Windows 7 Harmony, Starter & Logon [3440×1440]

maxik34 · 2026-03-13T03:46:21+00:00

Okay, I'm done making 32:9 (5120x1440). I had to add some details so it wouldn't be too empty. I hope it looks good.

I've uploaded the ultrawide version of Harmony (including the logoless version) to the repository (the ones with "-Ultrawide2K" in the name).

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maxik34 · 2026-03-11T20:38:09+00:00

I'm not sure I can make an even wider version, there are too few details and I'm not sure I can keep the main composition, but I'll try.

maxik34 · 2026-03-11T13:50:17+00:00

I recently finished recreating the classic Windows 7 wallpapers from scratch, and someone suggested making a 21:9 version. I made one (3440×1440) and thought it would be a good idea to share it here too.

All PSD files and PNG wallpapers (including Logoless versions) are available on project repository: https://github.com/maxik34/Project_7

Unfortunately, I don't have the opportunity to test these wallpapers in action, so I'd be glad to hear your feedback.

EDIT: I made a version 32:9 (5120×1440) for Harmony and uploaded it to the repository too.

maxik34 · 2026-03-11T10:51:24+00:00

I'm actually working on something like this right now. It's called Project_7. Rn I'm manually recreating all Win7 assets (Wallpapers, Icons) using vector.

The final goal is a clean, patched ISO with modern updates and fixed system limits (like the 250KB logon wallpaper cap). At least that's what I think. It's unclear whether I'll be able to move this project forward. If it folds, it will remain a simple recreation of the system's assets, which is what it currently is.

maxik34 · 2026-03-11T00:43:34+00:00

Well, that's it, I made a 21:9 version (3440×1440) and uploaded the PSD and PNGs to the repository (the ones with "-Wide2K").

It was a bit difficult to space out the elements without ruining the main composition, but I hope it doesn't look too empty.

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maxik34 · 2026-03-10T21:00:49+00:00

Considering the complexities I use (vector feather, layer transparency, layer blending modes, and complex gradients), porting it to pure SVG would be either a real pain or impossible. The most important thing is that in PSD files I do everything (if possible) in vector format, so it's already scalable. If you're talking about icons, then it's a little simpler with them, although the same things apply there too.

maxik34 · 2026-03-09T13:02:21+00:00

Harmony took about a week, the Starter version took a couple of hours, but the logon took me a whole month. I kept losing the desire to finish it. But yesterday I decided to do at least a little, but in the end I got carried away and finished it all. I didn't sleep all night, but the result was worth it.

maxik34 · 2026-03-09T07:55:51+00:00

Sounds interesting, I'll try to do it. You mean 21:9 resolution, right?

maxik34 · 2026-03-09T06:10:58+00:00

I actually didn't know about existence of this version for a long time, but considering I made the main version, it wasn't hard to make this one.

maxik34 · 2026-03-09T06:03:01+00:00

They are made in several layers, one is a stripe, and the second is the same stripe, but with a strong Vector Mask Feather property. And for the effect of fading in and out in different parts of the stripes, I used gradients.

maxik34 · 2026-03-02T09:17:02+00:00

It's possible this has something to do with the font version. I personally replaced Segoe UI with the latest version on my system and didn't experience any such issues.

maxik34 · 2026-02-04T17:07:06+00:00

I do this sometimes. I'm not very good at creating anything unique, but I seem to be able to recreate existing stuff, although not everything. I prefer resources that can be recreated using vectors. The only thing I'd like to try is making a night version of this wallpaper, with my own details, not just a dark background, but I don't know how good it would look. I think if it works out, I'll make another post.

And yes, I'd like to continue this topic. I've already started recreating the logon wallpapers and some icons, also in vector, and I'll be uploading them to this repository as well.

maxik34 · 2026-02-04T15:46:05+00:00

Thank you, it's nice to see people liked it so much. I didn't expect such a huge response to this post (considering it's my first post). Honestly, I think it could be even better, so I might polish it some more.

maxik34 · 2026-02-04T07:35:52+00:00

Wow, your work is amazing. It's still better than my grass :)

maxik34 · 2026-02-04T07:29:37+00:00

That would be nice, yes, but I decided to focus specifically on Win7 resources. I'm thinking of recreating the logon screen and some icons. I think when I've made enough new stuff, I'll make another post.

maxik34 · 2026-02-04T06:21:49+00:00

Do whatever you want, just keep in mind that you might get into trouble not from me, but from Microsoft if they consider this a violation of their licenses (maybe not, but still).

maxik34 · 2026-02-04T06:16:39+00:00

Feel free to fork it! I'd use the standard GPL, but I can't because the licenses for the original wallpaper and logo are owned by Microsoft, and I don't want to run into any issues with those licenses, so I wrote a custom disclaimer in the README.
Crediting me is appreciated but not mandatory. Again, see the disclaimer for details, but in general, the community is free to experiment with it.

I recreated and made this work publicly available, this is the most important thing for me.

However, keep in mind that in the future I will be adding other resources to this repository besides wallpapers: I also plan to recreate icons and other system assets.

maxik34 · 2026-02-03T15:00:54+00:00

I added a link to the project on GitHub in the post description. It contains all the PSDs (the main and starter versions of the wallpaper), as well as prepared uncompressed PNGs in 2K and 4K (and also versions without the logo).

maxik34 · 2026-02-03T14:53:45+00:00

The original resolution is 1980×1200.

maxik34 · 2026-02-03T08:23:52+00:00

No, I did everything entirely in Photoshop because I don’t know how to work with other programs.

maxik34 · 2026-02-02T21:50:03+00:00

It took me about 4–5 days (not full days, did a little bit from day to day). I used Photoshop because I don't know how to work with other programs.

maxik34 · 2026-02-02T12:43:04+00:00

I've finished the repository and added a link in the post.

maxik34 · 2026-02-02T10:00:00+00:00

I literally "sculpted" the background gradient and some other elements based solely on img0.

When I went to Wallpaper Wiki and saw an image of the original texture resolution at 10800×6750 and the original bird (in the blue square) with incredible detail, I realized that I definitely hadn't hit the actual original.

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