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Many screensavers are available online in a file format named .scr , but how do you install them? This guide shows you how.

Part 1
Part 1 of 3:

Installing the Screensaver

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  1. Press the ⊞ Win + R keys simultaneously.
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  2. \Windows\System32 into the Run dialog.
  3. In the Run dialog, click OK .
  4. Drag the scr screensaver file into the System32 window to relocate it into the System32 folder.
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Part 2
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Setting the Screensaver

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Part 3
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Uninstalling the Screensaver

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  1. Press the ⊞ Win + R keys simultaneously.
  2. \Windows\System32 into the Run dialog.
  3. In the Run dialog, click OK .
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      Warnings

      • Viruses can disguise themselves in the form of screensavers. Scan any screensavers that you have downloaded off of the internet using an antivirus or VirusTotal .
      • Do not modify any files in System32 because this folder contains critical system files.


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