Yes, sort of. Unless it uses the installed version of IE. It looks like it's just a webbrowser control - the default version of IE on 64bit Vista and Win7 is still IE 32bit, so if it's simply using webbrowser control calls, or the internetexplorer. Is there any other cool plugins for Media Center that could be useful? WLMessenger, Emulators, stuff like that Anything that could avoid having to close Media Center to do cool stuff.
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy! Already have an account? Sign in here. Windows 7 Existing user? The entire view has been color coded so that it is easier to distinguish between the different types of programs that come on. The internet TV section has been moved more to the forefront of the guide, allowing people easier access to the shows that come through the internet. If you have a home theater PC, this is one of the best media centers out there for you to use.
The mini guide is back as well, allowing you to view what is on other channels without leaving the channel you are already on. This makes it extremely easy for viewers to switch between programs without missing a second.
All in all, the Windows 7 Media Center has made a lot of improvements over earlier versions. It is easy to use while still managing to be packed full of features that would get clogged up with each other in less user-friendly setups. The Windows 7 updates make it all worthwhile. Not sure if this is the right media center for you? Check out my top 10 media center software round-up. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases for my recommendation or link to any products from this website.
Close Top Banner. Simple styling of the menu The first thing you will notice is the simple styling of the menu in the media center. By submitting your email, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Media Browser plug-in for Windows Media Center takes your digital media files and displays them in a visually appealing, user friendly interface, complete with images and metadata. For Media Browser to be able to automatically download images and metadata for your media libraries, your files will have to be correctly named.
For example, if you have an mp4 file of the movie Batman Begins, it needs to be named Batman Begins. It cannot be Batmanbegins. TV show files are handled a bit differently.
Note: You need to always have a Season 1 folder even if the show only has only one season. Without a season 1 folder, other seasons will not display properly.
Download and run the latest Media Browser. You may get a pop up window informing you that folder permissions are not set correctly for Media Browser. The Browser Configuration Tool should have opened automatically. You can add multiple folders to each media library. For example, if you have movie files stored in 4 or 5 different folders, you can add them all under a single library in Media Browser. When you are finished, close out of the Media Browser Configuration Tool.
Open Windows Media Center. You will see Media Browser tile on the main interface. Click to open it. When you initially open Media Browser, you will be prompted to run the initial configuration.
You will see a few general configuration options. The important option is the Metadata. Click on a Media Library to view the files. When you hover over a title, the synopsis and cover art is displayed to the right. Certain settings may only be available in one location or the other. Some will be available in both places. Media Browser features a variety of Plug-ins and Themes that can add optional customization and slick visual appeal.
To install plug-ins or themes, open the Media Browser Configuration Tool. Browse the list of plug-ins on the left. Select it from the Visual Theme drop down list.
Close out of the Media Browser Configuration Tool when finished.
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