Custom Shell (Standard 7 SP1)
7/8/2014
This section describes how to create a custom shell experience by using the custom shell components. Each component can be used separately or in any combination. By using a custom shell, you can do the following:
- Remove boot screens
- Use Shell Launcher to reference a custom shell
- Remove Windows branding from startup screens
- Replace the background image for startup screens
- Add message blockers
The goal of this section is to provide developers with the tools they need to create a custom user experience from startup until shutdown.
In This Section
- Remove Boot Screens
Provides information about how to use the Hide Boot Screens package to remove boot screens.
- Use Shell Launcher
Provides information about how to use Shell Launcher to configure your custom shell.
- Remove Windows Branding
Provides information about how to use the Unbranded Startup Screens package to remove Windows branding.
- Replace the Startup Screen Background Image
Provides information about how to use the Custom Logon Desktop Background Images package to replace the background image in your startup screens.
- Add Message Blockers
Provides information about how to use the Dialog Box Filter and Message Box Default Reply packages to add message blocking to your custom shell.
Related Sections
- Custom Logon Desktop Background Images
Provides information about how to use the Custom Logon Desktop Background Images package.
- Dialog Box Filter
Provides information about how to use the Dialog Box Filter package.
- Message Box Default Reply
Provides information about how to use the Message Box Default Reply package.