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Convert Windows XP into Windows Vista

Vista Transformation Pack is a popular app that allows you to make superficial changes to XP that give it the Vista look.

For many people, the only reason worth upgrading to Vista is for the look, since the functionality and basic framework don't really differ that much from XP. If you think the same way, then you'll be more than happy with Vista Transformation Pack.

Once installed, Vista Transformation Pack makes your start-up screen, cursors, sounds, screen-savers, toolbars, clock, etc. look like the ones seen in Vista. The transparent effect is hard to emulate, but by combining with Windows Blinds, Vista Transformation Pack does a surprisingly impressive job. Be warned however that some users have complained Vista Transformation Pack changes driver DLLs in XP which make it difficult to remove, or at least, it leaves problems behind when you do so.

To be fair to them, the Vista Transformation Pack developers advise you to view their user discussion board before installing Vista Transformation Pack to find out about any potential problems as they readily admit that they are not aware of all the bugs it may cause.

Note that if you're simply updating Vista Transformation Pack, there's no need to uninstall the original - just install the patch. The developers have also added a user selection feature whereby if you log onto your PC as a different user, you can select whether you want to transform your XP desktop to Vista.

Vista Transformation Pack is probably one of the best transformation packs out there although be warned that it's likely to cause conflicts with programs from time to time.

Changes

Added ViSplore in unsafe applications list Added restrcting to set unsafe applications in Personalization page Fixed Windows XP Service Pack 3 compatibilities Fixed "Do not show this welcome screen after restart" option bug that always keep program in startup instead Updated Vista Rainbar's launcher for constant waiting cursor activity issue Updated Vistalize basic desktop theme components to apply font and toolbar in Personalization Updated VisualTooltip default configuration to set area space in bottom from 30 to 0 Updated WinFlip's configuration for higher reliablity and compatibilities with ViStar

  • Pros

    • Gives you the Vista look without upgrading
    • Very authentic results
    • Includes transparency options

  • Cons

    • Can conflict with other programs
    • May cause problems with XP drivers when uninstalled
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App specs

  • License

    Free

  • Version

    9.01

  • Latest update

  • Platform

    Windows

  • OS

    Windows XP

  • Language

    English

    Available languages

    • German
    • English

  • Downloads

    1.6M

  • Size

    30.70 MB

  • Developer

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3.7

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  • Anonymous user

    A good advice!. A thing that everyone should know is that the "Vista Transformation Pack" is free but this doesn't mean that it would work perfectly. And the original version would be better than the "Vista Trans.. Pack" because it will never damage our files and system as many users complain about! So better wait for an original version than for a complete system damage!!!! Hope everyone takes this information in consideration before its too late!!!! Pros: Changes the designAllows some users to experiment the feeling of using Windows Vista (Partially & for free) Cons: Could damage computerOriginal version betterOriginal version has all vista options (logic)

  • Anonymous user

    Well I am impressed. Well I am impressed. It takes forever to download but looks awsome! Sometimes it slows my computer down but most of the it works perfectly. I love the sound scheme, the appearence, and the sidebar! The first time I tried to install it it did not work though. And some of the features don't work. I don't care it still looks great. I think STP is better though. Vistamizer is better than all of them. VTP has more stuff though. I would go with VTP. So make your choice. I chose this and vistamizer. Pros: Great look,Good sound scheme, Cons: Slow install

  • Anonymous user

    To Xelnos21, tonic_is_really_soft and suzymarie29 . Hi guys,I'm sorry you are having problems with the Vista Transformation Pack, but you need to know that the file from Softonic doesn't contain any viruses, Trojans or malware. PC themes like the Pack make changes to your computer on a system level. Your anti-virus might interpret these changes as a problem, but they're not - it's just the function of the program. That is why, if you read the review, Nick says that Vista Transformation Pack (and most other themes) might cause conflicts on your PC. You need to be an experienced enough user to tell if these conflicts are dangerous or not (and in this case they are not), so if you are having problems telling the difference, you might want to find a more experienced friend who can help you out.Niamh

  • Anonymous user

    It's a Trojan. DO NOT USE!!! As soon as I started the download, my virus protection said it is a trojan. DO NOT DOWNLOAD! Cons: Trojan download

  • Anonymous user

    Can't go much further. It downloaded very smooth. Didn't take long at all but once I go to open it....can't find..make sure its spelled correctly ect. I know it stated there may be some problems uninstalling but I can't uninstall at all! Please help the screenshots look great. Cons: May not open

  • Anonymous user

    How do I get back my clock on the sidebar?? Anyone please help!. I downloaded VTP this afternoon and I'm very happy with it. Everything seems okay but when I started to mess with the sidebar, trying to change the transparency etc etc...the clock on the top most has disappeared! I tried to install it again at the welcome centre, restarted my pc for more than 5 times. The clock is still not showing. Any idea how to solve this?? Many thanks.

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