By default, the gadget displayed an analog clock face. It was sleek, utilizing the semi-transparent "Aero" design language that defined Windows 7. It showed the current time, and upon hovering over it with the mouse cursor, it would reveal the current date.
Hover over the gadget and click the wrench icon (Options) to change the clock's name, time zone, or toggle the second hand. windows 7 clock gadget
Let’s address the elephant in the room. By default, the gadget displayed an analog clock face