Custom Window - Preparing To Skin

What you will need to edit a Custom Window skin:

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A text editor. Windows Notepad will do, however there are numerous free editors out there that make your life easier. To make working with this tutorial easier, looks for an editor that displays line numbers. I like to use Crimson Editor http://www.crimsoneditor.com.
A graphics editor. If you're going to make your own skin, you will need some kind of graphics editor or paint program. Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro are good examples.
Patience! Some things take a while to sink in, so be patient and take your time!

To complete the projects outlined in this tutorial, you will also need a copy of the Custom Base custom window skin. You can download it here.