Several versions of Windows operating system have been introduced in the market. However, every system requires some revisions either due to the change in technology or due to inefficient functions. Indeed, revised versions perform better than the previous ones, but the need of improving software still persists.

Windows 7

Windows 7 is an effective operating system, but like may other operating systems, it is not perfect. The system has some problems that need to be fixed in order to avoid inconvenience while working on it.

Here is a guide to fix Windows problems you might face in the latest version.

Fixing the Most Common Windows Problems

Some of the most common problems reported in Windows 7 are its compatibility with older versions, slow performance and trouble with Aero visual effects themes. Read on to find the automatic solution to fix Windows problems in the latest version.

Fixing the Slow Speed

Windows 7 is more advanced than the previous operating system software, and therefore has many visual effects. These visual effects are heavy to be stored on the graphic card and system memory of the computer. The problem can easily be solved by turning off the redundant effects.

Here is a solution to fix this Windows problem:

• Go to Start and type ‘performance’ in the search bar.
• From the results appeared on screen, select ‘adjust the appearance and performance of Windows’
• It will lead to the ‘performance’ option of Windows
• Now select ‘adjust for best performance’ from the ‘visual effects’ and the problem of slow speed will be resolved.

However, if you want to maintain a nice interface then:

• Select ‘custom’ and check the option of ‘use visual styles on Windows and buttons’ to enjoy a pleasant Windows interface.

What to do when Windows does not work

Aero effects are not enabled by default on every Windows software. The visual effects of Windows 7 include Aero Peek, Aero Shape , Aero Snap and Aero Flip. Below mentioned are some reasons why Windows does not work and what to do to fix this Windows problem.

Why Visual Effects Do Not Work On Some Computers

Window 7 automatically adjusts Aero visual effects depending on the computers Windows Experience Index. The key system components are assessed on a scale of 1.0 to 7.9. The components which are assessed through this index include graphics, processor, gaming graphics and primary hard disk. The base score equals the lowest sub score which determines what Windows Aero visual effects a computer supports.

Fixing Windows Experience Index

Follow these steps to fix this Windows problem:

• Go to ‘start’ option and type ‘experience index’ into the search bar.
• Now click on the ‘check Windows experience index’ and select ‘refresh’ to upgrade your system.

However, if you are using a laptop, it is advised to ‘plug in’ before updating as this system does not work on battery power.

Adjusting the Aero Effects

Make sure you use Aero theme instead of basic or high contrast theme to adjust Aero effects. However, remember that Aero effects are not available for Windows 7 Starter.

Follow these steps to change the theme for Windows 7:

• Go to ‘start’ option and type ‘theme’ in the search tab
• Click on ‘change the theme’ and select the theme from the available list
• Now select ‘Aero themes’ and click on the’ adjust visual effects’ on  the top left of the window

You can directly go to this option by selecting the ‘start’ button and typing ‘adjust performance’ into the search bar.

• A window will automatically appear on the screen saying ‘performance option for visual effects’.
• Now, allow Windows to ‘choose what’s best for my computer’ and adjust the system accordingly. You can also select ‘custom setting’ to customize Windows 7.
• Use an upgraded Windows Experience Index (WEI) for changing the Windows Aero visual effects.
• Enable Aero Peek
• Use visual style only on Windows and buttons
• Allow desktop composition of system

Useful tips to fix this Windows problem of Aero Effects:

You can also disable aero visual effects to reduce the load on the computer system by:

• Going to ‘start’ button and typing ‘regedit’ in the search bar.
• Browse ‘key­­_Current_User\Software\Microsoft\ Windows\DMW and click on ‘enable aero peek’. Make sure it is set at 1 instead of 0.

Compatibility of Older Programs

Check the programs which are compatible with Windows 7 before upgrading your system. Windows 7 itself performs this checking, however, it is suggested to check manually.

Steps to follow in fixing this Windows problem:

• Right click on the ‘installation bar’ and select ‘properties’.
• Now switch to ‘compatibility’ tab from properties
• Select the latest version of ‘run this program in compatibility mode for’ and then select ‘pull down menu’ according to the program your system was running on.

Repeat the process and change the settings for different programs if required. However, changing the settings depends on the problem you are facing.

DVD Drive Not Found

One of the most common issues in Windows 7 is the inability of Windows to find the DVD drive. Fix this Windows problem by:

• Selecting ‘start’ and searching for ‘regedit’
• Now go to ‘HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\current control set\Control\Class’  and remove ‘right hand panel’ and ‘lower filters
• Restart Windows to check if the problem is solved.

However, if the problem is still not resolved, follow these steps to fix this Windows problem:

• Click ‘start’ and search for ‘Disk Management’
• Now select ‘create and format hard disk partitions’ and  right click on ‘optical drive icon’ and select ‘change drive letter and paths’
• Choose a new drive letter from ‘change driver letter and paths and again restart the Windows to check the fixture of Windows problem.

Change of Icons with the change in Theme

Fix Windows problem in which the icons have changed automatically with the change in theme by following these steps:

• Right click on desktop and select ‘personalize’
• Now from the control panel, select ‘change desktop icons’
• Uncheck on ‘allow themes to change desktop icons’ from ‘desktop icon setting’ and the Windows problem is fixed.

The latest Windows 7 is indeed better than the previous systems in terms of its performance. However, it has some problems that can be solved instantly by using different helpful tools.