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Bruno Verschraegen Hello, is this / will this be compatible with Windows 8 (note: I'd prefer to stay with Windows 7 which is very productive, but over time - i.e. when changing computer - changing to Windows 8 will become inevitable).

Jul 11 2012 at 2:11am Copy Link

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LU Download link is not working

Jul 11 2012 at 8:26am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Bruno~ I personally haven't tried installing it on Windows 8 (I haven't downloaded the preview yet) but I've received comments from two users that installed it and ran it without issues :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 11 2012 at 8:31am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Lifetime~ (Good nickname!) There where some problems with the mirror... then the main site... but now its ok. It seems that some cow chewed a fiber somewhere outside the data center :P

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 11 2012 at 8:40am Copy Link

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Brenda Adams I downloaded Full download and when I began to install, got Norton Antivirus warning and removal.
It says you should submit your files to Norton for inspection.
It looks like you have a fun program and I want to try it out, but first, I think this matter will need to be fixed in order to reassure folks.

Jul 11 2012 at 10:18am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero We've got the same issue with Avast, mainly because icomancer is not a popular program and it isn't signed with a certificate purchased from some major provider. Now antiviruses measure an app's danger based on application's popularity/certification. But icomancer doesn't contain any virus, malware or anything like that. It is just that it isn't certified and it doesn't have millions of downloads.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 11 2012 at 10:51am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Brenda~ Could you please tell me which version of Norton are you using and what's the problem you got? it could help me a lot for notifying Norton... it's not nice to have your app as a false-positive!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 11 2012 at 10:58am Copy Link

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Brenda Adams Alejandro: Thank you. (Yes, I saw your correspondence with Norton and how nice, they are REMOVING that false positive and have issued an update!) I have downloaded the trial and am excited to play with this. :)

Jul 12 2012 at 5:11am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Brenda~ Good (^_^) Please let me know if you have any problem with the app. And take a look at the sneak peek of the premium content from the Online Collections Browser... new packages are going to be released between today and tomorrow! After loosing yesterday in its entirety by struggling with Mcafee and Norton, I went back to help the Design team on finishing the new deliveries for VIPs :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 12 2012 at 1:15pm Copy Link

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Tazzie This seems like a great program and it's great to see the vendor actively responding to questions. I would appreciate some clarification on the policy.

The policy states that "You must instal/register the software while the promotion is active, and cannot do so afterwards." It also states that the program can be installed on up to 10 computers. I wanted to clarify this .... does this mean that I cannot install/register the program at all after the promotion? What about system reinstalls? New computers? I have one computer in the shop and currently shopping for a new laptop ... with a handful of computers ranging from desktops to netbooks in one household, the status quo will rarely remain static as far as computers and users go.

This looks like a great program that would be useful and enjoyable to use, and I hope that its use is not as limited as the policy makes it seems.

Jul 12 2012 at 4:33pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Tazzie~ Thanks for your input. We're working very hard to make icomancer a must-have, and we're having a lot of fun with it :)

Yeah, the licensing seems a bit confusing, but I'll try to make it a bit clearer:

In order to get the discount, you must purchase it the same saturday. You'll not get the discount after that day. Then you'll have to pay the full incredibly high retail price.

But, no matter if you purchase the license with or without the discount, you can install, uninstall or reinstall icomancer as you need on up to ten computers, no matter if they're at home or at your office or at your parents' house.

The license is tied to your account on icomancer's server, so, for example, you can install icomancer on 20 computers, but you'll only be able to use your account with half of them... the other 10 will not be able to get the premium content packs, for they will be only available to run with a free account.

Now, let's say you want to move your account from one computer to another... well, is as simple as removing the source computer from your profile on our server (logging into your account on the website and editing your profile) and connecting it in the target computer (by logging into your account from icomancer).

As you can see, the license is tied to an account (username, password, email OR facebook account), at that account belongs to a single person or a company representative. And it can be used with your relatives or friends -that's not a limitation-, but then you'll risk to two things:

a) when the profile syncing comes live, you and your relatives will be sharing the same stuff they publish and/or download.

b) being punished by our licensing system if someone spreads your access to others and they try to connect your account with more than ten computers.

But don't worry too much about the second... for we're very flexible guys ;)

I hope this clears your doubts. I'm around for anything else you may want to ask.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 12 2012 at 5:49pm Copy Link

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Brenda Adams You might want to extend your offer... I think there is a slight mishap.

The email that Bits du Jour sends out to folks who have signed up to receive the offers... has your offer listed, right now...Saturday 7/14 1:37am...listed as "COMING SOON." However, once the link is pressed to see it online, it says "TODAY ONLY 22.xx hrs left." (I paraphrase.)

I've peeked at one other offer next to yours on the list, it does say Coming Soon and it means that (seen once I clicked on the link).
I hope I'm being clear. I almost didn't come look because I thought yours was NOT going to be today. (Only reason I did, I remember you writing something about the offer being Saturday only.)
Just letting you know.

Jul 14 2012 at 2:11am Copy Link

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Brenda Adams Pls IGNORE my last post. I was, doh, looking at Friday's email from BJD. (Yesterday's.) Sorry for false alarm.

Jul 14 2012 at 2:11am Copy Link

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Yves Ros Hello,

I orderd and downloaded iconmancer. But Kaspersky Internet Security deletes both the downloaded program and the installed files on my computer.

Any workaround regarding this issue?

Jul 14 2012 at 3:08am Copy Link

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Yves Ros More information:

I miktakenly wrote that the installes files were deleted: they are not. The setup program only is automatically deleted.

Yet, the it is impossible to launch icomancer even using Adminitrator mode.

I found a workaround to prevent the deletion of the installation program by adding it to the Kaspersky Internet Security trusted application list.

I did the same thing for "icomancer.exe", but to no avail. The program is stopped as soon as it starts lauching avan using administrator mode.

If no solution would be found today for this problem, would I loose the benefis of the license which I just purchase from Bits du jour?

Thanks in advance for your kind assistance.

Jul 14 2012 at 3:43am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Yves~ It happened with you just like with Brenda... the setup files aren't popular -they don't have millions of downloads-... We've dealt with Mcafee and Norton, and since it doesn't seems to be having more problems with Norton, Mcafee still says icomancer's setup packages are "potentially dangerous"... so at the moment of installing they must be selected as trusted.

I've never used Kaspersky, but it's for sure that somewhere in the dialogs it shows, yuo can say that icomancer is trusted to be installed...

I'll get back at you if I find some friend also using Kaspersky willing to help me out on clearing this issue.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 4:04am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Yves~ Oh, Don't worry, you wont lose any benefit at all.

I'm not sure if Kaspersky has a "Sandbox" mode, like Avast... if so, maybe some of the files are either malformed or incomplete. Let me hunt your account on my system and I'll continue supporting you over email until this is fixed, ok?

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 4:25am Copy Link

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Yves Ros Hello Alejandro Caballero,

Many thanks for your email regarding the creation of my account and for quick reply on Bits du jour.

Here are my computers data:

Dell Workstation Precision T5500

OS: Windows 7 Ultimate + SP1
net.framework 4 installed
Kaspersky Internat Security Version 2012 (12.0.0.374)

I will try to launch iconmancer using my installed Sanboxie Software and let you know about the result

Jul 14 2012 at 4:36am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero You're Welcome, Yves. Let's hope I can get you all fixed up :)

That machine of yours is neat! I'm sure icomancer's composer will fly with that 4x Xeon!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 5:05am Copy Link

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Amit Purchased, but have 2 doubts -

1) Regarding the notice on my account profile -
"Your Licensed computers
No computers found!

You should install icomancer at least in one computer or your account will be deleted."

Do i have to install the icomancer software today only, to not get my account deleted, or i can install later, ie. after 14 july 2012 too ?

2) I am a bit concerned after seeing the virus threat detected by Kaspersky, as told by Yves Ros
Wud like that cleared up, before i install it. So do i really need to install on 14 july only ?

Jul 14 2012 at 5:53am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Amit~ Nope, don't worry. I'm not going to delete any account that has purchased a license.

About Kaspersky: I'm going to have to deal with them as I'm doing with Mcafee and Symantec, but I'm not sure if they're going to respond quickly to my "false positive" dispute.

And as I said before: icomancer is virus free. It has been tested by Softpedia, c|net, Softonic and even whitelisted by Symantec. You can check my communication with them here: http://www.lavasoftworks.....php?id=17

The problem with icomancer is that it is NOT a popular program, it isn't made by a website that receives millions or hits and it isn't downloaded by millions of users.

The other problem is that icomancer is not signed with an authenticode certificate. Both things make picky antivirus systems reject it, thinking it is a threat. And that's what I'm struggling against.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 6:17am Copy Link

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Anand Tulpule Alejandro Caballero - I am not comfrtable to do transaction through Paypal or its gateway. Can you send me a link where I can purchase directly through my credit card. Paypal is a nogo for me personally.
Thanks and Regards,

Jul 14 2012 at 7:19am Copy Link

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Mitchell Kastner I don't know why you gave me a license code.
I don't know where I am supposed to input the license code
I don't know whether I have a free or standard version.
I don't know how to upgrade and into what I would be upgrading since the button does not work
I don't know how to get help
I don't don't know how to apply art or colors to folders
I don't know if in Windows explorer I can select a folder and apply pictures or colors to it there.
I created my account using facebook beut I cannot get onto my account with you.

I purchased the license because it was inexpensive and because I desparately need to distinguish how my files look

Why did the program repair my installation of microsoft net; it was not broken

Jul 14 2012 at 7:20am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Mitchell~ Here I go:

You've received your account upgrade because someone used your paypal account to upgrade its account. I'll send you the details to that email after posting this message here.

Now... Icomancer's website has all the answers to your questions. There's an online manual, a help & support forum and even a direct contact form. Also you'll find there other documents explaining the features, and at any time you can download and install icomancer with a free account.

Actually, the page you get when hitting the "Buy now" button here on BDJ, tells you that you're going to upgrade a free account to standard or corporate. Then, you have to select the license type. After that, there are two options: specifying your pre-created free account id (that's when you install icomancer) or specifying a user name that, then, it is used to create your account.

And about .net framework: you downloaded the full bundle... it wasn't neccesary... there is an "imagemagick bundle" that doesn't has .net framework, and all that info is given in the download page :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 7:54am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Mitchell~ Here I go:

You've received your account upgrade because someone used your paypal account to upgrade its account. I'll send you the details to that email after posting this message here.

Now... Icomancer's website has all the answers to your questions. There's an online manual, a help & support forum and even a direct contact form. Also you'll find there other documents explaining the features, and at any time you can download and install icomancer with a free account.

Actually, the page you get when hitting the Buy now button here on BDJ, tells you that you're going to upgrade a free account to standard or corporate. Then, you have to select the license type. After that, there are two options: specifying your pre-created free account id (that's when you install icomancer) or specifying a user name that, then, it is used to create your account.

And about .net framework: you downloaded the full bundle... it wasn't neccesary... there is an imagemagick bundle that doesn't have .net framework, and all that info is given in the download page :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 8:06am Copy Link

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DiggerP @ Alejandro Caballero,
First of all I have to say that your a great guy.Very responsive to customer's questions and with a good sense of humor.
My sympathy goes out to small developers like you who are penalized by on the whole non-caring security companies ,who will flag a program without any regard as to the damage they inflict.
Hundreds if not thousands of legitimate developers and websites
are being marked as dangerous for no good reason.

I'm glad you were lucky with Norton ,but overall these companies including website scanners like WOT,McAfee Site Advisor etc, are very slow to respond, sometimes causing the website or business to be closed for lack of traffic and customers.

BTW ,customers- or people in general ,also have a responsibility
to learn about the AV program they're using and find out how to place the new program in the trusted zone or exclude it from being scanned.

As for me , I'll just purchase the program to support you in your endeavors .

Jul 14 2012 at 9:29am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Peter~ Man, because of guys like you, guys like me do things like icomancer. Thank you very much for your support :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 10:10am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Anand~ Forgive me for taking too long to answer your question... and I'm deeply sorry, but we had nasty experiences with credit card conduits in the past... that's why we only use Paypal.

On the other hand... we're thinking on setting up a pay-by-mobile system with charge to your cell line, like sending an SMS message for placing your purchase... but that's gonna take some days. I hope you're still interested by then!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 10:15am Copy Link

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VLM Peter E. - Well said. For me, the solution has been to stop using all forms of security software that depend upon constant updates of a "threats" database. I now use a combination of WinPatrol, Sandboxie, and one or two other interesting bits ... and NO AV software and NO firewall whatsoever. Not a single security problem, none of these headaches with false positives. Life is SO much more fun this way!

That whole industry plays on fear, nothing more.

Alejandro - Suggest you look at Digital River (e.g., ShareIt) or at FastSpring, or most of all at one called PayNearMe.

Jul 14 2012 at 3:07pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Peter~ Right on! I was a Mcafee zealot for a long time until I switched to Avast... and I'm happier :) ...just basic, very basic security on my desktop, and no big deals.

I've been studying Digital River during the last days... I recall buying something from stores tied to their systems a couple of times... but I still need to dig on options. Don't know FastSpring, but I'll take a peak on it.

Thanks for the info!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 3:46pm Copy Link

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DiggerP Additional comment to "Anand Tupule" . and in general to anybody following this topic:
Don't stare yourself blind on the discount limited for today.
Please visit the website and find out that the program is FREE.
It's just the type of extra content you pay for.
So whether you get the discount today or not ,you can still enjoy
a good part of the program.
Even if you have to pay "...... "the full incredibly high retail price."
(quoting Alejandro :) ) you'll only be paying a few bucks more.
Don't think it will kill anybody's budget :)

I don't know if cash or a bank draft would be accepted, but that would have to be arranged privately.
Just my take on it.

Jul 14 2012 at 4:52pm Copy Link

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Ralph Bressler OK, I ordered and got me receipt but no e-mail with a password or key code. Asked on the website that the information be sent to my e-mail address TWICE. So far no information and I cannot use the program. It will not allow me to apply a simple pattern to a folder's icom.

Jul 14 2012 at 5:32pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ralph~ I've got the notification about five minutes ago... Maybe your mail host didn't let the automatic messages go through your inbox... I'll forward them to you right away.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 5:45pm Copy Link

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Glen Hilton Hello Alejandro, thanks for your excellent after sales support. It would have been nice to see an alternative to PayPal for those of us that prefer other transaction gateways. Always happy to support smaller developers..Also, just to let you know there were no issues here with Vipre or other security apps downloading or installing icomancer. Thanks Alejandro.

Jul 14 2012 at 5:59pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Peter~ You've just explained in few lines the whole thing (^_^) ...yes, indeed, icomancer is a FREE app, and the free users get just a bit of the whole package, but no restrictions in icomancer's functionality. And i'll quote my wife on this: "before thinking on making money, think on how your application is going to help people". That's the philosophy behind icomancer.

Yes, free users get the whole functionality but not the premium items... And also yes, there are content types that can't run without a premium account... And those premium packages expand the application's functionality size a lot more than the double... that's why icomancer has such unobtainable high prize ;)

I haven't received any input from the premium users -not yet-, but they seem to be enjoying as-of-now released premium packages (lots of downloads). And the guys behind the design team -the behemotesque team of two people- are going to release some packages with features never seen in any icon creating gizmo ever created.

And the free users are collaborating A LOT... the online images and icons are growing pretty fast, and the assortment of things is getting a very nice level of balance.

I may be saying too much about my own app... but... well, I'm proud of it, the people who is helping me with it share the same feeling, and we're really glad of seeing that it's being enjoyed by a lot of people.

Thanks for your words :) you've seen the big picture without effort. You sure have a big eye, and you saw everything from the top of the tower.

Now I'm scared. Aren't you Sauron?

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 6:16pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Glen~ I'm glad you've got it running without problems :D

Your input is deeply appreciated. I'm sad to say right now Paypal is the only method I can use... but I'm starting to look for other alternatives, so I hope to have additional payment methods by the end of the month.

Be ready for the next content deliveries... I think icomancer will break apart the standard way of seeing folder icons that day!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 6:26pm Copy Link

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Aaron H. Your download page says the following:

"...does not contain adware, malware, trojans or malicius programs attached."

You misspelled malicious. :)

Jul 14 2012 at 9:36pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Aaron~ Thanks for that!!! sometimes my fingers play with me :S

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 14 2012 at 10:36pm Copy Link

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Bob Yost I ordered and paid by paypal 8 hrs ago, but have not received any confirming email or key.

Jul 15 2012 at 1:22am Copy Link

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Ali Keen i installed icomancer on my computer last night and used it all ok. Then today after having it up several times all ok. Now it brings up the loading image and drops to the task bar. It will not load up the program. I have reinstalled the program to no avail. Anyone else have this problem? Any help would be appreciated.

Jul 15 2012 at 1:23am Copy Link

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DiggerP @ Alejandro Caballero,
Please do not switch to Digital River / ShareIt .
We've had enough trouble on BDJ with vendors using it.
They don't accept orders if you use a Gmail address or other free email service.
They claim it can't be verified ,so you can only use a paid email service. I've written them to no avail and for myself planned to boycott them. They're extremely inflexible and totally unreasonable.
I have a copy of their email to me regarding this.
Most people use a free email service and to demand that you use a paid one is outrageous to say the least.

I'm sorry this is somewhat off-topic ,but since you mentioned it,
I thought you should know.

Jul 15 2012 at 1:24am Copy Link

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Anand Tulpule Alejandro Caballero and Peter E.
Thank you.

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Ed King I've not gotten my email either. My PayPal is by automatic debit from my checking account.... :Looking forward to using this! Thanks for the offer.

Jul 15 2012 at 1:25am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Bob~ I've been personally taking care of all isues, and I've sent emails with confirmation messages, but at a late time I've discovered that some email hosts started considering my server as a spam source... Give me a couple of mins and I'll track your info now.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:01am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ali~ Are you using some virtual desktop thing? it seems the window location settings are broken. I'll send instructions to you by email in a couple of mins.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:02am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ed~ I'll get back at you too :) just let me re-wrap myself!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:03am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ed~ I've sent you an email from my Gmail account... earthlink, aol and comcast where blocking the emails from my server :(

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:13am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Bob~ I've sent an email to you too... from Gmail. AT&T also thought my server was an ugly troll :S

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:20am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ali~ I've sent you an email. I'll be waiting for your reply :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:37am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Peter~ Thanks for the advice :)
Because of those things I prefer PayPal!

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 2:38am Copy Link

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Ali Keen Have replied to email Alejandro...hope you recieved it.

Jul 15 2012 at 3:49am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ali~ Indeed :) I've already answered.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 15 2012 at 4:05am Copy Link

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Retired Engineer I have viewed your screenshots, and they all appear to be W7 Medium icons or larger. Will the icon customizations scale to the smaller ones used in List view and Details view?

Dec 11 2012 at 8:56am Copy Link

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John H Do the changes stay with the folder if it is moved to an external hard drive or a different computer?

Just exactly when does this program "phone home"? I back up my own system and don't want anything on someones server or cloud.

Thanks.

Dec 11 2012 at 11:35am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero My apologies for taking long to answer, I needed to water my horse, feed the pigs and milk the cow ;)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 11 2012 at 3:22pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Retired Engineer ~ Icomancer builds icons in 256, 128, 96, 48, 32 and 16px and packs them in a single .ico file. The smaller ones receive different treatment in order to loose less detail. So, in short, you can change to any view and still keep some of the detail :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 11 2012 at 3:24pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero John H ~ The icons are set as portable, so if you move the folder to another NTFS/FAT drive, they remain. They persist even over windows shares :)
Regarding the privacy thing: when you craft an icon you have the chance to disable uploading/sharing before saving it, so if you make a personal icon you can keep it locally, or you can upload it and keep it private... it's up to you.
Now.. icomancer is built as a "social app" and there's a community behind it. I beg you to publish things that you consider good enough to be shared with the rest of the users.

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 11 2012 at 3:24pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero By the way: I'm going to release a big update tonight or tomorrow, so, if anyone decides to download and install icomancer, please check for updates before next friday!

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 11 2012 at 3:24pm Copy Link

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Amit Very good software - although the last time i had downloaded it - it asked to install dot net 4.0 - which takes mammoth size for installation - (anywhere from 1.5gb+ approx) - on a 64-bit windows 7.

If icomancer can be used without net 4.0 - would be really a big thing.

Dec 11 2012 at 10:54pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Amit ~ Thanks for the comments! I've been debugging and improving icomancer since its first release, and it is growing pretty nicely :)
Regarding .net: well, the app is built on it, and well, I would need to fully rewrite icomancer in another software platform in order to get rid of .net, so... sorry! I'll leave icomancer attached to that framework for the time being ;(
Now... 1.5gb??? no way!!! the download is no more than 40mb and when installed, it takes about 200mb! Believe me, I run tests on very limited virtual machines. For that reason, I'm fully aware of .net RAM and Disk usage (~_~)
Besides... Windows 8 comes with .net 4.5 preinstalled, so, it wont be a pain in the future. Sooooo... shake off your fear and get it!

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 11 2012 at 11:55pm Copy Link

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John H I don't want to share my hard earned work. I hope the sharing feature is disabled by default.

I also keep the doors to my house locked because I don't want to share all my hard earned possessions. ..

Dec 12 2012 at 8:26am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero John H ~ Well, it is not set by default, but when you craft your first icon, just uncheck the "upload" option and check the "Set as skeleton" one, and that's all! no bit will fly away thru the wire (^_^)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 12 2012 at 10:42am Copy Link

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VLM From the Policy tab: "You must install/register the software while the promotion is active, and cannot do so afterwards."

Is this really true?

Dec 13 2012 at 1:33pm Copy Link

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Retired Engineer I noticed v1.2 is released. Where can I find the download button for it?

Dec 13 2012 at 1:43pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ Er... no, that's my mistake and I haven't fixed it since last promotion... See: when you get the promo, you need to create an account on icomancer's server, and then use that account when you install icomancer, no matter when :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 13 2012 at 3:11pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Retired Engineer ~ Hit the "Download Trial" link and you'llget the latest version. Once you get it, register your account and then, when you get the deal, use that account for the upgrade and you'll be done. And once I release the next update by the next week, the app will tell you about it :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 13 2012 at 3:14pm Copy Link

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VLM Great! And just to be clear ... one can use this software to create icons from scratch, from other artwork, from any workable source graphic, correct?

Dec 13 2012 at 4:53pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ That's correct. Just take in consideration the source image you're going to use, for some online resources have usage limitations. If you plan to create commercial icon packages forged with icomancer, just be sure that you'll have no issues with the sources you use.

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 13 2012 at 6:04pm Copy Link

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Amit I will be purchasing this surely.

One feature I would I would really like to request for, if its not there - Saving of ALL CURRENT ICONS SET of system (modified by icomancer or not) - as a package for guys who reinstall their windows frequently.

Means like - we open icomancer - and there's an option to apply AND SAVE TOO, iconthemes (just like iconpackager has this feature).

Thanks.

Dec 13 2012 at 7:00pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Amit ~ I have that -among other very nice features- planned for a "Pro" version. I can't implement it on this branch because an unsigned app messing with system settings is a no-no... and to get it signed I need to purchase two things: the Visual Studio Pro license and an authenticode certificate... And that's 1000+ dollars!

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 13 2012 at 7:23pm Copy Link

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VLM Well, yes. :):) Thanks.

Can icomancer make unusually shaped icons, such as an oval?

Don't worry, I'm signing up, just curious. :)

Dec 13 2012 at 8:31pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ Not righ now... I have some extra templates to make, and they will take some time because they'll have advanced features, like chromatic adjustments, shape perspective and warping... so if you want to create a sphere using a picture as "texture map" and embed it in a folder, I'm sorry to say that you'll have to wait :-P

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 13 2012 at 9:36pm Copy Link

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VLM Thank you! Perhaps it would be advantageous to get something simple working, then follow up with more advanced features later on. That way you would gain the benefit of user input and experience along the way, And of course, you would have something rather than nothing WRT this feature area.

Dec 13 2012 at 9:52pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ Oh, believe me: I've implemented some things that came up thanks to some users... I _always_ listen to what they say, and thanks to them I've fixed several bugs.
Those advanced features aren't hard to implement once the seeds are well placed... just like the advanced color packs I've released months ago: once the internals where in place, more complex things came along (~_~)
If you get nice ideas and if they aren't too difficult to implement, you can be sure I'll work over them immediately.

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VLM :) Thanks again Alejandro!

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Brian H Hi Alejandro. This program loos very good! :-) Question- under the "Policies" tab, there seems to be 2 statements that contradict. First is "Each license allows installation on 10 computers, and icomancer may be used at exactly the same time on each of them." Bu then later it also says "Online license activation is required with a hardware footprint, and 1 installation per footprint". Would you please clarify- it is 10 allowable installations (and thus hardware footprints) or only 1 installation and 1 hardware footprint? Thanks. :-) -Brian

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ouialaraison Hi,
Do we have to apply changes to one folder at a time (let it be a color, a texture or an “imbued” icon) or does icomancer work in batch processing mode (i.e. multiple selected folders can be modified in one click) or recursive mode (i.e. a folder and its subfolders can be modified in one click) ?

Dec 14 2012 at 5:04am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Brian ~ I'm also confused on that (T_T)
The thing is: you get your account, you can use icomancer on 10 computers with the same account, and icomancer's licencing system tracks the computers by generating a footprint per computer.
I hope it is clearer now!

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 14 2012 at 7:08am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero ouialaraison ~ When you craft an icon, that can be assigned to a single dir at that time, but once you've crafted it, you can open the imbuer and set it to several folders at once, either by picking them up one by one or dragging them from the windows explorer and dropping them over the "drop folders here" area :)
There is no recursive mode right now... I was planning to put it there but when I imagined a user imbuing some icon to the C:\Windows folder and activating the "recursive" flag without knowing what was for, I decided not to include it. That left my soul at peace :P

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 14 2012 at 7:13am Copy Link

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Kelly Major Sorry! - Posted in wrong "deal".

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ouialaraison Thank you for your answer, Alejandro!

I had spotted on your site the screenshot of the window with the “Drop folders here” area but I wanted to make sure, as some of your competitors only process folders one by one, and it drastically limits the usability.

The recursive mode is not so important if it is possible to apply changes to multiple folders, but maybe, to avoid the situation you mentioned (how many folders can there be in an average Windows???!!), you could set a maximum number of subfolders to be affected (no idea whether it is doable though…)

Anyhow, I’m about to uninstall another program I have as a giveaway and invest part of my fortune in yours, with premium content.

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Alejandro Caballero ouialaraison ~ Oh my, I'm very glad you've decided to support icomancer :) ...it needs more time and features, and comments like yours feed my need to continue improving it!!!

There's more premium content to be done, but I need time to finish pending functions in the app in order to turn back to content and release more stuff. You know... it's hard to be programmer, tester, debugger, Q&A zealot, designer, tech support monkey, marketing boss and post-sales slave at once!

Let me rethink the recursion thing with your comments and I'll see if I can include it with the next update (by the next week).

Thank you very much for putting your trust on this work :) ...I promise to do my best on keeping you happy :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 14 2012 at 9:52am Copy Link

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Retired Engineer Can't get BitsDuJour deal!

I do not have an icomancer account, therefore I entered only my UserName. However, when I go to PayPal, in "For new icomancer users", and click its icon, all I get is, "Please specify either an account Id or a User Name, not both."

Please specify the "Get Deal" procedure I should use.

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Alejandro Caballero Retired Engineer ~ Select the second option and specifiy some user name, it will then be created :) ...then you'll get the password by email and when the charge is applied to your account, the account status will be changed. You'll get email notices on ever step.

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 14 2012 at 10:15am Copy Link

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Tazzie Alejandro,

I appreciate your enthusiasm and dedication to your product! I am not able to fully try out your program right now, but on the basis of others' comments and your own, I am buying two licenses. I look forward to using it and enjoying it's current and future features.

Best Wishes!

Dec 14 2012 at 11:58am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Tazzie ~ Thank you very much! I deeply appreciate your offer, but you don't need to buy two licenses unless you need to use icomancer on more than 10 computers or you want to keep different collections attached to different accounts (^_^)
Once you get it installed, don't hesitate on asking any question or informing any nasty bug at icomancer's forum. I'd like to keep you as happy as you're right now :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 14 2012 at 12:10pm Copy Link

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John Taylor Check out this great program.

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Asonof Caithness Looking forward to trying this little prog out.

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Alejandro Caballero John ~ Thanks for the comments!

Asonof ~ Oh, you can try it out now and create your free account... then, tomorrow, upgrade your license to the full thing and get all the premium content packs :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 29 2013 at 3:30pm Copy Link

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Stephen Brown Okay, got the registration code and downloaded the program. I've created an account and installed the software, but I can't find out how to register the program? Please help.

Mar 30 2013 at 1:45am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero For those users that missed reading the checkout page after hitting the likes: you're going to receive a coupon code by email. The instructions to claim that coupon code are here: http://www.lavasoftworks.....php?id=71

Please note that the coupon claiming feature was added to icomancer a few days ago, so please update it or you'll not be able to claim the coupon!

And don't hesitate to post a support request if you have any problem over icomancer's forum, here or by replying any email you get from icomancer's server.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 1:49am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Stephen ~ I've already replied to your comment by email. Please update icomancer and get the instructions from http://www.lavasoftworks.....php?id=71 to upgrade your account :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 1:53am Copy Link

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Stephen Brown Ignore my first comment, I was confused by the wording for upgrading. The registration code I received via email was in fact a coupon code. I clicked on upgrade copied the emailed registration code into the coupon code field filled in where I found out about this program (i.e. BDJ). now it's registered. Thank you to the developer. looking forwards to trying this out.

One suggestion. I'd remove the nude image from the as it may offend some users. (It can be found via the Imbue section - just click on the online icons browser tab and you'll see it. It's really not bad, but my wife wouldn't like me using, lol and if you are using a family computer it's not really appropriate if children use the computer.)

Mar 30 2013 at 1:54am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Stephen ~ heehee I've already replied (again). I'll take care of that pic right now, because my moderator is sleeping (Its 3am down here).

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 2:01am Copy Link

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ouialaraison Hi Alejandro and all,

I bought icomancer with premium content last time it was offered here and I quite like it. It is at the same time practical (if you only use the patterns included in the program) and will save you a lot of time, and fun (if you enjoy crafting your own folders) and will COST you a lot of time.

One little regret though: I wouldn’t mind making some of my “creations” public, but, unless you decide beforehand that what you are designing will be uploaded to the site as well as saved locally, there seems to be no way to do it afterwards. Or am I missing something?

Mar 30 2013 at 5:03am Copy Link

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VLM Can this be used without the cloud connection, just locally? If "yes", can one download additional icons as a simple download, still avoiding any cloudlike connection?

Mar 30 2013 at 5:04am Copy Link

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Bob Clark Message on install - service pack 3 or later only. Install failed. Looks nice but can't be bothered to update computer.

Mar 30 2013 at 6:02am Copy Link

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Stephen Brown Thanks Alejandero. :)

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Val Pope Thank you for this giveaway, but it is such an arduous way just to register an app to change some folders on your computer, since are many other alternatives out there and many are free and free open source. Personally, I do not like to have to make accounts on every app website I am using ... thank God I do not have to.

Thank you again for this giveaway.

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Cooler Downloaded the app and was about to install.

Erm... "make an account..."? Thanks, but no thanks. I already have way too many accounts around and I'm in no hurry to make new ones this easily.

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Mar 30 2013 at 1:22pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero ouialaraison ~ Yes! I remember you from the last discount promotion :)

Now, you see, the only way to share your creations is by uploading them when you save them. So, if you uncheck the "Upload" option in the Crafter, your icons and images will be kept locally. That's explained in the manual :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 1:27pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ icomancer is a social app. It was designed like that. It has net connections and checks in the core.

Now, as I said to ouialaraison, you have the option to not download the icons and images you create, but that doesn't mean you can't download creatoins by other users :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 1:32pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Cooler ~ You can either run icomancer with no need to create an account :) you just wont be able to download stuff, and that's why this giveaway is important for so many people.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 1:34pm Copy Link

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Thurman D Looks interesting

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Alejandro Caballero Thurman ~ My butt is going to be kicked for what I'm going to say, but... it is a great app! And there's no other like it (~_~)

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 30 2013 at 3:34pm Copy Link

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Miguel Gomez ICOMANCER is announced as a 100% OFF from $11.95 to $0.00 on Sunday, March 31, 2013 and when I went to download it, it is at 25% of $8.95 instead.

This is CLEARLLY FALSE ADVERTISING from BITSDUJOUR or ICOMANCER itself.

WHAT A SHAME!!!

Mar 31 2013 at 7:54pm Copy Link

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Roger Thomasson @ Miguel Gomez

The 100% icomancer promotion was scheduled for the 30th, not the 31st.

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Alejandro Caballero Miguel: I invite you to visit facebook.com/icomancer ...there you'll see the notifications about the promo being yesterday (30th) and not today (31st).

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 31 2013 at 8:18pm Copy Link

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Miguel Gomez My apology to BitsDuJour and Icomancer for the comment I sent yesterday regarding FALSE ADVERSING.

After I sent the comment, I realized that I was a day late when trying to get Icomancer.

Sincerely, I am sorry.

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Alejandro Caballero Don't worry. By the way: did you get the coupon code I've sent to your email?

LAVA SoftWorks - Apr 1 2013 at 9:12am Copy Link

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Miguel Gomez Thank you Alejandro Caballero.

I received the coupon code from you.

Thanks again.

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joan collins With worms? (Kapersky)

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Alejandro Caballero That's a new one!!! but no. It's a false positive. icomancer is malware/virus/whatever you call "threat" free. It's been like that for more than one year now.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 25 2013 at 8:47am Copy Link

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Peter Porrett According to their website it's free anyway (other than large commercial organizations)

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Alejandro Caballero Peter ~ Oh yes, the software is free, but the premium content is not. If you check the "features" page you'll take a glimpse of the full texture packs released only to "standard" users :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 25 2013 at 9:30am Copy Link

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VLM Works fine in Windows Explorer alternatives, such as DOpus, Commander, XYplorer, Joe's File Shoppe and Bar & Grille, etc?

Sep 25 2013 at 6:18pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ I can confirm that XYplorer -as of Version 12.50- shows icons sets to folders without issues. I don't know of the others because... well... I haven't tested them.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 25 2013 at 8:26pm Copy Link

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VLM Alejandro Caballero - Great, thanks. You might want to test a few of the more common ones, so that you can respond to such questions, and also because it might turn up some bug that would be useful to know about. Just an idea. :)

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Loco Driver Dang! I'm out of hte country - Mainland China - and neither the "Get it Free" or "Buy it Now" links work. (The Chinese internet police block some pretty silly things.) Guess I'll have to wait until I return to the States next week, then download a trial version if you have one, and if I like it, pay the $11.99

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joan collins Why don´t write in the descroption that it needs Framework 4? Many work for me for nothing. Big sh... - no thanks!

Sep 26 2013 at 9:38am Copy Link

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barbaros kaan Thanks For Great Giveaway...

Sep 26 2013 at 10:31am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Loco Driver ~ Don't worry :) ...post a funny pic on icomancer's Facebook site when you're back and I'll give you a compliment coupon code.

Joan Collins ~ Sorry for that.

Barbaros Kaan ~ Our pleasure! Enjoy it!

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 10:53am Copy Link

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Constantin Florea @joan collins - I am sorry about missing the .Net Framework 4 requirement. It is added now in the Platforms section.

BitsDuJour Admin - Sep 26 2013 at 10:56am Copy Link

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VLM Alejandro Caballero - The Fine Print says: "You must install/register the software within 1 month, and cannot do so afterwards." Is this really the case?

Sep 26 2013 at 11:55am Copy Link

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VLM Is one REQUIRED to set up an account in order to use this product, or only in order to download icons from other users, etc?

Sep 26 2013 at 11:55am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ This free coupon-based promotions have an expiration because the coupons have to expire. The ones created for this giveaway will expire by October 31. So yeah, you have one month to claim the coupon and get the whole thing for free. If not, you'll loose the chance and have to pay for the premium stuff -or wait for some other giveaway-.

On the other hand, and considering I'm in love with BitsDuJour's users, I often stretch times when required... so... in the end... nah, this isn't the case. Well, it is, but... it isn't...

You know what I mean, right?

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 12:05pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero VLM ~ Oh, regarding the account: you need it to upload/download things and to get the premium contents. If you don't want to get the extra colors and texture packs you don't even need to purchase a license or take this giveaway.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 12:41pm Copy Link

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Watcher1924 Hello to all! Hi, Alejandro! Nice to see you here again. Maybe in a while I will have the SP3 and be able to enjoy icomancer in my computer (maybe in a freshly reinstalled OS, too)!

Sep 26 2013 at 1:01pm Copy Link

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Stephen Selwyn There is no download button or coupon code after liking on Facebook. So where is the offer?

Sep 26 2013 at 1:52pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Watcher ~ Yeah! icomancer's still kicking :D ...I hope you can finally skip over to Windows 7 -please don't go to Windows 8 unless you want to have your computer full of hacks to make it work nice for you-. I'll be more than glad to read you've had a good experience with it sometime soon.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 1:52pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Stephen ~ Get over to this URL: https://www.facebook.com/...1140144301

When you like both pages (BDJ and icomancer) the assistant will tell you what to do. Don't miss the link for instructions on claiming your coupon after installing icomancer!

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 1:58pm Copy Link

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Lee Newsum Icomancer is not behaving...

It keeps telling me I "may have installed the standalone version but missed ImageMagick" - despite the fact that it installed 6.8.6-10-Q16 ITSELF!

I had an earlier version (given away either here or GOTD back in March, I think), but have used IObit Uninstaller to uninstall that, this version of Icomancer, and all the ImageMagick I can find.

Re-installing still gives me the same result - whether I try to run it before re-starting "to finish installation" or after doing so.

And even if I do go and download the latest ImageMagick (which seems to be a slightly later version than that above, by the way), it STILL gives EXACTLY the SAME MESSAGE...

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Alejandro Caballero Lee ~ Something is either not allowing icomancer to launch the ImageMagick's self-register DLL. Or preventing it to run or being invoked by icomancer. Neither is an authenticode-signed application, so, if you have strong security settings in your OS and using very paranoid anti-malware software, it is for sure that you will never be able to run icomancer straight out of the download queue. Please check icomancer's forum, for you'll find there other cases like yours. And if you don't, please post a topic there with screenshots of the messages you get and I'll gladly help.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 3:11pm Copy Link

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Gr3gw Just a thought. How can you like something when you haven't had a chance to check out the product? I wouldn't want my friends to see I like something (implied recommendation) when I don't know the product. I have a reputation to protect.

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Alejandro Caballero Gr3gw ~ It is simple: you can hit the "visit the website" link and there you'll find a lot of info about the promoted product and a download link. Ther you download, try and if you like it, just come back here and hit the "Get it for free" link.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 26 2013 at 5:30pm Copy Link

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Jackie Don't like this software. It keeps asking for ImageMagick. And I can't find that "other" software.

Sep 26 2013 at 11:52pm Copy Link

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VLM Alejandro Caballero - regarding the month, fair enough, thanks. :) Regarding the account, clear, thanks!

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ouialaraison Hi again, Alejandro!

Sorry to repeat my comment of one year ago – I still consider icomancer the richest of all folder customization softs I’ve tried, but I still regret that it is not possible to upload your designs at any time, but only when you first save them. This is too restrictive for me. I may be a perfectionist, but personally it takes me some time to decide that what I have done – a single folder or a series – is worth sharing. Presently, sharing some of my designs would mean redoing them – and I am just too lazy. Am I the only one who thinks this way? Do you consider changing that?

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Alejandro Caballero There's a content manager that allows you to sync up/down your creations! It was released months ago... Haven't you seen it?

LAVA SoftWorks - Apr 5 2014 at 11:06am Copy Link

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ouialaraison @ Alejandro,
Ooops! Actually I haven't, although I did update. I cover my head with ashes… To be forgiven, I just uploaded and made public a series of 38 icons. Thanks. This is a biiig improvement. :)

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Alejandro Caballero Don't worry :) It happens sometimes. Glad to have you covered!

LAVA SoftWorks - Apr 5 2014 at 2:00pm Copy Link

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Watcher1924 Hi, Alejandro. Thanks for the offer. I hope you are O.K..

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Alejandro Caballero You're most welcome, Watcher! I've been a lot busy but fine :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Apr 5 2014 at 5:18pm Copy Link

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Stephen Warkentien If it's a lifetime license then why the short installation window?

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Alejandro Caballero My apologies. That was for a giveaway previously set. I'll contact the BDJ guys and ask them to fix it.

LAVA SoftWorks - Apr 5 2014 at 7:24pm Copy Link

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_*_ Is this true for a $7.49 sale item?

"Upgrades to future versions of the software will be free for the lifetime of the product."

Users who purchase will never have to pay for a future upgrade, ever?

Also, since this is a Lifetime license, with a 10 computer install limit; does it really matter if I reinstall it as needed on the same computer; even past 10 installs? Not that I think I would need it, but if it is a Lifetime Upgrade license and you cannot go past 10 installs then it would seem less like a Lifetime License.

The Fine Print states:

"Online license activation is required with a hardware footprint, and 1 installation per footprint."

Thanks

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Alejandro Caballero icomancer has been here for about 3 years now, and I'm sticking to everything I say.
• Yes, lifetime upgrades for that bit of USD.
• Yes, one license covers up to 10 PCs (yours, your wife, sons, nephews, etc. or you and some of your work teammates as long as it is a no more than 10 employees company) and is free for personal/commercial use.
• Reinstalls don't count as additional computers. You have a license manager where you delete unused computers from your license.
All that said: icomancer has something like most of the FOSS software pieces: no hard limitations, and is almost free. And it has no trojans, ads, or nasty stuff. Try it :) you don't loose a thing.

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 6:51am Copy Link

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David Priest Hi, very disappointing software, I have purchased ONE program called icomancer and expect to have to install and run just the one program. I then find that I also have to install something called ImageMagick which I have done. When I then try to run icomancer, it tells me that "you may have installed the stand alone version of icomancer but you've missed installing ImageMagick" etc.
I didn't, it is installed, I am then also then asked to go to the command prompt and do stuff, also there seems to be no way of entering my license key.
All I wanted to do was was to be able to simply replace the standard yellow Windows 8.1 folder icons that are used in my Directory Opus Explorer software with some simple coloured folders , the BitsDuJour description led me to believe that this is what the program will do. I am so disappointed, have spent last few hours installing and re-installing, going round in cycles, going nowhere, looks like I have wasted my money.
David

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_*_ @David Priest, I just went through the same thing. I downloaded the "Stand Alone" install routine and then was told I needed ImageMagick. I clicked the link downloaded it and installed only find the program would still not open or run.

I had to completely uninstall the ImageMagick first, then the main program. I did this Revo Uninstaller but the normal uninstall routine should work.

I then went and downloaded the full install (top most one), and did a reinstall.

This time around it asked to restart my system which I did, and then upon starting it asks for you to log into your account for their website. I had one so I logged in and it registered the program. From that point forward it starts as normal.

A lot of hoops to jump through for such a low cost program. Honestly not sure I would have if I had known ahead of time. It should be made clearer and simpler to know what to install and register.

Hope this helps

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Alejandro Caballero The full installer comes with the full requirements packages, but if you have very high security settings or a kicky antivirus, you will have a flawed install. ImageMagick (the imaging framework used by icomancer) is heavily affected by this issue, because some antiviruses -don't know which because most users never say- don't allow certain components to be installed.
The vast majority of users don't have this problem.
I don't know from where you've got the command prompt instructions.
You haven't installed the correct ImageMagick distribution and/or components.
You've missed the link from BDJ pointing to the place where you claim the coupon: http://www.lavasoftworks.....php?id=71
By the way: that link is on the help & support forum.
I can help you out if you want, but I can't refund the purchase because the sales are being managed by BDJ. In such case, you should ask them if you want a refund.

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 9:59am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Ehm... guys, please, I beg you: Read before clicking. The downloads page clearly says what is included on every package. In fact, the "full bundle" (the first listed there) clearly states the next:
"Use this if you don't have or don't know if you have either .net framework 4 or ImageMagick 6.8.6-10 Q16 Win32 Dynamic. Both will be detected and, if they exist, the installer will leave them untouched. "
Also, on top of the page:
"Please note that Some antivirus programs may tag icomancer as a "harmful" download, but it is a false positive! That's because icomancer is not signed with an Authenticode certificate and it doesn't have millions of downloads. But icomancer is 100% safe and does not contain adware, spyware, virsuses, trojans or malicious programs attached."

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 10:05am Copy Link

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_*_ @Alejandro Caballero, I did read what each one stated before downloading. However, I am one who wants to run the system with as little extra files as necessary. Since I had no idea ImageMagick was required, I bypassed it for a simpler "stand Alone" install.

Why not have one download and have the downloader check to see what is needed and install as necessary?

Also, there is no knowing before purchase that an account is mandatory in order to use the software.

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Alejandro Caballero The different packages were requested since the first release because there were users (and not just one or two, but dozens) that already used ImageMagick with other packages. I removed them all and kept a single package (the full setup) a few months ago and got complains, so I decided to leave them all and let the user decide what to pick, but kept and highlighted every package function to avoid confusions.

About the account: icomancer is a piece of social software from scratch. That's said on the website and it is present on the screenshots. The account is used to link your publicly released creations (if any), and, well, the premium features are linked to the account level. You may just use the account to tie your license and not use it at all, but it is needed since the licensing system is based on that.

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 11:08am Copy Link

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Kelly Hamblin Most generous license I ever saw. I'm grabbing it while I can.

Thank you.

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Alejandro Caballero Thanks Kelly! most welcome!
Just for the record: I sell icomancer just to get some bucks in return for the effort, but I'm not interested in going millionare for things like this one, even if it worths it (well, supposing it worths something!).

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 4:11pm Copy Link

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Chris why isn't the full bundle setup windows 8 ready?

Edit:

It worked with Windows 8.1

Also, I have 4 computers associated with my account. I tried to delete all but one and get the following error:

Couldn't remove the license!

The server says:ERROR:LICENSE_IS_OWNED_BY_OTHER_USER

Please, post a thread on the Help & Support forum regarding this issue
so we fix it ASAP.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

All accounts were made by me on different old computers.

Thanks...

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Alejandro Caballero Chris ~ Windows 8 comes with .net 4.5, so the full bundle is basically not needed :)
And about your error: it must be a collision with the footprint of another user (yeah, they're rare but they happen). Please go to the forum and post a support request with your account id to track your licenses. Please put there the specifics of what do you want to delete and what do you want to keep.
http://www.lavasoftworks....cer/forum/

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 6:06pm Copy Link

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Chris Thanks for the reply. I just went back and all 3 I tried to delete are gone. The one I wanted to keep is still there.

Also, just so you know, I have to use IE to get to your site, Chrome and Firefox showed the page had loaded, but nothing appears.

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Alejandro Caballero Thanks for the heads up! I'll check that issue.

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 20 2015 at 7:41pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Note: some minutes ago I released the Windows 10 folder template :) ...ported it straight from Win10 and enhanced shadows a bit since original icons are kinda flat. You will find it on the Content Packages browser once you get icomancer.
Now, for those that will surely ask about Win10 compatibility: icomancer runs fine, but you might have problems installing it if you have medium or high security settings. UAC on Win10 is even harder with unsigned apps than on Win8.

LAVA SoftWorks - Nov 3 2015 at 12:35am Copy Link

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Louis H Is the current version compatible with ImageMagick 7.0.1-0-q16-x64?

May 1 2016 at 3:09am Copy Link

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Bruce Brent Icomancer's website says this program is "free" so why are you charging $7.49?

May 1 2016 at 7:05am Copy Link

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Louis H @Bruce Brent...

This is for getting access to "Premium Content."

http://www.lavasoftworks....um_content

May 1 2016 at 7:33am Copy Link

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Bruce Brent Louis, thank you for clarifying.

May 1 2016 at 7:50am Copy Link

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CL I apologize if I missed something. I ordered the program, got e-mail confirmations and download link. Clicked on the download link and was directed to the site for "Download icomancer installation package" page (for version:1.3.5 Revision 105 (1.3.5.105)). However all the download "packages" were for "ImageMagick 6.8.6-10 Q16 Win32, with no download links for Icomancer. Are they the same program? Please clarify. Thanks

May 1 2016 at 8:32am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Louis H: Yes, I just tested it and it works with no issues. Just download and install the "standalone" pack and you'll be done.
Note: before that, if you didn't install the OLE component on ImageMagick, you should reinstall and make sure to select it or icomancer wont work.

LAVA SoftWorks - May 1 2016 at 9:34am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Bruce Brent ~ As Louis said, there are several content packs that aren't available for the free license. By purchasing the license you get access to those content packs :)

LAVA SoftWorks - May 1 2016 at 9:35am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero CL ~ The full bundle includes everything you need for win7/vista/xp. The ImageMagick bundle is the one if you have Win10, 8.1, 8 or below with .net framework installed. And the standalone installer is the one if you already have ImageMagick and .net framework. All this is explained in every download details. So if you don't know what to pick, then pick the full bundle.

LAVA SoftWorks - May 1 2016 at 9:40am Copy Link

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Louis H Thank you, Alejandro, for the clarifications.

May 1 2016 at 10:20am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Please note that a new version was released before this promo was unleashed (^_^)

LAVA SoftWorks - Oct 2 2016 at 12:20am Copy Link

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M Spurvay Went to the site and bought the program; followed instructions for download, but when the page loads, it is completely blank! As of right now (6:63pm EST) there is no way to download the new version. Is this a rip-off or just a malfunction? I've been doing business with BitsDujour before they were BitsDuJour and have seldom experienced any problems - this seems rather unusual for them.

M Spurvay

Oct 2 2016 at 3:37pm Copy Link

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Robert User I downloaded and installed the Full Bundle (icomancer-Full-Setup.exe) (md5: b3d4c871 1e54c683 42711731 6028048d), and no errors were shown (XP SP3 32-bit). Icomancer AND ImageMagick were both installed. I did not have ImageMagick installed previously, and a new Program menu for ImageMagick was now created (ImageMagick 6.8.6 Q16 (32-bit)) and the Program Files directory now has ImageMagick-6.8.6-Q16, as expected.

After rebooting, I started Icomancer, but received the error:
ImageMagick is not installed!
You may have installed the Stand Alone version of Icomancer but you've missed installing ImageMagick.
Do you want to download and install ImageMagick now?

Instead of clicking Yes or No, I decided to go to the Start Menu and start ImageMagick itself. When I did, I immediately get an error:
The procedure entry point GetErrorMode could not be located in the dynamic link library KERNEL32.dll.

Out of curiosity, I went back to Icomancer and clicked Yes. The program started Internet Explorer, which I do not use anymore, instead of my default browser. Regardless, I get to ImageMagick downloads for version 7.0.3-2. I had rather not have to fool around with the separate download and install, especially when clearly something went wrong in the Icomancer setup process.

One incentive for getting Icomancer was that it would handle installing the ImageMagick as part of the setup.
What can be the problem?

Oct 2 2016 at 5:30pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero M Spurvay: Sorry for the delay, I was sleeping. The site is fine, I just went in and everything is OK.

Here, get this package for up to date Win7-SP1 and up:

http://www.lavasoftworks....-Setup.exe

Or the full bundle for anything below that:

http://www.lavasoftworks....-Setup.exe

LAVA SoftWorks - Oct 2 2016 at 5:52pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Robert: UAC or a kicky antivirus is your problem. ImageMagick comes with FFMPEG and other tools that are flagged as malware.

You will have to install imagemagick by hand, and specify to install the OLE control.

Another user went the same way as you did. Here's the entry on the forum with links to get the correct ImageMagick version for icomancer:
http://www.lavasoftworks....php?id=356

LAVA SoftWorks - Oct 2 2016 at 5:56pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Please note: it seems that the instructions to claim the coupon aren't being delivered with the cupon code on the email from BitsDuJour.
To claim the coupon you need to register for a free account once icomancer is installed, then, upgrade that account. Or if you have an existing free account, you can upgrade that one.
Instructions can be found here: http://www.lavasoftworks.....php?id=71
Please post a note here if you need assistance.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 26 2017 at 4:30am Copy Link

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Sylvie Cliche Bonjour!!!, J'ai acheté Iconmancer, et l'installation ne se fait pas!!! Help!!

Mar 26 2017 at 7:28am Copy Link

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Sylvie Cliche Hello, I bought Iconmancer and installation is not done, please help me! Thank you!

Mar 26 2017 at 7:34am Copy Link

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Sylvie Cliche Hello, I bought Iconmancer and installation is not done, please help me!

Mar 26 2017 at 7:34am Copy Link

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Constantin Florea @Sylvie Cliche, I've just contacted the vendor regarding the issue you mention.

BitsDuJour Admin - Mar 26 2017 at 10:59am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Sylvie: I got your email, replying there.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 26 2017 at 11:36am Copy Link

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Robert User I have folder icon tools for my Windows 7 and 10 computers, but I did not have one for my XP SP3 OS. I purchased the program when it was offered here on 2016-10-02 specifically for the XP OS, but when the program is started, I received the error:

ImageMagick is not installed!
You may have installed the Stand Alone version of Icomancer but you've missed installing ImageMagick.
Do you want to download and install ImageMagick now?

I had installed using the version that installs ImageMagick, so that it would install exactly what it needed, and I knew that both were installed. I checked.

When I attempted to start iconmancer from the Start Menu, I receive a different error:
The procedure entry point GetErrorMode could not be located in the dynamic link library KERNEL32.dll.

I posted a question (seen above in the Older Posts) that I had installed the program on a computer with XP SP3 32-bit, and detailed the problem, but the developer's response was as if the program was installed on a Window 7 or later OS by implying that the issue could be tied to UAC, and even pointed me to a post on the developer's website where a different user had an issue with UAC.

Windows XP does not have UAC, therefore I do not know if you even read my post correctly.

You also stated that the issue could be a "kicky antivirus" since "FFMPEG and other tools are flagged as malware."

I have used FFMPEG for a long time without issue, so I know that is not the problem, and I do not have a "kicky antivirus" program to begin with. To further entertain your idea, I turned my AntiVirus program off to ensure it was not the problem, and it did not change anything.

I also tried different versions of ImageMagick 6.8.6-10 and 7.0.3-2, but iconmancer does not recognize either one.

The problem is the iconmancer setup program not being able to install what it needs correctly and making the connection properly. I respectfully request that you address this issue with the respect it deserves.

Mar 26 2017 at 6:58pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Robert: I have an XP SP3 virtual machine and icomancer runs fine on it. I have to mention that this VM is kinda virgin... no antiviruses, no extra software, no nothing. Every time I make a new build I test the installer on my XP, Vista, 7, 8.1 and 10 VMs, trying to stick to the defaults on security and stuff.
And since the vast majority of the people runs Win7 or better, I go over UAC when support is requested.
I saw your post at the forum and you didn't specify you're using XP. That's why I told you about UAC and antiviruses.
Now, there's one thing about ImageMagick: if you want to install it by your own, you need to install the Dynamic Shared Library, because that's what icomancer uses. Plus, I tested a couple of versions beyond the one included with icomancer and found issues caused by bugs in those releases, that's why I didn't update the included version.
My recommendation here is: remove icomancer, remove imagemagick, and then install the "imagemagick bundle". Just make sure that your antivirus doesn't messes up with the setup.
In case you can't get it running, I can assist you over skype or teamviewer if you want. Just let me know.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 26 2017 at 7:17pm Copy Link

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Robert User @Alejandro,

Thanks for responding so soon. The things you recommend, I have already tried (full removal and clean re-install using the full package). I already know for a fact that the program does work on XP; it has for a long time. It just does not install properly on ALL XP systems.

One other thing, if you look at the older comments, it shows that I clearly stated that the program was installed on an XP SP3 OS, the same as I did today.

As for connecting to this computer, it is not permitted due to a commitment to protect data for a politician's website.

I can install a version of the program that produces better tracking, as long as the data is clear text, and can be sent via e-mail.

Mar 26 2017 at 7:39pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Robert let me make a new VM and run latest XP updates available. It may be possible that something else has messed up with ImageMagick. I'll post an update as soon as possible with my findings.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 26 2017 at 7:42pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Robert ~ I got it! Found an ImageMagick version that runs on XP and doesn't have problems with what seems to be causing it: the Visual C++ redistributable package (some update of it).
Please take a look here for the solution: http://www.lavasoftworks....php?id=394
And let me know if that helped or not.

LAVA SoftWorks - Mar 26 2017 at 9:16pm Copy Link

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Robert User @Alejandro,

Thanks

Mar 26 2017 at 9:17pm Copy Link

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geo User Hello. I am not sure but, the way I understand this offer is that as a free user you cannot download content created by other users in the forum and as a free user I cannot import anything into the application, like icons that I might have created with other icon making software. Is this correct?
It's not clear to me, can anyone chime in on this, maybe the vendor if he sees this before the offer expires
Thanks so much.

Oct 30 2020 at 12:26am Copy Link

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denis morrow I bought this software in September 2014. That was two or three laptops ago. I have used it ever since. I find it not only easy to use but I can make my own icons that stand out much clearer than normal homemade icons. Apart from the very low price and how good it is, the best part is the fine print. I was able to transfer to each of my PCs and laptops without much effort. you simply log in.
I always try to support vendors who sell low priced and with very little restrictions. This one stands out as an example to other vendors that when the customer buys something, then they expect to be the owners, and not just renting it out as a time limited, version limited or download limited purchase.
I have never had problems with this software, and as you can see from my other comments I don't pull punches when I comment on software sold or given away here. At today's deal price its more of a giveaway than a purchase.

Oct 30 2020 at 2:17am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @geo User no functions are reserved for paid users... the difference between free and paid is that paid have access to premium contents (templates, color packs, etc.)
That being said, using icomancer without an account limits you to the local scope (no downloads, no syncing, no community libraries). Those and free content packages are the bonuses for registered free users.
Oh, by the way: email addresses -from free or paid users- aren't used to send spam or resell them to anyone. Only to send important messages about the software or the company once every decade.

LAVA SoftWorks - Oct 30 2020 at 7:57am Copy Link

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Mark Hildman Waiting for my coupon code.

Feb 25 2021 at 5:08pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Oh, this needs to be managed by BDJ. Did you check your spambox?

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 25 2021 at 6:30pm Copy Link

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Nico Westerdale Great News! LAVA SoftWorks has agreed to extend this deal for another day - Enjoy!

BitsDuJour Admin - Feb 26 2021 at 12:11am Copy Link

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Bryan Darby I purchased this yesterday and have had nothing but problems trying to get it installed and working.

It's a damned sight easier to break out of San Quentin than it is to get into LavaSoft's ridiculously designed web site.

The site demanded an answer to a question that it didn't pose, then it came up with part of an 8" x 10" panel behind a 2" x 3" window which was impossible to read.

If I ever get in, I hope the program is worth all the trouble!

What do I do now, please?

Feb 26 2021 at 3:18am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Bryan Darby you should ask BDJ for a refund.

LAVA SoftWorks - Feb 26 2021 at 11:37am Copy Link

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Mark Hildman Sorry. Reason I did not receive a coupon code was because I already had an account.

Feb 26 2021 at 8:37pm Copy Link

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Felix User "Online license activation is required with a hardware footprint, and 1 installation per footprint."
So it can only installed once on the same computer?
And a computer with more than one harddisk?

Sep 7 2021 at 1:12am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Felix User: when you login on the icomancer page, you can manage your licenses, so, if for some reason one of the computers you've installed blows up, you can delete that entry and reuse the license on another computer.
That being said: it doesn't matter the hardware specs or how many user accounts the computer has... the footprint is pegged to some obscure parts of your machine (no personal information used at any time to build it), but, then again, you can revoke licenses and regenerate them with no issues.

LAVA SoftWorks - Sep 7 2021 at 3:39am Copy Link

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Stephen Warkentien I purchased this last September and am trying to reinstall. The software prompts me to log in or create an account. It never asks me for the registration string. Where does that go? Thank you

Jan 27 2022 at 2:10pm Copy Link

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Gandalf Does this work for Windows 11 folders?

Jan 27 2022 at 2:17pm Copy Link

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Nico Westerdale Great News! LAVA SoftWorks has agreed to extend this deal for another day - Enjoy!

BitsDuJour Admin - Jan 28 2022 at 12:11am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Stephen Warkentlen - The registration runs only once and it is tied to your user account in our website. Once you installed icomancer you should have logged in. On a reinstall, you need to ask for a password reset using your email, then you'll be able to login back to your registered account. If you get stuck don't hesitate on posting a help request at https://support.lavasoftworks.com and we'll reply as soon as possible :)

LAVA SoftWorks - Jan 28 2022 at 4:50am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Gandalf - to be honest, I haven't tried it. Now... Microsoft has been keeping folder icon customizations backwards compatible since XP, so, it should work.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jan 28 2022 at 4:53am Copy Link

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lisba f Platforms: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8
That's all?

Jul 22 2022 at 2:33pm Copy Link

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William W. User @Lisba
The home page shows there is an installer available for Win10/8/7/, Vista, XP.
William W. Geertsema

Jul 22 2022 at 4:31pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero Iisba f ~ Oh, well, it works on 10 and 11 too. Just take in consideration that UAC is more annoying on latest versions, so you'll have to install as admin and run as admin to avoid nasty errors.

LAVA SoftWorks - Jul 22 2022 at 4:32pm Copy Link

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MSWallack Last updated in 2017?

Dec 6 2022 at 7:15am Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @MSWallack yep. It is a simple app, doesn't do other stuff, doesn't need big enhancements for what it does and it is compiled in a way that it won't bug you after OS upgrades.

LAVA SoftWorks - Dec 6 2022 at 7:38am Copy Link

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Nico Westerdale Great News! LAVA SoftWorks has agreed to extend this deal for another day - Enjoy!

BitsDuJour Admin - Dec 7 2022 at 12:11am Copy Link

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Stephen Warkentien Where can I download the current version?

Their website says the current version is 1.3.7.110
Most of the mirrors have 1.3.4.104
One of the mirrors has 1.3.5.105

Where is the latest version?

Oct 28 2023 at 2:53pm Copy Link

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Stephen Warkentien Never mind. I found it, finally.

Oct 28 2023 at 2:59pm Copy Link

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Alejandro Caballero @Stephen - Latest version is always available on the website.
http://www.lavasoftworks....index.html

LAVA SoftWorks - Oct 28 2023 at 6:46pm Copy Link

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