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The charm menu is a Windows 8 and 8.1 feature accessed by swiping from the right or pressing Windows+C, providing quick access to system functions like Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. In Windows 8.1, users reported issues such as being unable to print from a browser via the charm menu's Devices charm, receiving a message that printing is only available from apps. Additionally, some users found that the Users menu was missing from PC settings when accessed through the charm menu, preventing them from creating or managing user accounts. These problems highlight limitations and bugs in the charm menu's integration with traditional desktop applications and system settings.
  1. Howard Walker

    Windows 8 How do you print from a browser in 8.1

    I have always been able to print from my browser to my network printer. It shows up on the system in my new win8.1 system, but when I try to use CTRL + P to print from Firefox, nothing happens, and its not an option using the context menu. So am I not supposed to print anymore unless I use the...
  2. K

    Windows 8 Unable to Create or Manage User Account in Window 8 64 bit

    First of all i was unable to configure my advanced power options, i.e- create new power plan, choose what power button does or closing lid does? I restored the settings & restarted but couldn't solve it. This is what i get while trying to fix this:- Link Removed Somehow, then i thought of...
    • koool1dude
    • Thread
    • advanced options charm menu control panel management pc configuration power settings troubleshooting windows 8
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. O

    Windows 8 Touch screen and digitizers

    I am running Windows 8 pro on an older tablet and I mainly use a digitizer pen (it does not recognize fingers). I am very surprised by the lack of features using a pen versus using a mouse as I do on my Windows 8 non-touch screen laptop. I also don't typically use a keyboard with my...
    • orlandotek
    • Thread
    • basic functions charm menu compatibility digitizer keyboard metro ui motion computing mouse old hardware pen input regedit run box search function services shortcuts tablet taskbar touchscreen user experience windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support