How to Create a Snowflake Screensaver for Christmas

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During the Christmas holidays, you can decorate your computer by creating a snowflake screensaver to keep your spirits high even when you are working. Snowflake screensavers are so popular that you can even download a version if you don’t have the time to make one.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Step1
Go to Windows Explorer and create a new folder. Right-click on "My Documents" or the "C Drive." Select “New” and then “Folder." Name it something simple like “Christmas."
Step2
Copy the pictures you want to use into the folder. Right-click on an image and select “Copy." Right-click on the folder “Christmas” and select “Paste.” Repeat, until you have all the pictures copied into the folder.
Step3
Open your Control Panel. You can find this on your Start menu or your desktop.
Step4
Click on “Personalization” and then “Screen Saver.” You can also select this by right-clicking on your desktop, selecting “Personalize” and then “Screen Saver.”
Step5
Select from the drop-down box the folder “Photos” and then select “Settings.” On the next screen, select “Browse” and then select “Christmas.” Click on “Save.”
Step6
Choose “Preview” and your snowflake screensaver will start. Select the amount of time the computer should be idle before it activates.
Step7
Download Christmas Scenes Screen Saver (see Resources below) and add your own music or pictures to it.

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