Tag: glass_effect

How do I turn on Aero in Vista?

August 03, 2007 by Jason

According to Microsoft Areo represents, “new transparent and three-dimensional visualizations require[ing] a graphics card that supports a new graphic driver model called the Display Driver Model (WDDM). These effects are part of the Vista desktop experience and include glass effects, advanced window management features, and a more stable experience through desktop composition. This rich graphical functionality is built on the Presentation Foundation (WPF) graphics subsystem, formerly called Avalon.”

The default Aero color scheme is clear glass. It is active by default if you have a supported video card. It allows you to see other items behind your window through a slightly blurred glass effect. You also have lots of options to tint the glass the way you like: Read More»

Quick aero speed tip

June 25, 2007 by Jason

The transparent glass in Vista computer can look very nice. However, on some computers that have underpowered video adapters will see a performance hit when running the transparent glass effect. One way to speed up Vista and still get the benefits of , such as flip 3D and , is to disable glass . Read More»