The Windows XP "Windows and Buttons" Settings Are Not Available for the 64-Bit Versions (296761)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP 64-Bit Edition
This article was previously published under Q296761

SYMPTOMS

On the Appearance tab in the Display Properties dialog box, only Classic Windows is listed in the Windows and Buttons drop-down list; Windows XP Style is missing from the list.

CAUSE

This behavior occurs because the Themes service is not installed on Windows XP 64-bit editions.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

MORE INFORMATION

The 64-bit versions of Windows XP does not include the Windows XP Luna theme, nor are there any new Windows and Buttons themes that are supported in the Itanium-based versions.

The Windows XP 64-bit versions do include the new Start menu.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/15/2006
Keywords:kbbug kbnofix kbui KB296761
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