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- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/official-nstechfix/modernclocks
- Owner: official-nstechfix
- Created: 2024-09-07T10:47:23.000Z (4 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-09-14T09:35:00.000Z (4 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2024-09-14T20:06:41.583Z (4 months ago)
- Size: 1.29 MB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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- Readme: README.md
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README
# ModernClocks - A Stylish Rainmeter Clock with Blur Effect
**ModernClocks** is a modern, minimalistic Rainmeter skin that adds a sleek digital clock to your desktop with a blur effect. Its clean design and customizable options allow it to fit perfectly into any desktop theme. ModernClocks uses a stylish font, elegant layout, and real-time blur effects to create a subtle yet visually appealing clock that enhances the aesthetics of your desktop.
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## Features
- **Blur Effect**: The clock is displayed on a semi-transparent background that features a stylish blur effect, giving your desktop a modern look.
- **Customizable Layout**: Modify the clock’s position, size, and font style directly from the Rainmeter configuration.
- **Date and Time Display**: The skin displays the current time in a large, easy-to-read format, with optional day and date information.
- **Lightweight**: Designed to be lightweight and efficient, so it won’t slow down your system.
- **Easy Installation**: Simple to install, with customizable options available for advanced users.
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## Preview
Here’s how ModernClocks will look on your desktop. The background is blurred dynamically, making the clock stand out without overpowering your wallpaper.
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## Installation
### Prerequisites
To use ModernClocks, you must have **Rainmeter** installed on your computer. Rainmeter is a free and open-source desktop customization platform that allows you to run skins like ModernClocks.
1. **Download Rainmeter**:
- If you don’t already have Rainmeter installed, download it from the official website: [Rainmeter.net](https://www.rainmeter.net/).
2. **Clone or Download ModernClocks**:
- You can download the skin files from the [ModernClocks GitHub repository](https://github.com/official-nstechfix/ModernClocks/releases/tag/ModernClocks).
- Either clone the repository using Git:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/official-nstechfix/ModernClocks.git
```
- Or download the ZIP file and extract it manually.
3. **Install the Skin**:
- Once downloaded, extract the contents of the `ModernClocks` folder into your Rainmeter `Skins` directory.
- The path should look like this: `Documents\Rainmeter\Skins\ModernClocks`.
4. **Activate the Skin**:
- Open the Rainmeter application and navigate to the `Skins` tab.
- Find `ModernClocks` in the list of installed skins, and load it by clicking on the skin name.
---
## Customization
ModernClocks is fully customizable. You can easily adjust the clock's appearance, font, size, and blur effect to fit your preferences. Here's how you can modify the skin:
### Change Clock Position
To change the position of the clock on your screen:
1. Open the `ModernClocks.ini` file in any text editor (e.g., Notepad, Sublime Text).
2. Look for the `[Variables]` section, where you’ll see variables for `ClockX` and `ClockY`.
3. Adjust these values to move the clock around your screen. For example, setting `ClockX=200` will move the clock 200 pixels to the right.
```ini
[Variables]
ClockX=200
ClockY=150
```
### Adjust Font and Size
ModernClocks allows you to easily modify the font and size of the displayed time and date.
1. In the `[MeterTime]` and `[MeterDate]` sections of the `.ini` file, find the `FontFace` and `FontSize` settings.
2. Change `FontFace` to any font installed on your system (e.g., `Arial`, `Helvetica`, etc.).
3. Modify `FontSize` to increase or decrease the size of the clock.
```ini
FontFace=Segoe UI
FontSize=64
```
### Change the Blur Effect
You can control the strength of the blur effect on the background.
1. In the `[MeterBackground]` section, find the `EffectStrength` variable.
2. Adjust the value to increase or decrease the blur strength. A higher value will result in a more pronounced blur.
```ini
EffectStrength=30
```
### Date and Time Format
By default, ModernClocks displays the time in a 24-hour format (`%H:%M:%S`). If you prefer a 12-hour format with AM/PM, you can change this in the `[MeasureTime]` section.
1. Open the `ModernClocks.ini` file.
2. In the `[MeasureTime]` section, change the `Format` variable to `%I:%M:%S %p` for a 12-hour format.
```ini
[MeasureTime]
Measure=Time
Format=%I:%M:%S %p
```
This will display the time like `02:30:45 PM`.
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## Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with the ModernClocks skin, here are some common solutions:
### Clock Not Displaying Correctly
- Ensure that the skin is activated in Rainmeter.
- Double-check that the path to the `ModernClocks.ini` file is correct (`Documents\Rainmeter\Skins\ModernClocks\ModernClocks.ini`).
- Make sure Rainmeter is updated to the latest version.
### Blur Effect Not Working
- Rainmeter’s blur effect may not work properly on older or low-end systems. If the blur doesn’t appear, try lowering the `EffectStrength` or testing with a different background image.
- Ensure your system supports transparency and blur effects.
### Font Not Changing
- Make sure the font you’re trying to use is installed on your system. If the font is not installed, Rainmeter will default to a standard font.
### Performance Issues
- If you experience performance issues or lag, reduce the size of the clock by lowering the `FontSize` or decreasing the `EffectStrength` of the blur.
- Reducing the update frequency in the `[Rainmeter]` section from `Update=1000` (1 second) to a higher number (e.g., `Update=2000` for 2 seconds) may also help reduce CPU usage.
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## Contributing
We welcome contributions to ModernClocks! Whether you want to improve the design, add new features, or fix bugs, feel free to submit a pull request.
### How to Contribute
1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch (`git checkout -b feature/YourFeature`).
3. Make your changes and commit them (`git commit -m 'Add some feature'`).
4. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature/YourFeature`).
5. Open a pull request.
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## Acknowledgments
- **Rainmeter**: Special thanks to the Rainmeter development team for creating such a powerful and flexible platform for desktop customization.
- **Segoe UI Font**: The default font used in ModernClocks is Segoe UI, a clean and modern font pre-installed on most Windows systems.
- **Community**: Thanks to the Rainmeter community for providing tutorials and resources that helped shape this skin.
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## License
ModernClocks is licensed under the MIT License, meaning you are free to use, modify, and distribute this skin, provided that attribution is given to the original author.
See the [LICENSE](https://github.com/official-nstechfix/ModernClocks/blob/main/LISENCE.md) file for more details.
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With **ModernClocks**, you can transform your desktop into a beautiful and functional space that not only tells the time but also enhances the overall design of your workspace. Enjoy customizing it to your liking!