XgD's Countdown

[XgD]

This app has been around a while now, but having just done a big update on it and brought it up to version 2.0 I thought i'd move it out its original forum in Software Discussion/Assistance down to here. Dominik originally asked for it and it grew from there, and as people asked for features, I added them.

It can sit transparent on your desktop, or tick away in your system tray. I tried to make it as customisable as possible, but if you wish me to add anything, tell me!

If anyone wants to contribute any names/icons/feedback/new-features/bugs, PM or e-mail me (my e-mail is on the settings tab of the app)

I've attatched a screenshot anyway.

Download URL (Zip Package):

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

Installer:

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.exe

Thanks

XgD

Edit: Added installer

Edited June 29, 2005 by XgD

[+unabatedshagie Subscriber¹]

Handy little app (Y) Thanks

[lyte]

Can't access the link.

[dpvtank]

a stupid small request, but I would love it if somehow, when I startup my computer or something, I get almost like an audio thing, which kinda reminds me of the countdown, this is especially true if you have like, maybe a few minutes left for an auction to end, and you want a reminder then, not when the time ends.

Ofcourse, you could specify the audio file yourself and the time intervals the audio file kinda starts or something to remind you of it. For example, I would love it to have like a project due in the next 2 days and when I start up my computer, it makes this noise which kinda tells me to stop slacking of and get to work. I don't know, I know it will definately help me.

So, basically:

1. specify audio file for

2. notifications BEFORE the countdown ends which you can customize.

Thanks,

dpv

[XgD]

a stupid small request, but I would love it if somehow, when I startup my computer or something, I get almost like an audio thing, which kinda reminds me of the countdown, this is especially true if you have like, maybe a few minutes left for an auction to end, and you want a reminder then, not when the time ends.

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OK, added an option for reminders :D

I'll add the sound option soon.

Anything else??

thanks

XgD

[dpvtank]

thanks a million! this will really help me out.

[AionXn_]

cool thanks! im enjoying this =D

[dpvtank]

another silly request, but I think it can make things easier. Instead of just having around 4 locations where this program can sit on, would it also be possible to check a box and then be able to drag the counter around anywhere you want on your desktop?

[XgD]

another silly request, but I think it can make things easier. Instead of just having around 4 locations where this program can sit on, would it also be possible to check a box and then be able to drag the counter around anywhere you want on your desktop?

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That was one of the first features that came in. Right click it, and unlock its position. Should I make this option more clear do you think?

It does mention this on the position tab if you read at the bottom

XgD

[velkymx]

FYI - https://www.neowin.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=193205&st=0

I put it on my Freeware CD - wrapped in a RAR installer SFX.

VX

[Slimy]

thank you :)

[XgD]

OK, i Just uploaded a new version (2.2). A few bug fixes and I added hints the options.

If theres anything else needed adding/fixing, just tell me

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

thanks

XgD

[velkymx]

XgD - Hey I have a request! How about a snooze button... that would reset the clock to a predetermined future time, like when you hit snooze on your alarm clock.

[XgD]

OK, I added a snooze button for you. Fixed some other stuff. Version 2.3

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

Thanks

XgD

[XgD]

Updated again

v2.31:

-Neatened settings up

-Reordered tabs on settings page

-Changed pop-up menus slightly

-Added more hints

-Fixed lots of long-standing lock/unlock bugs

-Made no background mode disable irrelevant options

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

thanks

XgD

[Slimy]

^ great! thank you, gotta start using it more

[XgD]

Uploaded v2.32:

-Font anti-aliasing (cleartype) disabled to remove transparency glitches

around text when no background mode enabled

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

XgD

[XgD]

Uploaded v2.4:

Fixed shrinking message/tray icon/custom recurrance/stay-on-top bugs

Added new options

+ bit more.

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

XgD

[Nelsinho]

^^thanks for the little app dude and happy new year too (Y) :D

[Slimy]

Uploaded v2.4:

Fixed shrinking message/tray icon/custom recurrance/stay-on-top bugs

Added new options

+ bit more.

http://www.josolyne.demon.co.uk/countdown.zip

XgD

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thx... updated

going to be needing this, have a ****load of work to do and neowin is pulling me in again :p

[XgD]

Just uploaded version 2.5. I think its pretty secure now... no bugs I can see, a lot been done to it.

New version adds startup support, and a few neatness updates & bug fixes.

countdown.zip

I'll upload the source code if anyone wants it.

Thanks

XgD

[Slimy]

thank you, btw which language is it written in?

[XgD]

tis written in Delphi 6

XgD

[dynomite]

THANK YOU!! Awesome!!

Works wonderfully....

On rare ocassions doesn't load up, but still great....

[SkyyPunk Veteran]

i would be interested in looking at the source...i have never seen delphi code before :)