Customize My Folders1.0

Customize My Folders is a clear-cut tool that gives you the possibility to change the look of your directories in Windows Explorer when it comes to icons, backgrounds and tooltips.It features a straightforward set of options that can be tackled with ease even by those inexperienced with OS tweaking software.

Simple installation and interface

The setup operation takes little time and effort, since there are no special settings, software requirements or third-party offers involved.As far as the interface is concerned, Customize My Folders adopts a normal window with a simple design and layout, showing all options available. You can indicate the target folder, as well as take subdirectories into account for the customization job or exclude them.

Set icons, tooltips and background images

New icons can be assigned by locating and opening ICO items via the file browser. Moreover, you can edit the tooltip, set the text and background color, as well as apply a background picture and preview it in the main window. All personalized directories are recorded by the application and they can be restored to default if you change your mind.

Evaluation and conclusion

It didn't put a strain on the computer's performance in our tests and modified directories swiftly, thanks to the fact that it needed a low amount of CPU and memory. It remained stable throughout its runtime, without causing the operating system to hang, crash or prompt error messages.On the other hand, the program hasn't been updated for such a long time that it doesn't work properly on newer Windows versions. On top of that, the price of the registered edition seems too much, especially when keeping in mind that there are other software products out there offering similar features for free. Nevertheless, you can test Customize My Folders for yourself.