1) Occasionally I see references in read.me's concerning the order that modules must load. Is there any specific order to follow, or avoid, that I should be aware of while creating my own theme?

2) I've noticed that the .png format seems to be replacing .bmps. Any reason why?

You guys rock. Thx in advance...'preciate it.

1) Desktop should load first.
2) Size

I thought I saw a doc that explained the load sequence of the rc and module files.

Can someone post a link to that?

DeV, what file or files specificly define the desktop?

Autechre: I'm sure someone else can define it better but the png format is a higher defination(24 bts, bmp is good for 16), and lighterweight format than bmp.

Thanks,

-Wix

In regards to the png format, I think I read somewhere that it has an alpha transparency channel that bmps lack, but I could very well be wrong.

not all LS modules support that alpha channel though so you have to pay attention.

What do you mean "what file or files specifically define the desktop?" If you ain't that far yet cuz you need to get to readin the docs.

The only "rule" I can think of really is that (as DeV) said the desktop module should be loaded first, unless there are z-order issues. Some modules that interact with other modules need to be loaded in a specific order as well, but that depends on those modules and should always be explained in the readmes. For example, to !hook a module into an lsbox you need to load the modules that are to be hooked BEFORE lsbox. Such things are in the readme though.

" but the png format is a higher defination(24 bts, bmp is good for 16)"

BMP is good for 32, 24 and 16 bit and lower. Like Dev said, the only real difference disk space. When zipping a theme for distrobution you will find that using BMP files may make the zip file a fraction smaller.