Countdown Screensaver and Desktop Countdown (formerly Desktop Countdown)

Countdown Screensaver and Desktop Countdown is a small software application designed specifically for helping you work with a countdown timer and make use of a countdown screensaver. It can be deployed on all Windows versions out there.

Unobtrusive running mode

You can find the utility sitting quietly in the system tray without disturbing your activity. The configuration panel can be brought to your view from the system tray.
The configuration window does not look highly intuitive and clean. It is a bit crowded so you may need to invest extra time in the setup process. You may also appeal to the built-in help manual in case you have any questions regarding the program’s functions.

Text and date configuration settings

Countdown Screensaver and Desktop Countdown gives you the possibility to show a custom text message on your desktop, and also the time until the current event. In addition, you may drag and drop it to the desired desktop position.
You are allowed to specify the event and target text content, enter the text data that is shown when the event has passed, as well as set up the date with the aid of the integrated calendar. Target text is replaced by the event one when the target date is reached. You may also synchronize the aforementioned configuration settings with the countdown screensaver.
When it comes to general options, you can run the tool at Windows startup and keep the main window on top of other panels.

Matters of style and appearance

Countdown Screensaver and Desktop Countdown helps you use a transparent background or set the preferred background color, show one or two lines of text, as well as tweak the text in terms of font, font style, size, and color.
What’s more, you can make the text and date data automatically move on the screen. You may adjust the speed of the movement and set the delay interval. You can place the app in a horizontal or vertical position, or at the top, bottom, or center of the screen.

Conclusion

All in all, Countdown Screensaver and Desktop Countdown comes packed with several handy features for helping you count down the number of days until a certain event, such as wedding, anniversary, holiday, or retirement.