Windows 8 has come up with many illusions for users. Traditional Window users doesn't feel comfortable with New Metro UI of Windows 8. If you follow some tips & tricks It will be much easier to use Windows 8. It is simple ebook about how to use Windows 8 like a pro user.

1. How to use Windows 8 like a Pro
User
By
Narendra Kumar
Surendra Kumar
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2. Launch & response to Windows 8 RT version
• On October 2012 Windows 8 RT has been publicly available for
users. Although Microsoft tried more innovative within Windows
Metro UI but it failed to be easy to control and use for users. Any
new concept does take time in public acceptance and if that concept
is more complex for users than it takes longer time. Solid empire of
Microsoft since its first version make people force to use Windows 8
in their computer and tablets. On desktop experience it hasn’t
changed special beside its Metro UI screen at startup & some
security measures, but when we see its app store functionality that
isn’t much impressive.

3. What is Difference between Microsoft Surface Windows RT
and Surface Pro?
• Microsoft Surface Windows RT and Windows Pro
have difference in Both Software and Hardware. Let’s
see below what is difference between hardware and in
Surface Windows RT and Surface Windows 8 Pro.

4. Difference in Software
Windows RT
Windows 8 Pro
It is brand new operating system for mobile
devices.
Windows Pro is upgraded version of Windows
Desktop versions.
You can install Apps from Microsoft Store, it
means you will be unable to run Software made
for Windows 7, Vista, XP.
You can install Software compatible with
Windows 7, Vista and XP, Microsoft store apps
will be fully supported by this version.
Limited Apps available on Windows Store.
You can continue with third party windows
applications.
Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013 RT
Preview (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote);
Windows Mail and Messaging; SkyDrive;
Internet Explorer 10; Bing; Xbox Music, Video,
and Games.
Windows Mail and Messaging; SkyDrive;
Internet Explorer 10; Bing; Xbox Music, Video,
and Games.

5. Difference in Hardware
Features
Windows RT
Windows 8 Pro
OS
Windows RT
Windows 8 Pro
Storage
32GB, 64GB and 2GB RAM
64GB, 128GB and 4GB RAM
Display
10.6″ ClearType HD Display
1366×768 pixels
16:9 (widescreen)
5-point multi-touch
10.6″ ClearType Full HD Display
1920 1080 pixels
16:9 (widescreen)
10-point multi-touch
CPU
Quad-core NVIDIA Tegra 3
3rd Gen Intel Core i5 Processor
with Intel HD Graphics 4000
Wireless
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 4.0 technology
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy
technology
Battery
31.5 W-h, 24W power supply
42 W-h, 48W power supply
Camera
Two 720p HD LifeCams, front- and
rear-facing
Two 720p HD LifeCams, front- and
rear-facing with TruColor
Others
Two microphones,
Stereo speakers,
Full-size USB 2.0,
microSDXC card slot,
Headset jack,
HD video out port,
Cover port
Microphone,
Stereo speakers
Full-size USB 3.0
microSDXC card slot
Headset jack
Mini DisplayPort
Cover port

6. Common Tips and tricks - Windows 8
1.
Press window key anytime you get confusion in Windows 8 Metro
UI interface to return to home Screen.
2.
If you ever need to clear app history or other app related setting
change option, simply go PC settings>>General>>App Switching,
Delete History Options.
3.
To search apps in Windows Store, Press any key. It will bring
search option right side on screen. Now type and search for apps
you want to install in device or computer. It will also give you
related suggestions for apps you might looking for.
4.
For better Navigation in Windows app store- Right click in
windows app store to see options (i)Home (ii)Your apps. Click on
a option where you want to navigate.
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5.
Focus on using Keyboard more than mouse in Windows 8 RT version. It
will help you in using Windows 8 like a pro user.
6.
If you want to close Windows store, you can navigate mouse to top side
of screen. There it will change in form of hand, then simply drag the app
to bottom of screen. And it will close Windows Store.
7.
You want to find apps for Windows 8 RT or Pro version? It will be nice to
use Bing rather than Google search engine for this purpose. As Bing is
Microsoft’s own search engine, It will bring you more specific search
results about Windows 8 apps.

8. Windows 8 keyboard shortcuts
Quick Open or Switching between Programs and Desktop
In Windows 8 it is very easy to open or switch desktop and
Apps. If you want start menu just press Windows key on your
keyboard, Press again to switch to desktop (or use windows
key + D). For opening a App quickly just press Windows Key
and start typing App name and press enter.

9. Example:- I want open Google chrome browser on Windows 8
then it is very hard to select app from a lot of apps. So press
windows key and start typing app name “chrome”.

10. App search results showing Google chrome just hit enter Google
chrome is open. It takes maximum 2 second to open App on
windows 8 (Press win key then start typing App name and hit
enter).

11. Other Shortcuts of Windows 8
Press this
To do this
Windows logo key +start typing
Search your PC
Ctrl+plus (+) or Ctrl+minus (-)
Zoom in or out of a large number of items, like apps
pinned to the Start screen
Ctrl+scroll wheel
Zoom in or out of a large number of items, like apps
pinned to the Start screen
Windows logo key +C
Open the charms
Windows logo key +F
Open the Search charm to search files
Windows logo key +H
Open the Share charm
Windows logo key +I
Open the Settings charm
Windows logo key +J
Switch the main app and snapped app

12. Other Shortcuts of Windows 8
Windows logo key +K
Open the Devices charm
Windows logo key +O
Lock the screen orientation (portrait or landscape)
Windows logo key +Q
Open the Search charm to search apps
Windows logo key +W
Open the Search charm to search settings
Windows logo key +Z
Show the commands available in the app
Windows logo key +spacebar
Switch input language and keyboard layout
Windows logo key +Ctrl+spacebar
Change to a previously selected input
Windows logo key +Tab
Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps)
Windows logo key +Ctrl+Tab
Windows logo key +Shift+Tab
Windows logo key +PgUp
Windows logo key +PgDown
Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps) and snap
them as they are cycled
Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps) in
reverse order
Move the Start screen and apps to the monitor on the left
(Apps in the desktop won’t change monitors)
Move the Start screen and apps to the monitor on the
right (apps in the desktop won’t change monitors)
Windows logo key +Shift+period (.)
Snaps an app to the left
Windows logo key +period (.)
Snaps an app to the right

13. Windows 8 apps Installation
• To install apps in windows 8 we need to find that particular
app in Windows store or Windows phone store. And we can
install there in a easy way. It is common process of
installation we see in our Windows interface installations.

14. Closing and Switching Windows 8 Apps
1. Windows 8 close app by dragging app to bottom side
In windows 8 app screen move cursor to highest possible up side, it will change in form of a hand. When it
changes to hand left click and drag it to bottom side. When you do this it will show you app in minimize form.
You need to drag it till bottom of screen to close the app. It is very easy to use option. For touch screen device
simply swipe it in same way up side to bottom to close the app.
2. Windows 8 close app by Old Keyboard shortcut
We all know the common window close shortcut Alt+F4 of previous Windows versions. Simply apply this option
to close any app instantly. No hard things to do in this way, Just you need to follow a repetitive way we have used
in older windows versions.
3. Windows 8 close app by Using Task Manager
Task manager is life saving tool from Windows to close when any particular program hangs computer. To close
app using task manager simple press CTRL + ALT +Delete buttons altogether. When task manager appears to you
simply End task of app which you want to close.
4. Switch between other Applications Use
You can use Alt + Tab to switch other running programs. It is better option when we need quickly to go out of the
interface to other running apps. It is better to switch between app and other programs if we need to return to that
app after a while.
5. Windows 8 close app by App management Options bar
See running apps by moving mouse cursor to slight down top at left side of screen. When you right click on any
active app it will show you close option to close app. This is good way to close app when you have a lot of apps
running in your device. Just select a particular app in app management options bar and close it easily.
You can also switch between apps by moving cursor to very top left side corner of Windows UI.

15. Uninstalling Windows 8 apps
Uninstall software (apps) from control panel
It is traditional way to uninstall any software in Windows. Go to
Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a program. Now select
program you want to uninstall from your computer
Uninstall software (apps) from start menu
Uninstalling from start menu is easiest way to remove software from
windows 8 computer. Go to Start Menu by pressing Windows key.
After that right click on Software (App) you want to uninstall from
your computer than click on Uninstall Below from Options, Follow
uninstalling steps and remove software.
For Touchscreen Users – Uninstall Software on Windows 8
If you’re using a touchscreen device for windows 8, the process is
slightly different as obviously you can’t right click on a touch
screen. All you have to do is simply do a little swipe on the apps tile
that you want to uninstall. Then you’ll be presented with the same
uninstall bar as in the first screenshot above.

16. Wifi Virtual Router making in Windows 8
• First download this Windows App from here.
• After download open this app. It will open like this:-

17. Follow the steps 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
•
Enter Hotspot Name (ex. “myfi”)
Uncheck to show wifi password
Enter password, Atleast 8 character (ex. “12345678”)
Select an adapter to share internet to your hotspot clients (Ex: “Local Area Connections” or
“3G wireless” or “Wireless Network Connection”)
Click start to create a hotspot.
After clicking start your hotspot is started just enjoy your windows 8 sharing
internet on multiple devices.

18. • Note: Sometime it shows enabling wireless adapter
when you click on start. Please click on reload icon
if this problem presents then click start.
• Note:- This will share your connected internet
connection, for example you have data card or direct
metro cable to your windows 8 laptop or desktop.

19. Upcoming Updates and version of Windows 8
Microsoft is going to release its Windows 8 updated version Windows 8.1 on
18th October 2013. This update will be available for existing Windows 8
users to get within 2 years. And Microsoft is planning its newer version
Windows 9 version for users. There are chances of becoming Windows 8 and
later version to popular in coming time if Window brings all in on solution
Software for all kind devices.
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