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BS.ControlBar FAQ

Overview

  1. What is BS.ControlBar?
  2. Will BS.ControlBar work with my Web browser?
  3. How do I install the BS.ControlBar?
  4. How do I "uninstall" the BS.ControlBar?
  5. What are the system requirements for installing BS.ControlBar?
  6. Does the BS.ControlBar track where I go on the Internet?
  7. Is the BS.ControlBar spyware?

ControlBar Features

  1. What is Products button?
  2. What is Skins?
  3. What for News button is added to BS.ControlBar?
  4. How do I delete my search history?
  5. How to customize Weather tool?
  6. What is IPlookup?

Customizing

  1. Can I hide BS.ControlBar on my browser?
  2. How do I move my ControlBar?
  3. How can I customize BS.ControlBar?




Overview


What is BS.ControlBar?
BS.ControlBar is an easy and powerful toolbar that installs directly onto your Web browser. It allows you to:
  • Easy download, buy or upgrade BS.Player, read about its features and much more.
  • Choose a skin for your BS.Player from the wide list or make your own with Skin maker. View your own skin list, submit new or update old ones with My BS.Skins.
  • Read BS.Player News.
  • Always know whether to take an umbrella or sunglasses using Weather tool.
  • Get to Your IP address info with IP-lookup feature.
  • Customize your toolbar as you wish with Toolbar Config.
BS.ControlBar is free to download and use.




Will BS.ControlBar work with my Web browser?
BS.ControlBar will work with Internet Explorer versions 6.0 and 7.0 as well as Firefox 2.0 and 3.0 versions.




How do I install the BS.ControlBar?
You can install BS.ControlBar in two ways: while installing BS.Player or download and install BS.ControlBar itself from its homepage.
Note:Installation must be held under administrative account (with full administrative privileges under Windows Vista).




How do I "uninstall" the BS.ControlBar?
Follow the easy instructions below to uninstall the BS.ControlBar from your PC:
1) click on 'Start' and select 'Control Panel'
2) select 'Add/Remove Programs'
3) choose 'BS.ControlBar'
4) click 'Change/Remove'
Just follow the on-screen instructions and BS.ControlBar will be uninstalled. Restart browser when uninstall is complete.




What are the system requirements for installing BS.ControlBar?
All you need is Internet Explorer version 6.0 or 7.0. If you use Firefox browser ? it should be 2.0 or 3.0 version.




Does the BS.ControlBar track where I go on the Internet?
NO, the BS.ControlBar does not monitor or report any data about where you are traveling or what you do on Web.




Is the BS.ControlBar spyware?
NO, the BS.ControlBar does not transmit any information in a manner that can identify a user (such as a name or an email address, ensuring complete anonymity for users). Unidentifiable statistics are sent to our system regarding usage of toolbar features. The statistics are completely anonymous and do not contain any personal identification. ControlBar users are allowed to disable statistical data transfer at any given time. We do not match individual users with their specific Web or toolbar usage and don't share the specifics with anybody. Most importantly, our software does only what it's supposed to do ? helps users search and surf more effectively. Moreover, our ControlBar:
  • DOES NOT spy on your browsing habits.
  • DOES NOT launch pop-up or pop-under advertisements.
  • DOES NOT "hijack" your searches.
  • DOES NOT modify pages you visit.
  • DOES NOT create security holes: The ControlBar will not make it easier for other people or programs to access your computer.
  • DOES NOT and will not sell or rent your email address and other personal information.





ControlBar Features

What is Products button?
Products button allows you to learn more about BS.Player and it features, download free version, buy and upgrade Professional versions, communicate with BS.Player users on products' Forum. You could also Send feedback to our support team.




What is Skins?
With Skins button you could choose a skin that perfectly fits your BS.Player from the wide list that can be sorted according to date posted, most downloaded, highest rated or most commented.
You could also make your own skin with Skin maker tool as well as view your own skin list, submit new or update old ones with My BS.Skins.




What for News button is added to BS.ControlBar?
With News button you get quick access to BS.Player recent or archive news. One click will redirect you to the page where you can read the selected news section. Press releases are also available.
Be always the first to know about new BS.Player products' features, releases and much more!




How do I delete my search history? To clear your search history from the drop-down text box in BS.ControlBar, click on the arrow and select the 'Clean history' option. This will clear all the previous searches from the drop-down menu.




How to customize Weather tool?
To set the Location enter 'City, State' or ZIP Code and press 'Search' button. Then select your city from the drop-down menu and click 'Search' for the second time. Finally, select your station from the results menu and press 'OK'.
When everything is done you can see what weather is Right Now behind your window as well as a forecast for the next 3 days.
You could also Delete current location, Set the new one, Change Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vice versa) and Refresh weather information at any time.




What is IP-lookup?
With IP-lookup Tool you can get current or any entered IP address information that includes some significant facts about a country and a city, corresponding Google Map data and your connection information.
It is an easy and fast tool to get important data always at hand.




Customizing

Can I hide BS.ControlBar on my browser?
You can hide the BS.ControlBar by doing the following:
1) Go to the 'View' menu at the top of your browser.
2) Select 'Toolbars'
3) Click 'BS.ControlBar' to hide; click again to unhide.




How do I move my ControlBar?
As on Internet Explorer 6.0, 7.0 toolbars are locked by default the separator icon will not appear, and the toolbars will be immobile, until you right click on the toolbars and uncheck Lock the Toolbars.
Than to move your ControlBar, simply click on the separator bar to the left of the BS.Player button and drag the BS.ControlBar to the desired location.
Note: You can not unlock toolbar in FireFox browser.




How can I customize BS.ControlBar?
Toolbar Config menu allows to customize your BS.ControlBar.
In 'Buttons' section:
  • Activate / Deactivate BS.ControlBar buttons
  • Move BS.ControlBar items and arrange them in convenient order pressing on 'Up' and 'Down'.
  • Restore buttons order and settings to default clicking on 'Default'.
In 'Advanced settings' section:
  • Manage Button text labels
  • Customize how search results should be displayed (in current, new window or browser tab)
  • Define how ControlBar links will open.
  • Choose whether to Hide or not the search button.

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