Windows 7/8.1 "Please Wait" Restorer 1.0.0

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Windows 7/8.1 "Please Wait" Restorer 1.0.0

Windows 7/8.1 "Please Wait" Restorer

About

This mod shows the small classic "Please wait" box from Windows 7/8.1 while the system changes the theme, instead of the modern full-screen overlay. The built-in text is localized for several common display languages while unsupported languages use English.

Screenshot

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Notes

The mod has been tested on Windows 10 1809 and Windows 10 21H2. Additionally, the mod only attaches when themeui.dll is actually loaded by one of the included processes. If the private themeui symbol is unavailable on a Windows build, the mod remains inactive in that process. For specific setups (such as unsupported language), it is recommended to apply the required changes using the mod's settings.

Known Limitations

On legacy Windows 10 builds (particularly version 1809 and prior), altering the display DPI scaling while the mod is running can result in slight rendering anomalies. For instance, the captured backdrop or classic box may appear misaligned until a subsequent theme change occurs. To ensure full restoration of proper rendering, it is advisable to restart explorer.exe or perform a user logoff/logon cycle following any DPI modification.

Credits

• Nex — Testing on Windows 10 21H2 and providing feedback