Animated desktop background in Windows 8 - Here's how
With an animated desktop background, you can make your desktop even more individual in Windows 8. In our instructions we show you the procedure.
Step 1: install animated desktop wallpaper software
There is currently only one software that also offers animated backgrounds for Windows 8. This is a 30-day trial version that can no longer be used free of charge after the time has expired. On request, you can buy the software for around 7 euros (possible with PayPal and credit card).
- Open the StarDock.com website and click the "Get it now" button and then "Try it Free".
- You will then be redirected to the download page. If you have saved the installation file on your computer, execute it with a double click.
- Deselect all additional offers during installation. Start the program after installation and choose the "Free Trial" variant.
- You will then be asked for your email address. Enter this and click on the "Next" button. Open the confirmation link in the email and click "Next" again in the program.
- You can now test the program for 30 days. We will show you how to use an animated desktop background in the next paragraph.
Step 2: set up animated desktop background in Windows 8
- On the left side you can see all background pictures, videos and animations that the program already has. You can download additional content free of charge from the Internet.
- Select one of the desired animations or videos and click on the "Apply to my desktop" button at the bottom right. After a few seconds, the animation will appear on your desktop.
- Below the preview you will find the "Effects" button. Here you can edit the animation yourself with filters.
- Click on the gear icon in the top right-hand corner to find numerous settings. Under the "Performance" tab, you can, for example, reduce or increase the quality. This will help you fix any jerky images.
- You can import your own videos and animations under the "Folders" tab. However, the program only accepts videos in the .WMV format. Therefore, you may have to convert the [//www.chip.de/downloads/Freemake-Video-Converter_44015164.html|Video]] beforehand.
- Note: If you would like to start the program again at a later time, simply open it with a right click on the desktop and the option "Configure DeskScapes".