Winpilot 2024.4.7

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• The privacy, system, and gaming plugin "CoTweaker" now automatically detects the configured system settings. Custom settings only need to be toggled on/off with the ToggleSwitch. Modified settings are logged in the Clippy Bubble
• The CoTweaker plugin now offers enhanced support for gaming handhelds like the Lenovo Legion GO and Rog Ally
• The UI has been refreshed once again to better align with the design language of Windows 11. For example, the containers are now flat, with the Back button placed in the upper left corner and the Next button in the lower one
• The versioning schema has been changed from Semantic (SemVer) to a date-based versioning (CalVer) scheme. This is to better indicate the number of releases in a month. `The format is as follows: Year, Month, and Incremental Version: YYYY.MM.MINOR Example: 2024.4.7 (for the seventh release in April 2024)
• The current view or even the entire app can be refreshed with a single press of the ESC key on the keyboard, handy when you're, say, in the Copilot view
• With the upcoming release, I've made some big changes. I've cleaned out a lot of the old clutter and separated out many of those smart "AI" functions from the code. This means the community can now easily join in and contribute to the project. There were quite a few unnecessary features and pilot functions still hanging around in the code, and it took longer than expected to tidy things up. So the project will be completely open-source like Bloatynosy/AI

Winpilot 3.6.0

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The old WinModder extension from Bloatynosy is coming back in a tougher version. I've decided to name this Winpilot plugin PimpApp (again). Maybe some of you still remember the name. Back in the day, about a year before Windows 11 dropped, back in late 2020, I released my first app based on the Net Ecosystem under this name, stirring up some serious debate among the user base. Some hated the name, others vibed with it - you know how it goes. PimpApp used to tweak and slim down systems with pre-made community templates. And now, I'm gifting that same functionality to Winpilot. Think of it as extensions offering advanced debloating. Originally, this menu should have been called WinModder, but for my own anniversary, I'm having a little fun and letting it run under PimpApp (Extensions). It's now a menu item in Winpilot! Everything else about Winpilot and its name stays unchanged, though.

I've reoptimized all scripts/extensions for the PimpApp Plugin in Winpilot. Here's a quick rundown of the RestoreInboxApps script, handy for those times when you've uninstalled too much and want to go back.

Switching gears, here's a cool one: you can take the other route and completely debloat your system with just a click. Just download the RemoveDefaultApps plugin, and it'll wipe out all those apps in one fell swoop.

Intro_PimpAppExtensions.mp4

Other Issues addressed in this release

• Refreshed Clippy and Winpilot's user interface
• Optimized the web core
• Improved update search functionality
• Fixed numerous minor internal bug fixes

Winpilot 3.5.1

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• Added an option to disable Microsoft's latest brainchild of bombarding our Start menu with app ads: Show recommendations for tips, app promotions, and more (only Beta channel)
• Added Microsoft's Agent aka Clippy a facelift and some upgrades such as the ability to bring Clippit to the forefront with a simple click on "Clippy" itself
• Introduced a new Agent character, "Lover/Charm Clippy", who aims to calm us down and spread love 😄 whenever Microsoft drops some "improvements" - read: either more ads or AI nonsense - that nobody asked for
• Several app debloating mechanisms have been optimized

Winpilot 3.5.0

Important note: Bloatynosy/AI has now evolved into Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

My Winpilot is supported by Clippy 🛩️😂📎https://t.co/PkRbJxXfVg pic.twitter.com/whQL0LHulG

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 25, 2024

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This was meant to be primarily a hotfix, addressing a critical bug that could prevent the offering of Assisted/AI features on some systems. However, the build was already ready, so we're jumping straight to version 3.5

• Winpilot now takes no autonomous actions and leaves nothing to chance. Especially, the debloater "Decrapify" will now only assist, and the bloatware database will be "statically/community" maintained.
• UI has been significantly refreshed under the current codename Stargate. You can either use the step-by-step assistant or switch between plugins via the "Pilot" button.
• Deeper integration of Clippy into Winpilot, which now observes every step and reports status.
• The Copilotless plugin has been integrated into CoTweaker. You can now directly search for, disable, or re-enable Microsoft Copilot/AI features from there.
• The Debloating Plugin "Decrapify" now offers a bulletin board declaring "Bloatware for deletion" as recommended. These include numerous inbox apps from Microsoft and all other sponsored and pre-installed apps from various OEMs.
• Numerous bug fixes #178 #160 #181 #183 #184 #186 Thanks @LyndonGingerich

Winpilot 3.4.0 (Stargate) ⊙🛸🚀

Important note: Bloatynosy/AI has now evolved into Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

My Winpilot is supported by Clippy 🛩️😂📎https://t.co/PkRbJxXfVg pic.twitter.com/whQL0LHulG

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 25, 2024

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The recently introduced new, simpler "Stargate" UI (Codename for release) for Winpilot is now making its way into Winpilot. It's designed with a classic feel, structured like an assistant akin to the old Bloatynosy app. The "AI" stuff takes a backseat here, focusing on the core task: debloating and customizing the system in 3-4 steps. Clippy now enjoys a bit more prominence, and you'll always have him by your side.

Under-the-hood changes:

• Optimized and generally faster startup
• Optimized high DPI scaling (for handhelds like Legion GO, Rog Ally) You can zoom in and out within the app by holding Ctrl and scrolling the mouse wheel
• Migration of some older Bloatynosy functions and features

Winpilot 3.3.40 Stargate ⊙🛸🚀

Important note: Bloatynosy/AI has now evolved into Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

My Winpilot is supported by Clippy 🛩️😂📎https://t.co/PkRbJxXfVg pic.twitter.com/whQL0LHulG

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 25, 2024

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The Assist me feature down in the bottom right corner just got a major upgrade, now rolling with the code name Stargate. This handy helper walks you through customizing and debloating your Windows 10/11 system in just 4 simple steps. Additionally, the Stargate Assist has been optimized for debloating Legion GO and RogAlly devices.

Winpilot 3.3 🐰

Important note: Bloatynosy/AI has now evolved into Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

My Winpilot is supported by Clippy 🛩️😂📎https://t.co/PkRbJxXfVg pic.twitter.com/whQL0LHulG

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 25, 2024

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• Introducing the new Assist Me button, which guides through the individual plugins, describes their functions, and demonstrates them in action. This feature aims to support Bloatynosy switchers.
• Revised, more modern, and above all, even smarter AI like "Starter Prompt"
• Enhanced, shorter, and more memorable naming of skills, tasks, and actions
• You can remove the placeholder app 'Microsoft Windows AI Copilot Provider' that was rolled out with the Edge 123 update (Switch to the Decrapify plugin, simply press CTRL + F to activate search or jump to letter M, select the app, and press 'Remove selected'.)
• Settings in CoTweaker (a plugin for privacy, system, and gaming) apply their settings directly via the toggle status. Simply toggle on or off to make changes. It is recommended to use the "Detect current settings" button beforehand to check your Windows setup.
• CoTweaker restores the very latest Bloatynosy settings, such as removing the "Fax Printer" or "XPS Writers."
• Enhanced compatibility with Chris Titus's tool and other plugins
• The Clippy character is becoming more mischievous and cheeky 😸
• Numerous minor bug fixes #164 #162 #159 #157

Winpilot (Bloatynosy) 3.2

Important note: Bloatynosy will soon become Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

Launching Winpilot app - the sleek evolution from Bloatynosy! Featuring the personal Windows AI-like Copilot assistant, with a nod to nostalgia - Clippy from @Microsoft! 🚀 https://t.co/LrKCWINsLl#Winpilot #Bloatynosy #AI #Assistant #Clippy #Windows11 #Copilot pic.twitter.com/z2rA4y9rW3

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 18, 2024

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Back to Basics:

• Revamped Menu Navigation for Enhanced Overview of Core Features (Check out the intro clip for a sneak peek). The main menus are structured similarly to Bloatynosy, with a primary focus on Privacy, Gaming, System, and Debloating functions for quick access.
• The Decrapify plugin has been enhanced with a highly intelligent Bloatware search, and the button for automatic search is now labeled AI-Driven Search. Please note that these features may bring surprises, but in the first step, nothing will be removed, only the detected items will be displayed. In addition to the auto-search/removal, you can still manually mark and remove bloatware as before.
• Improved Windows 10 Support

AI.Bloatware.removal.mp4

Winpilot (Bloatynosy) 3.1

Important note: Bloatynosy will soon become Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

Launching Winpilot app - the sleek evolution from Bloatynosy! Featuring the personal Windows AI-like Copilot assistant, with a nod to nostalgia - Clippy from @Microsoft! 🚀 https://t.co/LrKCWINsLl#Winpilot #Bloatynosy #AI #Assistant #Clippy #Windows11 #Copilot pic.twitter.com/z2rA4y9rW3

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 18, 2024

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• Deepening integration of the debloating plugin "Decrapify" into Winpilot for improved functionality.
• Optimized DPI scaling and improved UI responsiveness.
• Added new skills such as removing the new Outlook app for all users (Besides Zac Bowden, I'm also not vibing with the new Outlook app) and switching to the classic Mail and Calendar app. To achieve this function, all it takes is a chatbox query for 'outlook'.
• UI has been jazzed up a bit with a logo in the header and a temporary subheader 'Bloatynosy.'
• Numerous internal code enhancements.

I had to deal with some issues from Microsoft, particularly with false positives from Windows Defender. But it should be all sorted out now. I'm still considering whether I should give it another shot and bring the app to the Microsoft Store. Unfortunately, Bloatynosy didn't survive in the store for long back then. Maybe it was just the funky app name holding us back back then, who knows!😄

Info

The app supports localizations. I've given the app a German translation. To activate it, go to the chat field and request "German" or "translate"

Winpilot (Bloatynosy) 3.0.5

Important note: Bloatynosy will soon become Winpilot. Check out 3.0.0 for more details

Launching Winpilot app - the sleek evolution from Bloatynosy! Featuring the personal Windows AI-like Copilot assistant, with a nod to nostalgia - Clippy from @Microsoft! 🚀 https://t.co/LrKCWINsLl#Winpilot #Bloatynosy #AI #Assistant #Clippy #Windows11 #Copilot pic.twitter.com/z2rA4y9rW3

— Belim (@builtbybel) March 18, 2024

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• The CoTweaker plugin is leveling up and bringing back almost all the old Bloatynosy privacy and system settings in a sleek, optimized form. I've taken note of your feedback #145 There's a lot more coming in the future
  For a better understanding for the old Bloatynosy users: The "CoTweaker" plugin basically replaces the core functionality of Bloatynosy, and the "Decrapify" plugin replaces its debloater. On top of that, you'll get continuous help and tips from Clippy, who also manages command processing. Some old Bloatynosy settings can be translated directly through the "AI" chatbox for quick adjustments, like taskbar alignment or widget deactivation, etc.
• UI optimized. Search field is located in the bottom area. Clippy occasionally changes his character and appearance
• Bloatware search optimized for the Decrapifiy plugin
• Prepared first steps for localizations
• The app update search has now been enabled
• Support for external scripts optimized. A search query for "plugin" will yield results for the supported external scripts

I had to deal with some issues from Microsoft, particularly with false positives from Windows Defender. But it should be all sorted out now. I'm still considering whether I should give it another shot and bring the app to the Microsoft Store. Unfortunately, Bloatynosy didn't survive in the store for long back then. Maybe it was just the funky app name holding us back back then, who knows!😄

Info

The app supports localizations. I've given the app a German translation. To activate it, go to the chat field and request "German" or "translate"