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Touch Shortcuts for
Windows 8
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OBJECTIVE

The computing world sure has changed since the days of dir c:\windows. The mouse and the keyboard are slowly being replaced by the touch screen with its taps, squeezes, flicks and swipes. As we change the way we interact with our devices and data, we need the systems that run our devices to keep up. Microsoft is doing just that with Windows 8.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • A touch compatible PC running Windows 8

PROCEDURE

One of the coolest feature about Windows 8 is that it is optimized for touch. This brings your capability for interactivity to a whole new level. Check out the video below for a quick summary.

Touch shortcuts:
  • Opening Apps - From the Start Screen, tap the app tile
  • Options for Apps - Press and hold the item on the screen, similar to right clicking
  • Pan across the screen - Simply slide your finger to drag the screen to pan it
  • Slide and Select - A short downward slide allows you to select an item
  • Zooming in and out - Pinch together, or stretch your fingers apart to zoom in and out on items
  • App Commands Menu - Swipe from the bottom or top edge of the screen to display the app commands menu
  • Charms bar and system settings - Swipe from the right edge of the screen to display the charms bar, where system and application settings can be accessed
  • Previously used Apps - Swipe from the left to see previously opened apps
  • Closing an App - To close an application swipe from the top area of the screen to the bottom edge

 

Watch The 2 Minute Miracle
Watch and learn some of the new features of Windows 8

 

NEED MORE HELP?

 
Windows 8 offers a lot of new ways of interacting with your computer. If you have questions, Geek Squad Agents are always standing by! Reach out to us on Twitter, or Chat With an Agent today!
 
As always, you can find Geek Squad Agents at your nearest Geek Squad Precinct, on the phone at 1-800-GeekSquad, or standing by to chat online 24/7/365.