UTC Time Display Widget

A super lightweight Python script to display the current UTC date and time in a transparent, draggable window on your Windows desktop. Designed for simplicity and portability, this tool is perfect for anyone who needs a quick, unobtrusive UTC clock.

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Features

• Real-time UTC updates: Accurate to the second.
• Transparent background: Blends seamlessly into your desktop.
• Draggable and resizable: Fully customizable positioning and size.
• Lightweight and simple: No unnecessary clutter—just the time.

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Prerequisites

1. Python 3.x: Ensure Python is installed on your system. Download Python
2. tkinter: Pre-installed with most Python distributions. Verify by running:

   python -m tkinter

   If not installed, use:

   pip install tk

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Usage

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/TemplarPirate/UTC-Time-and-date-widget.git

2. Navigate to the directory:

   cd UTC-Time-and-date-widget

3. Run the script:

   python utc_display_widget.pyw

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Customization

• Font size and style: Adjust the font parameter in the label setup:

  font=("Helvetica", 20)

• Transparency: Modify the -alpha value (0.0 to 1.0) for desired opacity.
• Window positioning: Change x_position and y_position for different alignments.

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Compatibility

This script is designed for Windows environments. While it may work on other operating systems (e.g., Linux or macOS), the transparent background and some UI behaviors are specific to Windows and might not function as expected elsewhere.

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Quick Start

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/TemplarPirate/UTC-Time-and-date-widget.git

2. Run the script directly:

   python utc_display_widget.pyw

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Future Development

• 🌍 Expand compatibility for Linux/macOS.
• 🎨 Add themes for personalizing the look and feel.
• 🕐 Include additional time zones for the global nomads.
• 🚀 Build a one-click installer for effortless setup.

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Contribution

Contributions are welcome and strongly encouraged (I'd love upgrade contributions)! If you have suggestions, find issues, or would like to collaborate, feel free to:

• Submit a pull request.
• Open an issue.

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. You are free to use, modify, and distribute this software as long as proper attribution is given.

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