Google Search Gadget

After I got my new PC, the first thing I wanted to do was replace some of the functionality of my dynamic desktop. Primarily this meant a useful Google Search box. My search found 3 gadgets already in play, but to my dismay, they all link to adwords sponsored websites.

So, using Darren's example, I found that gadgets are really just little tiny websites. Hmm, I can code websites. Even really tiny ones.

I would like to present, my basic Google Search Gadget. No encoded text, no adwords, no fancy graphics, or crazy cool search technology. It simply provides a form to start searchs.

Future revisions:

  • Adding a Google logo?
  • Search History?
  • Configuration page
  • Better background image = transparent background!
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I have worked on this gadget a bit more. I have changed the background image to a google logo and changed the search box to change from transparent (no focus) to white when you click on it. I'll post it in the next few days.

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