In keeping with the previous hints for
replacing the 'About This Mac' logo and
changing the title above it, here's how to change the title in the Apple menu.
NOTE: Doing this requires modifying a System file, so Permissions need to be changed, or you can log in as root):
- In the Finder, navigate to System -> Library -> Frameworks -> Carbon.framework -> Versions -> A -> Frameworks -> HIToolbox.framework -> Versions -> A -> Resources -> English.lproj.
- Open StandardMenus.nib with Interface Builder (Developer Tools required) and customize to your heart's content (even delete that darn 'Get Mac OS X Software' link !)
- Save the file when finished (don't worry, a backup of the original will automatically be made for you) and enjoy your handiwork.
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Editor's note: I'd be a bit careful about removing the Get Mac OS X Software menu item -- a
previous hint explained how to do this, and there were some additional required steps. I have not tried either of these hints myself (I tend to follow a "leave the system's bits alone" philosophy), so proceed with caution before removing items from the Apple menu...]