Windows system sounds.


  1. Syncopator
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    Windows system sounds.


    Where are these files stored? I am particularly interested in the Windows Startup sound, which I would like to replace with something a little more strident.
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Syncopator, :)

    The tutorial below can help show you how to change the startup sound.

    Change Windows Startup Sound in Windows 10 Customization Tutorials

    The tutorial below can help show you how to change the other usual event sounds in Windows.

    Change Event Sounds in Windows 10 Customization Tutorials
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  4. Syncopator
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    Thank you Brink, they're very useful links.
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  6. Brink
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    You're most welcome. :)
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