A new version of the Cairo Desktop Environment for Windows has been released.

Transform your Windows desktop with Cairo

A customizable, intuitive desktop environment for Windows.

Cairo is a desktop environment for Windows. Our goal is to develop a desktop experience that increases productivity and advances current technology standards. With a focus on stability, performance, and productivity, Cairo aims to deliver an interface that exceeds expectations and delivers superior ease of use.

Taskbar

The Cairo taskbar preserves desktop area for your wallpaper and applications. In addition, windows are organized the same way you choose to organize your programs list, making it easy to switch between tasks. The list button shows your open windows in an organized, easy to understand layout.

Programs Menu

Never again waste time hunting for applications in poorly organized menus. Cairo lets you organize your apps into categories that make sense to you, using an easy drag-and-drop interface.

Dynamic Desktop

With Cairo, your desktop is browse-able, meaning that you never need to open a file explorer to find your things. The handy pop-up navigation makes it easy to move forward or backward and completely transforms your desktop into a more friendly, convenient space.

Folder Stacks

Tired of hunting for the same files over and over again, interrupting your work? With Cairo’s menu bar folder stacks, you can create instant access to frequently used folders. Simply drag them onto the menu bar to create easy access.

Cairo requires Windows 7 or later, including Windows 10, and .NET 4.7.1 or later (already included with Windows 10 1709 and newer)

Click "Assets" below to find the installer download. After downloading, Windows Defender will likely require you to choose "more info," then "run anyway."

Changes since 0.4.174

• Added support for notification area balloon notifications ( #620)
  • Notifications appear in-line in the menu bar
  • Hovering a notification expands to show the entire contents
  • If a collapsed icon has a notification, it is temporarily shown
• Added Hungarian translation ( #653, thanks @cinadr!)
• Enabled using environment variables in the 'go to folder' window ( #652)
• Improved reliability of the installer ( #656, thanks @sredna!)
• Improved reliability of adjusting pinned notification area icons ( #670)
• Improved reliability of system work area adjustments
• Improved taskbar animation curve
• Updated Russian localization ( #672, thanks @curoviyxru!)
• Fixed crash after disabling notification area ( #658)
• Fixed errors during taskbar flash animation and the Flat theme ( #655)
• Fixed Explorer desktop icons occasionally remaining hidden after closing Cairo ( #665)
• Fixed quick launch and taskbar icons becoming pixelated when changing their size ( #666)
• Fixed the taskbar not properly resizing when the quick launch icons change

Download Cairo Desktop 0.4.198