By 2013, with the arrival of Windows 8.1, users had a more stable operating system, but many still deeply missed the visual depth of Windows 7. This exact cultural moment birthed the popular customization trend. Why Users Wanted Windows 7 Icons in 2013
This method gives you more control and is used for many community packs. Windows 7 Icon Pack By 2013 Windows 8.1
Unzip your downloaded icon pack to a permanent folder (e.g., C:\Icons\Win7 ). By 2013, with the arrival of Windows 8
In October 2013, Microsoft released Windows 8.1, a hasty olive branch to desktop users who were shell-shocked by the original Windows 8. While the update brought back a visible Start button, it did not bring back the soul of Windows: with the arrival of Windows 8.1