8GadgetPack

8GadgetPack brings back the nostalgia of those handy gadgets we loved in Windows 7! Remember how they used to sit right on your desktop, making everything just a little bit easier? Well, Microsoft decided to retire those cool sidebar applications in later versions of Windows because of some security issues. But if you're missing those fun little tools, don't worry! You can totally get them back with 8GadgetPack.

Classic Gadgets for Newer Windows

With 8GadgetPack, you can enjoy all your favorite classic gadgets even on newer systems like Windows 10 and Windows 11. So yes, even if you've upgraded your PC, those nostalgic gadgets can still be part of your daily routine!

Your Desktop, Your Way

Once you install 8GadgetPack, a new sidebar will pop up on your desktop featuring three default gadgets: an analog clock, a clipboard manager, and a weather gadget. And guess what? You can add even more by simply hitting the “+” button! You'll find all sorts of goodies like hardware meters, app launchers, calendars, and note-taking apps. The list goes on!

Move Gadgets Around Freely

The best part? You're not stuck keeping these gadgets in the sidebar! Just like in good old Windows 7, you can drag them wherever you want on your desktop.

Customize Everything!

If you click the wrench icon next to each gadget, you'll open up its options panel where you can tweak settings depending on the gadget. Plus, 8GadgetPack comes with tools that let you customize the sidebar's position, transparency level, and more!

A Little More Control with Tools

The cool tools in 8GadgetPack allow you to adjust things like gadget size or even restore everything to default settings if needed.

Bidding Farewell to Apps?

You might have noticed that Microsoft has moved away from gadgets in recent versions of Windows. They swapped them out for apps that do similar things—but let's face it; some folks just prefer having those classic gadgets back! If you're one of them, then 8GadgetPack is definitely what you're looking for.