Administrator Updated on January 25, 2023 Have you ever wondered why there aren't weather gadgets in Windows 7? This is because Microsoft decided to replace the Windows Sidebar by Gadgets. If you're still a fan of the weather gadgets and would like to install them in your computer, then this guide is for you.
Many people might wonder what the use of a weather gadget is in Windows 7 and why is it necessary for highly productive people to make the most out of it. Well, if you are always heading out to exercise, work, or stroll with your pet, it really is necessary to install a weather gadget. This application helps people know whether they should bring an umbrella or not. This also allows them to predict whether or not to drive into a flood-prone shortcut route.
This gadget is actually a great way to keep yourself updated and prepared because it warns you about weather conditions beforehand. The best thing is users would no longer have to install a third-party application to keep the gadget functional. Knowing all the benefits it provides, it may be just appropriate to install it. But how should you install it in Windows 7?
How to install?
If you're using Windows 7, follow the instructions below:
- Click Start.
- In its search field, enter the keyword "add a gadget."
- After that, click the link that says "add some gadgets to my desktop"
- Then, the Windows 7 desktop will access the gallery for Gadget applications. This gallery contains a list of several gadgets that are currently downloaded on your computer. It means that your weather gadget is already included because there are applications in Windows 7 that have already been pre-installed in your computer.
- Your currently installed gadgets are actually listed alphabetically. So, if you are looking for a particular gadget, just scroll down to look for the first letter of its word. You may also type the word itself to immediately find the application you're looking for. In this case, just type "weather" in its search field so you would no longer have to scroll through the long gadget list.
- Once you finally see the gadget (it has a bright sun icon), click it, hold your mouse, and release the mouse button to where you need it to be placed on the desktop. By dragging it on your PC's desktop, you can already use it anytime. Its weather updates are already visible on your screen.
- Its indicators include wind speed, temperature, precipitations, and humidity. Also, it will warn you if it detects any changes so you can think way ahead whether or not to go out.
However, the process does not end here yet. You still have to customize it according to your specific place, preferred temperature unit. By changing its settings, you will see weather forecasts that are applicable to the area you're currently living in. Sometimes, people transfer from one city to another. That is why they confuse themselves with the weather gadget's updates because it didn't seem to match their area's weather condition. It is because it is reporting their previous city's weather, and this would indeed confuse users. That's why it's important not to forget to update its settings. How?
- In order to access the weather gadget's settings and options, simply right click on the app and select "Options" from its context menu. You may also move your mouse's pointer on the app and click the "wrench" button. The wrench button is actually present on all Windows 7 gadgets.
- After doing so, the weather gadget options window will appear.
- Then you may now enter the name of your city or zip code in the "select location" field.
- Click Search.
- If the app found multiple matches or multiple city names that are related to the one you typed, just choose the accurate one.
- Then, choose your preferred temperature unit (either Fahrenheit or Celsius).
- After that, just click, OK. Then, your new settings are already applied.
These are the steps on how to install and display your weather gadget on your Windows 7, 10 desktop. Windows 7 already have the necessary gadgets pre-installed on your personal computer, so all you have to do is to display its updates on your screen. I hope you'll find the above-mentioned steps easy to follow.
Summary: Install Weather Gadgets in Windows 7
- Download the Weather Gadget
- Install the Weather Gadget
- Customize Your Weather Gadget
- More Weather Gadgets for Windows 7
