Most of these programs from what I can see run best on Windows 10 Version 1909 or before.
I do not own any of these programs or files, this is simply a guide :)
> OldNewExplorer - Brings back the old Windows Explorer.
After installation, configure it as shown here.
> SecureUxTheme - Theme manager, upon install nothing may change until you get a theme.
I'll link that below.
> Windows 7 Aero Theme (requires SecureUXTheme).
> StartIsBack - Brings back the old style start menu.
> WinAeroTweaker - Can be used to tweak certain things for a more accurate experience.
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WUB (Windows Update Blocker) - If you downgraded Windows and want to get rid of the updates.
Windows 7 Icons - Replace Windows 10 icons with these as you wish, if you're unsure how look it up online for a more detailed guide.
Windows 7 Sounds - Same as before, change as you wish, guides available online.
Windows 7 Cursors - Same as before, change as you wish, guides available online.
Windows 7 Gadgets - Bring back the old Windows 7 gadgets.
Windows 7 Games - Bring back the old Windows 7 games.
Massive credits to u/MaTecss on reddit, I used their guide to write this for the most part. Original post can be found here for extra help/more details.
Also worth checking out some of the forum posts here on SpaceHey
Griffin post - posted a lot of resources, using quite a few myself.
Failsandwichs post - same as griffin posted a lot of resources and link, some of which im using
Hope this helps!!! reject modernity embrace tradition :3