How to make awesome Windows 8 (and 8.1) tiles

BackInBlack47

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Have you ever pinned a program to the new Windows 8 METRO tile screen and got something like this: ?

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If you don't like these kind of icons, and want something like this:

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Then just follow this simple guide!

1. You'll need a software called "OblyTile". [DOWNLOAD]

2. Once you've downloaded it, just run it

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You'll get something like this:

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((Except you won't have those stuff on the right))

3. Now type a name for your tile

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4. Now select your program path (For the ".exe" file)

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5. Now select the tile image. [HERE] is a pack full of tiles.

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7. Click "Create Tile"

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8. You are basically done! You can now see your new tile in the right side of the screen, and you can review the tile on your METRO screen. Congratulations! :)

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