Start Screen
Start Screen

Start Screen

By default, the Start screen displays in Desktop mode.
Start Screen in Desktop Mode
Start Screen in Desktop Mode
1
Know Your Tablet
Provides detailed information on the tablet.
2
Apps Menu
Lists the installed applications on the tablet.
3
Widgets
Opens the widget container that displays text and graphics associated with an app installed on the device.
4
Users
Opens the user account window, locks the screen, or logs the user off the device.
5
Start
Access the Home screen from any window.
6
Search
Search apps, settings, and files on your tablet or perform a web search.
7
Task View
Allows you to add virtual desktops. You can manage the view of your virtual desktop and move applications to different desktops, show windows on all desktops, or close pages on a selected desktop.
8
Chat
Opens the Chat app that allows you to stay connected.
9
Documents
Opens documents folder.
10
Edge
Opens the Edge browser for accessing the internet.
11
Microsoft Store
Opens the Microsoft Store to purchase and install applications.
12
Camera
Opens the camera application.
13
Power
Touch to place the device in sleep mode, shut down or restart.
14
Hidden icons
Opens other task icons not visible in the task tray.
15
Keyboard
Opens the virtual keyboard.
16
Network
Opens network settings.
17
Sound
Use to control audio volume level.
18
Battery
Displays current battery status.
19
Notifications
Displays various application and system notifications.