How to change uxtheme.dll Videos

• 1. How to replace uxtheme.dll
• 2. How to Patch the uxtheme.dll File (the safe way)
• 3. How To Patch Uxtheme.dll And Apply Custom Visual Styles To Windows XP ~FREE
• 4. How to patch uxtheme.dll for Windows XP SP2 and SP3
• 5. Windows Tips and Tricks - Changing Window's Theme
• 6. Uxtheme.dll Review - How to Fix uxtheme.dll Error
• 7. How to Patch the uxtheme.dll file in Windows XP (Easy & Safe)

how to replace uxtheme.dll

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Rufus commented on 05 Mar 2011

Thank you!!!

Archi Brandt commented on 03 Jan 2010

Thank you!

How to Patch the uxtheme.dll File (the safe way)

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Lowonfuel commented on 25 Jan 2010

I had to move to another user account cause the regular account got corrupted. I should have read before but trusted the guy and payed no mind to the trouble he's caused. Makes you wonder if "the safe way" is really a sinister remark. Your options are: Restore your system, delete the uxtheme file, and restore the ntuser.bkf file to ntuser.dat that's if you have the ntuser.bkf (backup/hidden file) in the user profile folder.. if not, move to another user account as last resort

Lowonfuel commented on 25 Feb 2010

Never had a problem installing themes till SP3, so some XP versions may not need 2 b patched but may have a policy set in registry to prevent third party themes. So, before patching Uxtheme, check on: Start\Run\type regedit \ok, and go to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\& CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\Explorer. Policy value may be named: "NoActiveDesktop", "NoThemes", "NoBackGround-or-WallPaper" with a "1" in data, is present, change the "1" to "0"

Lowonfuel commented on 25 Jan 2010

People, DON'T TRY THIS it may mess up your user profile. Check step 3: "Start the replacer.cmd file and type in C:/WINDOWS/uxtheme.dll and press enter".. (inverted slash?)That alone gives an idea of the guy's level of knowledge so don't fall for his instructions but look for the right way and make sure what you read works before you attempt it, do it from another user account, create a new one if necessary so you won't corrupt your regular account in case it fails

Lowonfuel commented on 25 Feb 2010

WARNING!. don't try the trick on this vid it can mess up your OS, instead try the "UXTheme Multi-Patcher 6.0". Multipatcher will do it all with a double click and it WILL NOT mess up your Operating System. Multipatcher can patch XP, Vista & probably Windows 7, but read the info before taking my word for it. Also check that you don't have a security policy in the registry that may prevent you installing themes.

Lowonfuel commented on 25 Jan 2010

AND backup your "NTUSER.DAT" file before attempting it ay other way. Tools\Folder options\View\show all hidden files & folders, and uncheck 'Hide system protected files', next browse to your user folder and if you already have a 'ntuser.bkf' (or .bkp) file, copy the "ntuser.dat" file to another folder outside the user folder.. just to be safe, and rename it ntuser2.bkf.

BarkingChocolate commented on 19 Mar 2008

Thanks =) I have SP3 RC2 too and I have heard the Replacer could harm you're computer, too. And the good thing is that you are doing this manually, and you can just unistall the Replacer after you've done the process.

Tom Crotty commented on 05 Jul 2008

Safe as in your computer won't completely stuff up and lose all installed programs like mine did.(Don't worry, I didn't properly follow the instructions on the website I used, it's safe if you do it right).

BarkingChocolate commented on 02 Jul 2008

Instead of dragging the files, you can type in where they are saved. Say the new uxtheme.dll file is in your desktop, you would type in this: C:\Documents and Settings\YourLogonName\Desktop\uxtheme.dll

david Lara commented on 22 Sep 2009

hey dude, I got that "Alienguise" themes shit installed...if I wanna change 2 1 of these themes do I just keep going along with this vid or do I have 2 like turn/uninstall "Alienguise" ??

Nigel Cavalida commented on 04 Apr 2012

thanks,, because of this video,, I was able to bring my laptop back... it was on fatal error because of wrong uxtheme.dll.. but with this solution, it helped me a lot... Thanks man!

Rafael Lima commented on 11 Oct 2009

hey help me my computer blacked out!!!!!!! im getting a black screen at the welcome jawnnn!! can any body reply me with the solution for this issue. i thank u guys in advance.

Davor Bradara commented on 19 Apr 2009

Yo , i have a question , my harddisk isn't C but D do I have to yp C:/WINDOWS/uxtheme.dll ??? please someone , reply on this comment , I don't wanna screw up my laptop xP.

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chrissk8z90 commented on 27 Jun 2008

I'm using SP3. I got as far as step like 3, but as soon as I hit enter it closed. So I insisted I rebooted since I didn't need to hit "Y" for yes. Is it still patched?

thehomies22 commented on 11 Dec 2008

for some reason it doesnt work, the next message shows up : DAT FILE NOT FOUND "C:\DOCUMENTS AND SETTINGS\USERNAME\DESKTOP\DATA" PRESS ANY KEY TO QUIT help please

kooladidas commented on 22 Sep 2008

everything is cool but when i click on the first link ti says for service pack 2 im using service pack 3 what do i do plz relay to me i really need ur help???

Waldidio commented on 23 Jun 2008

how can i do this if the replacer program opens up full screen? I don't know how to minimise it down so i can drag the file on to it. can anybody help?

Kiwi23241 commented on 29 Mar 2011

Does it work for vista cause i messed my computer up by trying to patch files and i just got it fixed and if i mess it up again my dad will kill me.

arepick96 commented on 07 Jun 2008

Can any one give me link to download the original uxtheme.dll because my original uxtheme.dll hav lost please .... my windows in trouble :(

Richie2k6 commented on 19 Apr 2009

If your hard drive is D then you would type in D instead of C. I would set a system restore point before doing this though, just in case.

How To Patch Uxtheme.dll And Apply Custom Visual Styles To Windows XP ~FREE

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Thunderblade Exo commented on 31 Aug 2012

Can it fix my problem i cant change my theme back to windows xp normal theme my current theme is windows classic when i try to change it the theme is not change please help me

iPersonality commented on 28 Mar 2009

Watch a video in my channel to make it easier... patching DLL's didn't work for me .. :S

רז גדג commented on 24 Nov 2010

hope it works

Yogscast Matt commented on 10 Jul 2013

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How to patch uxtheme.dll for Windows XP SP2 and SP3

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RedPenumbra commented on 30 Mar 2009

It's supposed to do that. The reason the window comes up is because Windows recognizes that an original system file is missing (uxtheme.dll), and tells you to fix it. Hitting cancel was the right thing to do, since you don't want Windows to fix the "problem". The reason it switches to Windows Classic is because you don't have a theme running. Just download a .msstyle and enjoy.

rapmaster243 commented on 25 Jan 2009

Right-click on "My computer" and click "Properties" (all without the quotes) you should see informations on your computer and it should tell you wich SP you have. If it does not display it, this mean you do not have it. In that case, you can download it on the Microsoft website

rapmaster243 commented on 06 Mar 2009

Sorry, but I don't know how to fix this problem... the CD is probably the Windows XP CD but I don't know why they would ask that... I'm reallt sorry but I seriously don't know why this happenend :( You can try asking on Yahoo answers or any other computer helping sites.

rapmaster243 commented on 09 Dec 2009

Try doing it on an administrator account, that is probably the reason because usually you cannot install things on a limited account so patching uxtheme must be a problem too. Hope this helps and tell me if you have other problems with it!

rapmaster243 commented on 05 Nov 2009

Guys, watch my newer videos please, this one is really bad compared to my new ones, I now do my tutorials with voice and better quality/size Thanks for watching this video guys by the way :)

you0are0rank commented on 09 Sep 2009

doesnt work, well i patch my uxtheme.dll but them when i go to appearance it doesnt show there? lol , i double click on the visual styles files but still nothing

ffristhecoolest commented on 09 Dec 2009

whenever i open uxtender,it says " unable to open file,and yes,i am sp3,and i an limited account,so if that is the problem...let me know.K?

rapmaster243 commented on 31 Mar 2009

Oh, I did not think about the replaced file... yeah, that was the right thing to do then! Thanks RedPenumbra!

rapmaster243 commented on 10 Sep 2009

When you patch uxtheme.dll, open the theme that you downloaded after that, you should be able to use it.

rapmaster243 commented on 11 Sep 2009

Yeah, you have to open the theme directly from the folder if you don't have it in the themes menu

you0are0rank commented on 09 Sep 2009

i cant download 1.2 of the patcher only 1.3 i think its updated and the updated one doesnt work

rapmaster243 commented on 11 Feb 2009

I don't think vista has an SP2 yet... but, for SP1, I'll put a link in the description ;)

rapmaster243 commented on 26 Aug 2009

Can you please tell me more details? If you want a person to help you, tell more details.

rapmaster243 commented on 25 May 2009

Thanks for the info, this video is pretty old so the links are very not up to date...

flamezero333 commented on 24 Jun 2009

nah i took the wrong patcher xD thnx for the vid it worked after all ^^ i'm subbing

zhlim89 commented on 11 Feb 2009

thx a lot ^^ the link u gv for XP SP3 uxtheme.dll is for all version of Xp Sp3 ?

rapmaster243 commented on 24 Jun 2009

Hmm, can you give me more details? Maybe I can help you if you give me details.

you0are0rank commented on 11 Sep 2009

now its working but my computer chooses when it wants to patch the file lol

zhlim89 commented on 11 Feb 2009

hey fren, how about vista ultimate sp1 n sp 2 ? btw , thx for sharing ^^

Lee Richard commented on 11 Jun 2013

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twitch6000 commented on 07 Feb 2008

Thanks for this video man I have been trying to figure out a way to make my xp look like vista.Now can you make a video on start up and shutdown sounds?

kashir1924 commented on 28 Mar 2008

where can i find the replacer on xp sp2...cheers....plz reply on my channel....top lad

DragonChamber commented on 07 Feb 2008

Glad I could help guys! I might do one over the sounds later on when I get some time

crackintunes commented on 27 Jan 2008

on the Uxtheme.dll link i have no idea what to click or what to download :S

Dave Mead commented on 28 Feb 2008

nice video but do you know where is the link that you posed

c000median commented on 11 Jan 2008

dont matter i got it 0.- electric zune rox my sox

c000median commented on 11 Jan 2008

the uxtheme.dll replacement page dont work =(

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ThomasMB123 commented on 28 Jun 2008

dude...you need some coffee!

bubbles1062 commented on 27 Apr 2009

Uxtheme link is broken

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crackintunes commented on 28 Jan 2008

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uxtheme.dll Review - How to Fix uxtheme.dll Error

How to Patch the uxtheme.dll file in Windows XP (Easy & Safe)

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Mistaa Quick commented on 15 Jul 2009

Nice Tut, Good Q ; )

wrechu commented on 21 Jun 2013

the links broken

camilo go commented on 16 Nov 2009

is this safe?