Converting an exe File to a Screensaver
Most of the people think that converting an exe file to a screensaver is a tough task. However, the truth is that it is quite easy when you have the basic knowledge about the conversion process. All you need to have is a basic understanding of the Microsoft windows operating system. There are some steps and tips to keep in mind while dealing with a screensaver and exe conversion.
The first thing to do is opening the folder having the file to be converted using the windows explorer. After opening it with the explorer, just select or highlight the file for which conversion is required. If you are single clicking the file for selecting it, just press the F2 button whereas if you are right clicking the file for selecting it, just go to the rename option in the resulting popup menu. You must change its extension name from ‘.exe’ to ‘.scr’. Now right click the file again and select the ‘install’ option. You may not believe that you have just changed an exe file to a screensaver.
When you are trying to construct a screensaver in ideal programming language, you must make it sure that the created screensaver does not have a frame, is at the maximum possible size and is on the top position. You must also make it a point to prepare functions in an event or loop so that the screensaver can be re-used when the user has become idle. However, if you are trying to use the screensaver in the form of a normal slide show, you must study the Microsoft DirectX to allow the transition between media. Normally interaction with a computer will not result in the closing of the custom screensaver and these events should be set-up by you. However, converting an exe file into a screensaver is not challenging if you keep in mind these tips and steps.
And that’s really so easy? I hadn’t tried converting .exe. to screensavers but you intrigued me. )) However, can I convert .exe file to .scr if it has animation in it, like movie cut or anything?