black borders in screenlets

[tech0007]

Hi!,

I just installed screenlets. I don't have compiz coz my integrated card (Via) doesn't support it. I can't get rid of the black boarders on all screenlets I install on my desktop. I tried configuring each one by right-click->properties->options but I can't see where I can eliminate the black boarders. Can anyone help?

I attach a screenshot of my desktop. The black boarders ruin it.

Thanks.

[Lord Illidan]

You definitely need a compositing environment to use those screenlets and the Avant Window Navigator I see you got running there, since it's those that enable the transparency. All is not lost, though. Gdesklets gives you similar capabilities, but not as flashy.

[tech0007]

Hi,

That's not AWN. I'm using cairo-dock. So are you saying I can use gdesklets instead of screenlets? Is it in the repo? If I go by your first suggestion, which compositing manager would you recommend? I dont have a high-end graphics card.

Thanks.

[Lord Illidan]

I doubt you can use any compositing manger whatsoever with that card. If you want to enjoy one, buy a cheap Nvidia card, for instance.

As for gdesklets, yes, check out for yourself.