Origin#
Recently, my dad bought a new computer, and I was particularly interested in it, so I helped him install some useful software on the computer in advance. Some of the software were ones my dad had never used before, but after a few days of use, he praised these programs highly. So I thought, could I summarize the essential software for setting up a computer in an article? This would not only be convenient for myself but also beneficial for others. So, let's get started.
Pre-reading Disclaimer#
The software installation suggestions mentioned in this article are intended to provide users with reference. Some software may be green versions or other unofficial versions, which, while having specific advantages in certain aspects, may have uncertainties regarding compatibility, functionality completeness, and update support.
Before using these software, users should fully understand their sources and characteristics and assess potential risks on their own. It is recommended that users prioritize downloading original software from official channels to ensure the stability and security of the software. Using unofficial versions of software may lead to system instability, limited functionality, or other unforeseen issues, and resolving these problems may not receive official support.
Users should back up important data before installing any software to prevent data loss or other unexpected situations. The author assumes no responsibility for any issues arising from the use of unofficial software recommended in this article, including but not limited to system failures, data loss, or software functionality anomalies.
If users encounter problems during use, they should contact the software developers or technical support teams for assistance and bear the associated risks and responsibilities; the author assumes no responsibility.
System and Efficiency Tools#
1. uTools#
Official website: https://www.u-tools.cn
uTools is hard to summarize in just a few words; as the official website puts it, "It comes when called, used and gone, creating your personal efficiency assistant." Pressing Alt+Tab will welcome you to a world of infinite potential. Install the plugins you want, wake them up with Alt+Tab, type in keywords and hit enter to open applications, everything falls into place, it's simply wonderful.
2. Snipaste#
Official website: https://zh.snipaste.com
Snipaste is a simple yet powerful screenshot tool that supports automatic detection of interface element areas, allows editing and annotating screenshots, and can paste screenshots onto the screen. I think the only downside is that it doesn't support OCR and long screenshots, but the author has been working on these two requests for a while, looking forward to Snipaste3.
3. Bandicam#
Official website: https://www.bandicam.com
A well-known screen recording software that has everything you need, easier to operate than OBS, and you can start recording anytime.
4. ContextMenuManager#
Official website: https://bluepointlilac.github.io/ContextMenuManager
This tool seems to be quite niche; it is a third-party Windows right-click menu management program. Are you tired of those useless software cluttering your right-click menu, making it chaotic every time you right-click? No worries, ContextMenuManager will step in; you just need a simple switch to turn it off, and it supports creating and modifying menus yourself.
Document and File Tools#
1. PDFGear#
Official website: https://www.pdfgear.com/zh
An impressive PDF tool that supports reading, editing, converting, merging, and cross-device signing, with AI tools to assist in office work, and most importantly, it is completely free.
2. Typora#
Official website: https://typoraio.cn
Mysterious version: Click to jump
There's not much to say about this; it's just a Markdown editor and reader, but it's very comfortable to use.
3. File Converter#
Official website: https://file-converter.io
A true godsend, still using Format Factory? (Okay, I am still using it too) Just right-click on a file to quickly convert images/videos/audio/documents.
4. Bandizip#
Official website: https://www.bandisoft.com/bandizip
Mysterious version: Click to jump
Bandizip is a powerful multifunctional compression file management tool that offers fast decompression speeds and various practical features. Some say 7zip is also great, but its UI is not commendable; however, Bandizip is quite good if you buy the professional version.
Media Tools#
1. BandiView#
Official website: https://www.bandisoft.com/bandiview
Mysterious version: Click to jump
From the same company as Bandisoft, a nice image viewer that I found to load faster than the built-in Windows viewer during my daily use.
2. VLC media player#
Official website: https://www.videolan.org
An amazing media player that can play most multimedia files, as well as DVDs, audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.
3. SPlayer#
Official website: https://github.com/imsyy/SPlayer
A NetEase Cloud Music player (the developer said they are transitioning to a local player), with an incredibly beautiful UI and very useful features, it can completely replace the official client.
Network Tools#
1. LocalSend#
Official website: http://localsend.org/zh-CN
A local area network transfer tool that is free, open-source, and cross-platform. Just note that sometimes searching for devices isn't particularly smooth, so it's recommended to bookmark devices for direct use next time.
2. NetEase UU Remote#
Official website: https://uuyc.163.com
It seems like a game streaming remote software, but it is actually a completely free all-in-one remote software, with no paid features released as of the date of publication. The software supports up to 144Hz original resolution and can set a privacy mode, allowing the controlled end to run silently, making it a great tool for playing galgames on mobile.
3. Clash Verge Rev#
Official website: Click to jump
I've been craving purple eggs lately, so I recommend this. This is a maintained Clash client with a beautiful UI and powerful features. Although I am still using Clash For Windows, it is actually very dangerous now due to no longer being maintained, which may lead to unpredictable vulnerabilities that could compromise devices; I mainly stayed with this client out of habit with the interface, otherwise, I wouldn't recommend staying.
Conclusion#
Thus, I have shared all my hidden treasures. If you find it helpful, feel free to leave a comment below and share it with your friends; having someone read it is the greatest motivation for us bloggers who are still writing on personal blogs. If you have any questions, you can also raise them in the comments, and I will do my best to answer them.
Original article: Essential Software for Computer Setup! These Practical Tools Make You More Efficient | Rong6's Blog
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