Tips and Tricks for Windows 8

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1 Tips and Tricks for Windows 8 Windows 8 is optimized for touch This means that there are two interfaces to Windows 8, the traditional Desktop and also the new Metro which is optimized for touch. Metro is comprised of customizable tiles that act as icons or shortcuts Metro interface: Notice the tiles; These can be moved and you can customize as you need. To access ALL APPS, move your mouse to the bottom of the metro interface and right click. You will see the All Apps button appear.

2 All Apps Brings up Everything: TRICK: when at the all apps screen, just start typing what you are looking ford. Just typing in fir will show all Firefox programs. This search method works for any installed program.

3 TIP: How to turn off your computer: In either Metro or Desktop mode, move your cursor to the VERY TOP RIGHT portion of the screen: The Charms Bar will appear in the middle. Choose Settings > Power > Shut down

4 TIP: How to connect to your home Wireless Network: There are several methods to connect to wireless networks in Windows 8. One way is through the Charms Bar we just discussed. Instead of choosing Power choose the wireless symbol in the top left of the settings box. Choose your SSID at home and connect freely. To connect from the desktop mode: (most common) Double click the wireless icon and then select your SSID and check Connect Automatically

5 Tip: How to Search for files, programs, and settings in Windows 8 In either Metro or Desktop mode, move your cursor to the VERY TOP RIGHT portion of the screen: The Charms Bar will appear in the middle. Choose Settings > Search (the top charm) Within Search for Windows 8 we must signify what we want to search for by choosing from Apps, Settings and Files Apps will search for installed programs and apps; Settings will search for PC settings like Control Panel features, and Files will search for files on the local computer. Notice in the example, that the term the user searched for - note - shows 2 options for apps, and 2 for settings. Click on one of the three options to show the results.

6 Tips and Tricks: Keyboard shortcuts in Windows 8 Windows Key Windows Key + D Windows Key + C Windows Key + F Windows Key + H Windows Key + K Windows Key + I Windows Key + Q Windows Key + W Windows Key + Tab Windows Key + Shift + Tab Windows Key +. Windows Key + Shift +. Windows Key +, Alt + F4 Windows Key + E Windows Key + L Windows Key + T Windows Key + E Windows Key + Page Down Windows Key + M Windows Key + Shift + M Windows Key + Up Arrow Windows Key + Down Arrow Windows Key + Left Arrow Windows Key + Right Arrow Ctrl + Shift + Escape Windows Key + Print Screen Windows Key + Page Up Shift + Delete Windows Key + F1 Windows Key + V Windows Key + Shift + V Windows Key + 0 to 9 Windows Key + Shift + 0 to 9 Alt + Enter Alt + Up Arrow Alt + Right Arrow Alt + Left Arrow Windows Key + P Windows Key + U Alt + Print Screen Windows Key + Spacebar Windows Key + + Windows Key + - Windows Key + Escape Toggle between Desktop and Metro modes Show Desktop Open Charms Menu Charms Menu Search Charms Menu Share Charms Menu Devices Charms Menu Settings Search For Installed Apps Search Settings Cycle through open Modern UI Apps Cycle through open Modern UI Apps in reverse order Snaps app to the right (split screen multitasking) Snaps app to the left (split screen multitasking) Temporarily view desktop Quit Modern UI Apps; Exit Windows Launch Windows Explorer Window Lock PC and go to lock screen Cycle through icons on taskbar (press Enter to launch app) Launch Windows Explorer Window Moves Start screen and apps to secondary monitor on the right Minimize all Windows Restore all minimized Windows Maximize current window Minimize current window Maximize current window to left side of the screen Maximize current window to right side of the screen Open Task Manager Takes a Print Screen and saves it to your Pictures folder Moves Start screen and apps to secondary monitor on the left Permanently delete files without sending it to Recycle Bin Open Windows Help and Support Cycle through notifications Cycle through notifications in reverse order Launch/show app pinned to taskbar at indicated number Launch new instance of app pinned to taskbar at indicated number Display Properties of selected item in File Explorer View upper level folder of current folder in File Explorer View next folder in File Explorer View previous folder in File Explorer Choose secondary display modes Open Ease of Access Center Print Screen focused Window only Switch input language and keyboard layout Zoom in using Magnifier Zoom out using Magnifier Exit Magnifier

7 List of Things TO DO: Watch the videos on how get the most out of your device on the MPS 1:1 Driver s Manual Webpage. This webpage will house videos and information related to: The Acceptable Use Policy Updating your Device Backing Up your Device Security Good Habits Maintenance Troubleshooting Common Problems Always treat the device as if it were your own. Practice safe Internet habits. Use the tool to your advantage. It is a gateway to the world!

8 List of things NOT TO DO: NEVER leave your laptop in a car on a hot summer day. It can expand the chips inside and they may never reseat properly. NEVER blow-dry your laptop in the event of a liquid spill. Unplug and power off the device as soon as possible. Let it air dry. Do not put in a bowl of rice. NEVER attempt to take apart the computer if you break it. You WILL void the warranty. Please see the HP Certified Help Desks for assistance. NEVER attempt to use another power adapter to charge your laptop. Power adapters produce certain voltages and amperes that can harm your computer if they are too high or too low for the laptop.