and you can also use fractions, decimals, and percentages. Tip: The math component seems quite flexible.
Tip: "*1/3" also can be simplified to "/3" and is perhaps easier to read that way/ The grids above work but I don't like the way the formulas look so I'll rewrite those as: It's usually best to start with one of those edges. Tip: Since I thought that starts at the top & starts at the left so and could be left out - but that has odd results (it gets even worse to leave them out when you have more than one monitor). Tip: GridMove ignores spaces in math equations but I used them here for clarity. (Remember: Multiplication & division get done before addition & subtraction) The main method, and easiest way, is to use simple math: "OK, I want to split my wide screen down the center. However and would account for the taskbar so they may be less. On a monitor running at 1680 x 1050 (most 20" and 22" monitors) always = 1680 pixels and always = 1050 pixels. What these mean should be obvious but here's an example anyway: Tip: I always define grid edges that are also on screen edges as relative (without the "Real") just because I may move or resize the taskbar. Makes a window the size of your screen and includes the area normally taken by the taskbar. These are great for 2 monitors in "span" mode or for setting exact screen locations and exact window sizes. These define real screen edges no matter where the taskbar is. There are also what I will call "absolute" edges. Makes a window the size of your screen (minus the area taken by the taskbar). If it's on the Left and 100 pixels wide then is 100 pixels from the left. However, if you have Auto-Hide off, your taskbar is on the bottom of your screen, and it's 20 pixels high then defines a location 20 pixels from the bottom of your screen. If your taskbar is set to "Auto-Hide" then this doesn't matter much to you. Those are what I call "relative" edges because they account for the taskbar. Tip: the "1" is because these all refer to monitor 1. Some grid files go in this order:īut my order (top, bottom, left, right) is the simplest one for my brain so it's the one I'll use in this tutorial. Note: I'm not sure if the order of these matters much. These tell GridMove where the edges of your grids are. Start with simple grids then ask yourself how many you really need to keep everything flowing smoothly and quickly. Sometimes too many options and too many Triggers will actually slow You down. Tip: Before you go "all out" and create huge number of ways to divide your screen please think carefully about how many of these you would use daily. It might even be a good idea to sit down and draw out the grids you want before you read any farther. You can have simple, non-overlapping, grids or complex setups with several different ways to split your screen. The first and most important thing to decide is how you want to divide your monitor. We can't actually make a grid file until the end of section 3 because first we have to plan. (Making this tutorial is my donation).Ī) What is a "Grid"? A Grid is an area that your window will be resized to.įor now just follow along. Note: If you appreciate this then send Donation Credits (if you are so inclined) to jgpaiva or to this site's general account. Parts 1-5 in beta now Feedback is welcome. If you have any feedback, would like better explanations, or spot an error, please let me know that too. (If you really, really, Really, want credit let me know ) Much of what I've learned was from looking at other Grid files - If I stole an idea from you - Thanks!
MIGRATING WINDOWS GRID SOFTWARE
I'm also still learning the software just like you may be. This is not all complete & parts are preliminary - (but I think it's a useful start) If all you want is a simple Grid then you might only even need parts 1-3. I know this looks like a lot of information but most of it is examples and if you follow along, taking it step by step, it's quite easy. I'm going to start this fairly simply with only a single monitor setup but the real power comes in with larger screens and multiple monitors.Ħ) Using Multiple Monitors: (I'm still planning)ħ) Additional Notes: (I'm still planning) Tip: You can find GridMove Grid files can be posted here: (Link) (you can even share yours) The problem with GridMove is that, while it's very powerful when properly set up, it's not easy for everyone to get the most out of it (Unless there is an already perfect grid for them or) they create their own grid for their specific setup. I made this because I Really appreciate this program and want others to love it as much as I do.
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