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Key Details of Desktop Calendar
- Be alerted of any events when you turn your computer on.
- Last updated on
- There have been 5 updates
- Virus scan status:
Clean (it’s extremely likely that this software program is clean)
Editors’ Review
There are simply too many calendar programs on the market, so we expect a lot from programs that claim to be "highly customizable." Desktop Calendar places a calendar grid on your (duh!) desktop to which you add appointments and reminders. Notes appear on the calendar once entered. Events can be exported to CSV, DAT, and TXT files, or imported from CSV or DAT files.
The only customizable feature we found was one to change the color of the calendar, however. We also couldn't figure out how to set reminders for events. While Desktop Calendar works just fine, it's got so few features we feel it's hardly more useful than some freeware apps on the market. And last we checked, most paper calendars were cheaper, too.
Compared to similar programs, Desktop Calendar struggles to stand out. Alternatives like Google Calendar not only offer cross-platform synchronization but also let users set custom reminders for events and meetings. Additionally, Google Calendar supports real-time sharing, making it ideal for team collaboration.
Similarly, Microsoft Outlook’s built-in calendar integrates seamlessly with email and task management tools, offering both individual and corporate users a robust planning solution. These programs provide significantly more features, including recurring reminders, event categories, and advanced notification settings.
On the simpler side, Rainlendar is another alternative that places a widget-style calendar on your desktop. While also lightweight, Rainlendar surpasses Desktop Calendar with its customizable skins and support for integrating external calendars like iCal or Google Calendar, giving users a more modern and flexible option.
While Desktop Calendar gets points for simplicity and ease, it falls far behind competitors in terms of functionality and customization. For users looking for basic organization without complex features, it may suffice. But for those who need modern tools and broader options, freeware alternatives like Rainlendar or web-based services such as Google Calendar are vastly superior choices.
Bottom Line
While Desktop Calendar works as a basic tool, its lack of standout features makes it difficult to recommend over competitors in today's market.
What’s new in version 0.44
- The hotkey CTRL+A will now select all text in the edit window
- Minor improvements to installer\uninstaller
- Bug fix: Events would get truncated around 1000 characters. Now the program informs the user when they have reached the limit and stops any further input to avoid data loss
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