are the steps to follow:
Now, the taskbar in Windows 10 is no longer associated with thethemefunction so applying the new classicthemewill not impact how the taskbar looks like and the only option is playing with the high contrast settings.
How do I uninstall the Windows 95 theme from Windows 10?
You delete thethemesince you cannot uninstall it like conventional programs. You can now revert to the usual Windows 10Themes.
We hope that these recommendations were helpful. What method do you prefer when you want to give your modern PC a more nostalgic feel?
Let us know which method you prefer by leaving us a message in the comments section below, and also if you have any questions or other suggestions.
Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
