WidgetFX is an open-source desktop widget platform written from the ground up in the JavaFX Script language. It can run widgets written in JavaFX Script and Java and takes advantage of the latest features of the Java Platform.

Key Features:

  • Open-Source - WidgetFX is a fully open-source widget platform (widgets themselves can be licensed commercially).
  • Cross-Platform Support - WidgetFX runs on all major platforms including Windows XP/Vista, Linux, and Mac OS X.
  • One-Click Installation - WidgetFX takes advantage of Java Web Start to provide one-click installation and automatic updates of the dock and widgets.
  • Rich Desktop Applications - WidgetFX leverages the full power of Java and JavaFX providing a very rich library of graphics, animation, and media capabilities.

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Chapter 8 covers developing desktop widgets using WidgetFX!
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WidgetFX 1.2.4 Released – Happy Halloween!
By Stephen Chin, On 10/25/09 10:31 AM
We have an early Halloween treat from the WidgetFX team… a new software release!  The 1.2.4 version of WidgetFX includes some new functionality and fixes a number of issues that our
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WidgetFX Contest Winners!
By Stephen Chin, On 9/27/09 3:33 AM
I am pleased to announce the winners of the WidgetFX Developer’s Contest.  There were lots of great entries (22 in total), which made this a very hard decision.  You can browse the
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WidgetFX Contest – Finish Line
By Stephen Chin, On 9/27/09 3:32 AM
  IRONMAN Germany – Finish Line   Originally uploaded by Daniel Rüd (ruedfotos.de) Tomorrow is the last day for the WidgetFX Contest ! We
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