Windows XP PowerToys - ClearType Tuner
ClearType manages and enhances font smoothing, to make letters and numbers appear crisper and more distinct, particularly on notebook computers and flat-panel LCD monitors.
Your computer screen can cause significant eyestrain if it is not adjusted properly. This free Microsoft PowerToy lets you use ClearType technology to make it easier to read text on your screen, and installs in the Control Panel for easy access.
Why bother?
The easier your screen is to read the less vision related issues you'll have plus working at your computer will be more enjoyable.
Some of the vision related signs some computer users report are:
- Eyes burn or red after using computer
- Blurry vision at any distance after computer use
- Double vision, or "the words run together"
- Headaches with near work
- Vision is worse at the end of the day
- Neck Ache at end of the day
When you use ClearType Tuner you can adjust your screen to your personal tastes.
Using ClearType feels a lot like a vision test!
Example:
Which text looks better #1 or #2?
Which text looks clearer #1, #2, #3, or #4?
You get the idea. ClearType lets you adjust your computer screen to exactly the way you like it. Since it's installed in your computer control panel you can go there at anytime and turn it off or make further adjustments.
ClearType works for your flatscreen, or regular CRT monitors.
Also, you do not need to download all the PowerToys to enjoy clearType. You can just download it by itself at:
Microsoft PowerToys for Windows XP - ClearType
Screen shots of ClearType:
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