FolderMagic by Cloudeight

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Click here for Updates/UpgradesCurrent version of FolderMagic (Released January 2008) is version 2.0 and it is free for all registered users to upgrade.
Click here to check if you have the current version of Foldermagic; it was released January 2008
What's New in Version 2.0 Release Date January 2008?
Click here to view and download additional icon packs. Additional Icon Packs (Free for Registered Users Only) -

If you have a question that is not covered on our Help, FAQ, or Tutorials Page, click here to fill out our on-line contact form. All inquiries are answered within 48 hours.
LOST KEY REQUESTS: Click here for lost key requests. If you purchased more then one year ago and have lost your registration, we cannot replace it as we only keep records for one year. It is important that you back your registration email up on a flash drive or a CD or other safe place. Lost Key requests may take up to one week for a response.

How To Change The Color of Any Windows Folder - No More Boring Yellow Folders
You can change the color of any Windows folder* two different ways!

The Easy Way!
1. Right-click on the folder you want to change the color of and choose "Restyle by FolderMagic" Click on the image (at left) so see a larger image of the Folder color customization dialog.
2. Choose between the two styles of folders offered by FolderMagic (Style 1 or Style 2)
3. Choose any color you like! Choose any of the premixed colors showing in the color dialog or mix your own by clicking "More colors" the colors you can create are limited only by your graphics card and your imagination!
4. After you've selected the folder color you want, simply double-click on the folder style you prefer. That's it! FolderMagic will change the folder to the color and style you chose. It's that easy.

And, registered FolderMagic 2.0 users can download the special, pre-made icon collections we offer free of charge - or you can create your own icon collections and use them in FolderMagic! Be sure to see our Tutorial on adding your own icon collections to FolderMagic.

Another way...
You can open FolderMagic and use FolderMagic's Explorer view to browse to any folder on your computer and change its color by following steps 2 through 4 above. It's easy! The colors you can create yourself are limited only by your computer's graphics card and your imagination!

How To Change The Icon of Almost Any Windows Folder
You can change the icon of almost any Windows folder* two different ways!

1. Right-click on the folder that you want to change the icon of and choose "Restyle by FolderMagic" (For more details - Click on the image (at left) so see a larger image of the FolderMagic folder icon customization dialog.) FolderMagic 2.0 even lets you change system folders like Recycle Bin, Computer, Documents, Hard drive icons, and more!
2. Click the "Pick An Icon" tab
3. Use the "down arrow" to select the Icon set you want to choose an icon from (see this picture for more details). We included over 450 icons!
4. Browse through the icons and click the one you want to use to select it
5. Once you've chosen the icons and selected it, click the OK button. You're done! Now go look at your folder!

And, registered FolderMagic 2.0 users can download free pre-made icon collections we offer or you can create your own icon collections and use them in FolderMagic! Be sure to see our Tutorial on adding your own icon collections to FolderMagic.

Another way...
You can open FolderMagic and click the "Browse" button to browse to any folder on your computer and change its icon by following steps 2 through 5 above. It's easy and the colors you can mix yourself are limited only by your computer's graphics card and your imagination!

*Because of certain Windows restrictions not every folder icon can be changed. Certain system folders cannot be restyled.

New! Change "My Computer" "Recycle Bin" and other Windows System folders!

Open FolderMagic and use FolderMagic's Explorer view to browse to the system folder you want to change. Select any icon you want to use and double-click it to select it. It's that simple. In a few seconds your Windows System icon will change to the icon you chose. Click here to see a picture.

A little information about Windows System Icons: System icons are icons that represent Windows system virtual folders like "Computer" (on Vista), "My Pictures", "Recycle Bin", "My Computer", etc. Also, note, you cannot change the color of these icons, you can only change the folder's icon.

How To Add Descriptions To Any Folder Using FolderMagic *Windows XP only*
You can easily add descriptions to any of your folders! You'll never forget what's inside a folder again!

1. Right-click the folder for which you want to write a personalize description.
2. Type your description in the form provided next to "Informational Tip" Click here to see a picture to show you (or click on the image to the left to see a larger view).
3. After you've typed in your text click "OK". That's all there is to it!
4. Now when you hover over that folder you'll see your full description! You'll never forget the contents of a folder again. When you hover over the folder with your cursor you'll see the text description that you entered

Keep Your Folders Private! *Windows XP only*
You can easy prevent sharing of folders with FolderMagic!

Did you know? On Windows XP each user can have their own "User Account".

Unless you make your folders private any other user on your computer has access to your folders. FolderMagic makes it simple to prevent any folder from being shared with other users. Just check the box the bottom of the FolderMagic dialog that says "Do not share this folder." (Click here to see a picture). Note this feature is available for Windows XP users only. This feature not available for Windows Vista users. Windows Vista offers this feature by right-clicking on the folder and choosing "Make this folder private".

FolderMagic by Cloudeight - Bringing magic to your folders! Customize, Stylize, and Colorize with FolderMagic!

The possibilities are endless! FolderMagic makes folder customization easy and safe! If at any time you wish to change your folders back to they way they were, it's easy! Just right-click the folder that has been stylized by FolderMagic, and click Restore Defaults and your folders will be instantly restored to their Windows default appearance. FolderMagic is fun, safe, and useful. We're sure you'll find many uses for FolderMagic: Make your special folders stand out from the rest; change any folder's icon; make your private folders private; include full descriptions of folder contents; the choices are all yours - you can colorize your folders any color you want or change its icon to one of dozens of included professionally designed icons. FolderMagic 2.0 lets you add your own icons or download additional free icons from us1 Your special folders will be instantly recognizable and unique - and it's so easy to do with FolderMagic!

	You can try FolderMagic free! Just click here or on the download button and try FolderMagic for yourself

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FolderMagic works with Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, Windows XP Home, Media, and Professional Editions, as well as all versions of Windows Vista. All content copyright ©2006-2008 by Cloudeight Internet LLC. FolderMagic™ is a trademark of Cloudeight Internet LLC. Contact us.