Overview

This content appears to be a blog or video script exploring ways to achieve a glassy or liquid glass theme in Windows operating systems, particularly Windows 10 and 11, and comparing it to Apple's liquid glass theme.

Key Points

• Theme Comparison

  • Windows 7 and Vista featured a glassy 'Aero' theme.
  • Apple's new liquid glass theme available on iOS and Mac resembles the Aero theme.
  • Modern Windows versions (10, 11) lack an official version of the glassy theme.

• Inconsistency in Windows

  • Windows is criticized for its inconsistency in UI elements and design language.
  • Mac OS and Linux are mentioned as more consistent operating systems.

• DIY Glassy Effect in Windows

  • DWM Blur Glass Application

    • Free and open-source application from GitHub.
    • Adds custom glass effects to title bars in Windows 10 and 11.
    • Installation involves downloading, extracting files, and setting up through the C drive directory.
    • Supports changing colors and effects (blurry, arrow, acrylic).

  • Explorer Blur Mika

    • Free and open-source application for enhancing file explorer's glassy effect.
    • Provides a more complete blur effect for the file explorer.

  • Winhawk Customizer

    • Enhances the glassy effect on Windows taskbar and start menu.
    • Involves installing specific modules for deeper customization.

• Limitations

  • Customizations do not apply uniformly across all Windows applications.
  • Windows’ inconsistency remains a challenge.

• User Interaction

  • Encourages viewer comments and interaction.
  • Asks for thoughts on the liquid glass theme.

Conclusion

Windows lacks consistency in its user interface elements compared to Mac OS and Linux. Several free open-source applications can be used to replicate the glassy effect seen in older Windows versions and Apple's latest theme by customizing Windows 10 and Windows 11. Despite these efforts, inherent limitations persist due to Windows' design inconsistencies.