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Originally posted by Willz
Just out of interest have you managed to get further then what TheSteve did? That's generally the point where people conclude its not possible 
I'd just like to add that the only reason I stopped trying with this is that I don't have access to an aero capable vista installation. (Just the virtual machine type)
If anyone is interested in trying as has program experience, I recommend looking at the
Desktop Window Manager API
There are two things in messenger's architecture that *might* be the cause for problems. Messenger uses normal GDI functions to paint it's window. This can be a problem if the the desired operation requires that the alpha value remain intact.
The other possible problem is that messenger's UI is drawn entirely on a child window. The may prevent proper rendering.
In any case, you would need support from a separate program, (probably Messenger Plus if Patchou is willing to implement it.) in order to pull it off.
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