Windows 7 Gadget that will not work in 32 bit or 64 bit mode on windows 7 64 bit

[Michael Arnold]

Hi, I hope this is a good place to post this. No one has ever been able to figure this one out for me. Maybe someone here can. I have a desktop gadget that works fine on Windows 7 32 bit OS, but will not work on a Windows 7 64 bit OS. I have tried running the 32 bit sidebar service (as administrator), but it will not work in either 64 or 32. I hope somebody can help.

 

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It seems like you're facing compatibility issues with a desktop gadget on Windows 7 64-bit. Here are some steps you can try to troubleshoot the problem: 1. Check Gadget Compatibility: Make sure the gadget you are trying to use is compatible with a 64-bit operating system. Older gadgets designed for 32-bit systems may not work on 64-bit systems. 2. Enable Windows Gadgets: - Right-click on the desktop and select "Gadgets." - Make sure the "Windows Desktop Gadgets" option is checked. If not, check it to enable gadgets. 3. Run the gadget as an administrator: - Right-click on the gadget's icon or shortcut. - Select "Run as administrator" to see if this helps with the issue. 4. Install the Gadget Manually: - If you have the gadget's installation files, try installing it manually. - Copy the gadget files to the appropriate gadget directory: - For user-specific gadgets: %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets - For system-wide gadgets: %ProgramFiles%\Windows Sidebar\Gadgets 5. Check Security Software: - Sometimes security software can interfere with gadgets. Temporarily disable any security software you have and see if the gadget works. 6. Run in Compatibility Mode: - Right-click on the gadget's executable file. - Go to "Properties" -> "Compatibility" tab. - Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and select "Windows 7." 7. Update Windows 7: - Ensure that your Windows 7 operating system is fully updated. Sometimes, updates can resolve compatibility issues. 8. Check Event Viewer for Errors: - Look for any error messages related to the gadget in the Event Viewer. This can provide more specific details on why the gadget is not functioning correctly. By following these steps, you may be able to troubleshoot and resolve the issue with the desktop gadget on your Windows 7 64-bit operating system. Feel free to try these steps and let me know if you need further assistance!