app bar

About this tag
The app bar in Windows 8 and 8.1 is a user interface element that appears at the top-left corner of the screen, allowing you to manage and switch between active apps without leaving the desktop. Users can right-click app thumbnails on the app bar to access additional options, such as resizing or replacing apps. The app bar is distinct from the Charms bar and is designed to help users multitask by keeping apps accessible while staying on the desktop. Discussions highlight that many users may not be aware of the app bar's functionality, which could reduce frustration with the Windows 8 UI if utilized properly.

  1. Windows 8 I sometimes wonder...

    I sometimes wonder, especially since Windows 8.1, if people know or realize how or how much things can be maneuvered and manipulated @ or from the Switcher Bar; what I always call(ed) the APP Bar, Top-Left Corner. >> Size & position of 3 items >> Replace 1 of 2 APPs w/ Desktop or vice versa...
    • Drew
    • Thread
    • active apps app bar control customization desktop floating desktop manipulation switcher bar thumbnails user interface windows 8.1
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials

  2. Windows 8 Part of the problem, may be...

    I'm going to suggest that part of the problem w/ people using & understanding Win8 & taking issue w/ the UI may be the following... One does not need to 'dwell' on Start. One can use the familiar Desktop & yet, still, select any desired APPs BUT, let or have those active APPs (say, like...
    • Drew
    • Thread
    • app app bar customer feedback desktop start menu tech support user experience user interface windows 8 windows tips
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. M

    Windows 8 Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 8

    Some of these are new, others are the same keyboard shortcuts we've known for years. Note that "charms" refer to an element of the Metro interface Win + Spacebar : Switch the input language and keyboard layout Win + C : Open the Charms Win + D : Show the desktop Win + E : open Windows Explorer...
    • Mitchell_A
    • Thread
    • app bar charms cycle desktop explorer innovation input keyboard language lock metro narrator run search settings shortcuts tiles user interface windows 8
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support