IconFix - fix program icons for Windows 24 bit color mode - Version 3.0 Copyright (C) 1991 Playroom Software. All Rights Reserved. Introduction -------------- When Microsoft Windows 3.0 is run in display modes with more than 256 colors, many icons will not appear the same as they do in the 16 or 256 color modes. Most Windows programs use multiple images of an icon so that it will appear its best for a given video configuration. Usually Windows itself makes the decision about which icon image to use. Unfortunately, when Windows is running in 24 bit video mode (as it is anytime more than 256 colors are available), it does not make the correct selection. IconFix can adjust the icon images in a Windows program so that the correct icon image will be used. The adjustments that IconFix makes to Windows programs have no effect on their operation, but it does make minor changes to the executable files that are completely safe. Unless the /T option listed below is used, all modified files will retain their original date and time stamps. Syntax -------- usage: iconfix [options] file [files...] options: -t,-T,/t,/T - update file time with current date/time file = name of Windows program(s) to be fixed - wildcards are allowed multiple files and wildcard specifications are allowed Using IconFix ------------- As with any program that modifies an exectuable file, it is advisable to make a backup copy of the file. If you can easily restore the file to its original state, you can avoid this step. The first step in getting your icon colors back is to fix the icons in the bundled Windows programs. Use the following command at the DOS prompt: iconfix c:\windows\*.exe c:\windows\system\*.exe Make adjustments as neccessary for the C:\WINDOWS portion of the command depending on where you have installed Windows. IconFix should not be used from within a DOS window. Exit Windows before running it, otherwise you may get a 'Sharing Violation'. If this occurs, just choose 'Fail'. Now when the programs are run, the proper icons will be used when their windows are minimized. If you are using the Program Manager, the icons will not appear correctly without an additional step because the group files have stored the old images. Position to an icon that has been IconFix'ed and choose the File, Properties... command. Press the Ok button and your icon should appear in all its glory. There is a fast way to make Program Manager acquire all of the proper icon images. Use the Windows Setup program and switch to a different video driver (VGA is usually a good choice). When you switch back to your normal driver, the icons should have the proper color. Any time you change drivers, the Program Manager re-reads the icon images. You should then IconFix any Windows programs whose icons do not appear the same in 16, 256, and higher color modes. You will need to IconFix programs as you add them to your system. License Agreement ------------------- This software is owned by Playroom Software and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions. You may not modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software. In no event shall Playroom Software or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use or inability to use this Playroom Software product, even if Playroom Software has been advised of the possibility of such damages. If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, do not use the software. This is your sole remedy. Etc ----- IconFix is a product of Playroom Software, the creators of OSFrame and Makeover. OSFrame gives Windows 3D title bars and 3D sizing borders. Makeover allows even more customization of the Windows look and feel, and will be available in September '91. You can find them at CompUSA (1-800-451-7638) and other fine computer resellers. Playroom Software 7308-C East Independence Blvd, Suite 310 Charlotte, NC 28227 USA CIS: 76702,1603 IconFix - fix program icons for Windows 24 bit color mode - Version 3.0 Copyright (C) 1991 Playroom Software. All Rights Reserved.