User Manual
13
Desktop
In Windows 8.1, the Desktop is treated as an app. You can find and
activate it from your Start screen and All Apps screen.
If you want to start your computer to skip the Start screen and to
directly open the Desktop, see p.22.
1
Taskbar
Allows you to add toolbars that hold extra
buttons and menus.
2
Notification
area
Shows you the current system status and
notifications
3
Program area
This is where you can place a shortcut icon
for your desired application.
4
Charms
See page 15 for detailed information.
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