Start Screen

Start Screen

By default, the Start screen displays in Desktop mode.
Start Screen in Desktop Mode
Start Screen in Desktop Mode
1
Users
Opens user account window, locks screen, or logs user off the device.
2
Documents
Opens documents folder.
3
Pictures
Opens pictures folder.
4
Settings
Opens the
Settings
window.
5
Power
Touch to place the device in sleep mode, shutdown, or restart.
6
Start
Access the Home screen from any window.
7
Search
Search apps, settings, and files on your tablet or perform a web search.
8
Cortana
Opens voice activated search window.
9
Recent applications
Displays all open applications.
10
More settings
Includes Bluetooth, Intel Graphics, and Windows Defender.
11
Battery
Displays current battery status.
12
Network
Opens network settings.
13
Sound
Use to control audio volume level.
14
Windows Ink Workspace
Draws on Microsoft Whiteboard and screenshots with your pen.
15
Keyboard
Opens the virtual keyboard.
16
Action Center
Provides easy access to some frequently used settings and notifications. Touch the icon to open the Action Center. The first row of setting option boxes display and any notifications. Touch Expand to view all setting option boxes.