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The Windows 10 Interface
Upon logging into your Computer, you will be taken to the computer's Desktop. The Desktop layout is as follows:
Desktop Shortcuts - Shortcuts to files, folders, and the Recycle Bin
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The Taskbar - Like in previous versions of Windows, the taskbar provides access to the Start Menu, shortcuts to

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programs, as well as volume and date/time control
The Start Button - Found on the bottom left of your screen, the Start button allows you to access computer
programs and configuration options such as Windows Settings
Windows Search - Allows you to search for progams, folders, and files

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The Windows 10 Interface
Task View - A new feature in Windows 10 that gives you access to a task switcher tool as well as a Virtual Desktop
File Explorer - Formerly known as Windows Explorer, File Explorer is a file manager application that allows you to
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access files and folders on the computer

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Taskbar Programs - Provides quick access to open or pinned programs
Volume Adjustment - Allows you to adjust the computer's volume
Date/Time - Access the Date/Time options

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Opening Programs
1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the letter A, located on the program list.
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3. A list of letters will appear. Click W to be taken to those programs that begin with the letter 'W.

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4. Click Word

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Searching for Programs
Alternatively, you can search for a program by typing the program name after clicking the Start button.
The following explains how to search for a program in Windows 10:
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1. Click the Start button.

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2. Begin to type the name of the program that you wish to open. For example, «Word»
3. A list of programs will appear. Click Word.

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Saving Documents
When you are working with a document in a program, such as Microsoft Word, you should save frequently as to
avoid losing data unexpectedly due to power failure or other problems. You can save your documents to either the
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computer's local hard drive or an external USB drive.

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Saving to the Hard Drive
The following explains how to save to your hard drive:
1. In Microsoft Word, click the File tab.
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2. Click Save.

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3. The Save As dialog box appears. Select the location to save the file to
4. In the File Name field, type the name of your document
5. Click Save

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Saving to an External Drive
1. Locate the USB Port on your computer and connect your USB Storage Device.
2. In Microsoft Word, click the File tab.
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3. Click Save As.

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4. The Save As screen appears. Click Browse.
5. The Save As window appears. Click the external drive that you wish to save to
6. In the file name field, type the name of your document
7. Click Save

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Removing External Drives
Before unplugging a storage device, such as a USB flash drive or external hard drive, make sure that the computer
has completed saving, any files saved on the device or closed, and if the device(s) has an activity light, wait a few
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seconds after the light has finished flashing before unplugging it.

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1. Locate the USB icon located on the right side of the taskbar.
2. Click the USB icon. The Eject Device window will be displayed.
3. Click the Eject option located next to the USB device you wish to disconnect.
4. Your device will be disconnected. Remove your USB device from the computer.

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Printing
1. Click the File tab.
2. Click Print.
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3. The Print Options and Print Preview screen appears. In the Copies field, set the number of copies you wish

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to print
4. Select your preferred printer under the Printer field
5. To select a specific page range to print, use the Pages field
6. You may also set additional print options such as the number of sides, orientation, paper type, margins, etc.
7. Click Print. Your document will be printed

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The Windows Taskbar
The Taskbar is located along the bottom frame of your monitor. With it, you can access the Start button, view
running programs, and view the date/time and volume adjustment features.
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1. Click and hold the program that you wish to move.

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2. Drag the program to a different location on the taskbar.
3. Drop the program by releasing the mouse.

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Pinning a Program to the Taskbar
You may pin programs to the taskbar. In doing so, these programs will remain on the taskbar even when they are not
open. The following explains how to pin programs to the taskbar:
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1. Click the Start button
2. Navigate to the program that you wish to pin to the taskbar
3. Right-click the program that you wish to pin to the taskbar
4. Click the More button
5. Click Pin to Taskbar

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Removing a Program from the Taskbar
You may also remove programs from the taskbar if so desired. The following explains how to do so:
1. Click the Start button.
2. Right-click the program that you wish to remove from the taskbar
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3. Click Unpin from Taskbar

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Date Time – Viewing - Adjusting
You may also access the Date/Time tool on the taskbar as you would in Windows 7. Here, you can quickly view a
calendar as well as adjust the date/time.
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1. Click Date/Time, located on the bottom right corner of the taskbar.

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2. The Date/Time window will appear.
3. Right-click the Date/Time, located on the bottom right corner of the taskbar.
4. Click Adjust Date/Time.
5. The Date/Time window will open.

Note: Some Date/Time settings are managed by the system administrator.

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Adjusting Volume
The Volume Adjustment icon is located on the bottom right corner of the taskbar. By clicking on the icon, you will
have the ability to adjust the computer's volume by dragging the lever to the left or right.
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Personalizing the Desktop

You have the ability to customize your desktop. For example, you can add shortcuts, create folders, change
your desktop background, and change your screensaver if so desired.
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Adding Shortcuts

1. Click the Start button.

2. Navigate to and right-click the program that you wish to create a shortcut for
3. Click More
4. Click Open File Location
5. The file location window will appear. Right-click the program icon
6. Click Create Shortcut
7. The Shortcut pop-up will appear, asking if you wish to place the shortcut on the desktop. Click Yes.
8. Your shortcut will be added to the desktop.

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Personalizing the Desktop

You have the ability to customize your desktop. For example, you can add shortcuts, create folders, change
your desktop background, and change your screensaver if so desired.
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Deleting Shortcuts
1. On the desktop, right-click the shortcut that you wish to remove.
2. Click Delete.
3. If you are deleting a shortcut for a program that originally came on the desktop, you will be prompted to provide
administrator permission to delete the file. Click Continue.
4. The Delete Shortcut window will appear. Click Yes to confirm deletion of the shortcut.
5. Your shortcut will be removed.

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Creating Folders on the Desktop
1. Right-click the desktop.
2. Select the New icon.
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3. Click Folder.

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4. A new folder will appear on the desktop. Enter your preferred name for the folder and press the Enter key.

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Change the Desktop Background
1. Right-click the desktop.
2. Click Personalize in the window that appears.
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3. You will be taken to the Personalize Desktop window. Here, you may toggle the type of desktop background in

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the Background drop-down. If you wish to select a different picture, you can choose from the Choose your
picture fields.
4. Your desktop background will be changed. Click X to close the window.

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Changing Your Screen Saver
Windows comes with several screen savers. These screen savers may appear when your computer goes idle. The
following explains how to change your screensaver in Windows 10:
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1. Right-click the desktop.
2. Click Personalize in the window that appears.
3. In the Settings window, click Lock Screen.
4. Click Screen saver settings, located at the bottom of the window.
5. The Screen Saver Settings window appears. From here, you may select your preferred screen saver and set the
amount of time that your screen saver appears after being idle.
6. Click Apply to apply your settings.
7. Click OK.
8. Click the Close button to close the window.

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Changing Screen Resolution
Windows chooses the best display settings, including screen resolution, refresh rate, and color, based on your
monitor. The following explains how to adjust the screen resolution in Windows 10:
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1. Right-click the desktop.
2. Click Display Settings.
3. You will be taken to the Customize your display window. Click Advanced display settings for additional display
settings.
4. To adjust the screen resolution, select the resolution from the Resolution drop-down menu
5. Click Apply
6. To keep the changes, click Keep Changes.
7. Click Close to close the window

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Managing Files and Folders
Windows 10 provides a variety of options when working with files and folders. The following sections provides
insight on working with and managing files and folders in Windows 10:
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Searching for Programs and Files from the Start Menu
You may quickly access programs, files and/or folders from your Start Menu. The following explains how to do so:

1. Click the Start button.

2. Begin typing the name of the program, file, or folder that you wish to open.
3. Your search results will appear. Click the program, file, or folder that you wish to open.

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Managing Files and Folders
Windows 10 provides a variety of options when working with files and folders. The following sections provides
insight on working with and managing files and folders in Windows 10:
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Searching for files from Windows Explorer
You may also search for files and folders from Windows Explorer. The following explains how to do so:

1. Click the Windows Explorer icon, located on the Windows Taskbar.

2. The File Explorer will appear. Click This PC to search for files located on your PC.
3. In Search This PC, type the name of the file or folder that you wish to find.
4. A list of files and folders matching your search terms will appear. Double-click the file or folder that you would
like to open.

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Moving Files and Folders
Windows 10 allows you to move your files and folders from one location to another. The following explains how to
do so:
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1. Navigate to the file or folder that you wish to move.
2. Right-click the file or folder you wish to move.
3. Click Cut.
4. Navigate to the folder location that you wish to move your file or folder to.
5. Right-click inside the folder and click Paste.

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Copying Files and Folders
Windows 10 allows you to copy your files and folders from one location to another. The following explains how to do
so:
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1. Navigate to the file or folder that you wish to move.
2. Right-click the file or folder you wish to move.
3. Click Copy.
4. Navigate to the folder location that you wish to move your file or folder to.
5. Right-click inside the folder and click Paste.

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Renaming Files and Folders
There may be times in which you will need to rename your files and folders. For example, you may require multiple
versions of a file or folder and need to differentiate between the versions:
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1. Navigate to the file or folder that you wish to rename.
2. Right-click the file or folder that you wish to rename.
3. Click Rename.
4. Type the new name of the file or folder.
5. Press Enter on your keyboard when you are done.

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Deleting Files or Folders
The following explains how to delete files or folders from your computer:
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1. Navigate to and click the file or folder that you wish to delete.

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2. Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
3. On your Desktop, double-click the Recycle Bin.
4. Right-click anywhere in the Recycle Bin.
5. Click Empty Recycle Bin to completely delete the file or folder from your computer.

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Restoring Deleted Files or Folders
If you have not emptied your Recycle Bin, you may restore your deleted files to their original file location. The
following explains how to do so:
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1. Double-click to open the Recycle Bin.
2. Right-click the file or folder that you wish to restore
3. Click Restore. Your file will be restored to its original location

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Libraries
Libraries are user-defined collections of folders that are logical representations of user content. By including folders
in Libraries, you are telling Windows where important data is located. Furthermore, these libraries provide a quick
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and easy way to organize your important data. To access libraries:

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1. From the Taskbar, click the Windows Explorer button.
2. The File Explorer window will appear. Your libraries will appear on the left-hand menu and include the Desktop,
Downloads, Documents, and Pictures.

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Preview Pane
When viewing files in File Explorer, you now have the ability to preview a file before opening it. When you click on a
file, a preview will appear on the right-hand side of the window.
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Changing Views

The View is useful when you need to see information such as size, format, and author quickly when browsing
through files. These views include: Content, Tiles, Details, List, Small Icons, Medium Icons, Large Icons, Extra Large
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Icons. To change the view:

1. In File Explorer, click View, located on the top menu bar.

2. The View toolbar appears. Here, you have the following views:
a) Extra-large icons - View extra-large icons for files and folders.
b) Medium icons - View medium size icons for files and folders.
c) List - View files and folders in list format.
d) Large icons - View files and folders as a large icon in File Explorer.
e) Small icons - View files and folders as a small icon in File Explorer.
f) Details - View files and folders as well as assorted details.

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Windows Settings

The Windows Settings application is a new feature that allows you to view and make changes to computer settings
such as uninstalling applications, setting power options, viewing hard drive space, and accessing Ease of
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Access/Accessibility options. To access the Windows Settings page:

1. Click the Start button.

2. Click the Settings icon.

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Windows Settings

3. You will be taken to the Windows Settings application. The layout for Windows Settings is as follows:
a) System - Access system settings
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b) Devices - Add and manage external devices such as printers
c) Network & Internet - Manage network and internet settings
d) Personalization - Personalize your desktop by changing your desktop appearance, apply themes, change
the lock screen, etc.
e) Accounts - View information about your user account on the computer
f) Time & language - View/manage your timezone and language options
g) Ease of Access - View and manage computer accessibility options
h) Privacy - View computer privacy options
i) Update & security - View windows update status and backup/recovery options. It is important to note that
Windows Updates for University machines are managed by UITS

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Uninstalling Applications
If you wish to uninstall an application, you can do so via the Windows Settings application.
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1. Click the Start button.

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2. Click the Settings icon.
3. In Windows Settings, click System.
4. You will be taken to System Settings. Click Apps & features.
5. A list of programs will appear. Click the program that you wish to remove.
6. Click Uninstall.
7. Click Uninstall in the confirmation window that appears.
8. The program will be removed from the computer. Click Home to return to the Windows Settings page.

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Setting Default Applications
The Windows Settings application allows you to set default applications for photos, music, video, and the Internet.
The following explains how to set a default application in Windows 10:
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. In Windows Settings, click System.
4. You will be taken to System Settings. Click Default apps.
5. You will be taken to the Default apps window. Click on an application that you wish to set the default for.
6. The Choose an app window will appear. Select your preferred default application.
7. If the «Before You Switch» window appears, click Switch anyway

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Viewing Hard Drive Space
If you wish to view the amount of space available on your hard drive, you may do so via the Windows
Setting application:
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. In Windows Settings, click System.
4. You will be taken to System Settings. Click Storage.
5. You will be taken to the Storage window. Here you may view the available storage space on your hard drive. To
view additional information about hard drive space allocation, click on the drive you wish to view more
information about
6. You will be taken to the Storage usage window. Here you can view a breakdown of hard drive allocation. Click the
Settings icon to return to the Windows Settings page

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Changing Default Save Locations
You have the ability to change the default save location on your machine. For example, if you wish to save to an
external hard drive by default, you set Windows 10 to save to that location. The following explains how to do so:
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Click Settings.
3. In Windows Settings, click System.
4. The System Settings window appears. Click Storage.
5. You will be taken to the Storage window. Here you can view your Hard Drive storage space under the Storage
section as well as change the save location under the Save Locations section. Set your preferred save locations
under each Save Location drop-down.
6. Click Home to return to the Windows Settings screen.

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Accessing the Control Panel
If you prefer to utilize the Windows 7 style Control Panel, you have the ability to do so. The following explains how to
access the Control Panel:
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Type Control Panel on your keyboard.
3. Control Panel will appear in the search results. Click Control Panel.
4. The Control Panel will appear.

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Windows Snapping
Window-Snapping, which was introduced in Windows 7, is a very convenient feature allowing you to "snap" a
window to one side of your screen by dragging it to one of the edges of the monitor. In Windows 10, this feature has
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quarter of the screen. Furthermore, you have the ability to select windows to add to your screen.

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Snapping a Window to take up Half of the Screen
The following explains how to use Windows Snapping to take up half of your screen:
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1. In the window that you wish to snap, click anywhere on the window title bar.

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2. Drag your window to the left or right edge of your screen
3. When your mouse cursor reaches the edge of the screen, an overlay will appear, indicating where the window
will be placed
4. The Snap Assist screen with available windows will appear, allowing you to select a window to place in the open
portion of your screen. Click on a window to add it to the open portion of your screen.

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Snapping a Window to take up a Quarter of a Screen
You can also use the Windows Snapping feature to fill only a quarter of your screen. The following explains how to
do so:
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1. In the window that you wish to snap, click anywhere on the window title bar.
2. Drag your window to any of the corners of your screen
3. When your mouse cursor reaches the corner, an overlay will appear, indicating where the window will be placed.
4. Repeat steps 1 - 3 for any additional open windows.

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Disable Snap-Assist
The Snap-Assist feature allows you to select open windows to add to an unoccupied area of your screen when using
Windows Snapping. However, you have the option of disabling this feature in the event that you do not wish to be
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prompted to select a window to add to the empty area of the screen. The following explains how to disable Snap-

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Assist:

1. Click the Start button.

2. Click the Settings icon.
3. The Windows Settings window will appear. Click System.
4. You will be taken to the System Settings window. Click Multitasking.
5. The Windows Snap options will appear. Click On, located under the When I snap a window, show what I can snap
next to it feature.
6. The lever will be switched to Off

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Task View and Virtual Desktop

Using the Task View

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One new feature in Windows 10 is the Task View. When clicking the Task View button, located on the Taskbar, you

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will be taken to a screen showing all of your open windows. This provides a very quick way to switch between a
specific program or document and is especially helpful when you have a number of windows open at once. To access
the Task View:

1. On the Taskbar, click the Task View icon.

2. A screen with all of your currently open windows will appear. Click the window that you wish to display on your
screen.

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Task View and Virtual Desktop

Using Virtual Desktop

With the Task View, you also have access to a virtual desktop that allows you to spread out multiple projects and
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tasks across separate desktops. When you need to jump from one task to another, you can switch your desktops
using the Task View Virtual Desktop.
1. To begin, click the Task View button, located on the Taskbar.
2. You will be taken to a screen with all of the currently open programs. To start a Virtual Desktop, click New
Desktop.
3. Click Desktop 2 to open the new desktop.
4. You will be taken to the new desktop. To switch between desktops:
a) Click the Task View button, located on the Taskbar.
b) Click Desktop 1.
5. To close a Virtual Desktop:
a) Click the Task View button, located on the Taskbar.
b) Hover over the desktop you wish to close and click the Close button.
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Ease of Access
Windows 10 provides a variety of accessibility tools that makes it easier to see, hear, and use your computer. With
the Ease of Access center, you have a centralized place to locate accessibility settings. To access the Ease of Access
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. In the Windows Settings window, click Ease of Access.
4. You will be taken to the Ease of Access center.

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The Magnifier
The magnifier enlarges different parts of the screen. This is useful for viewing objects that are difficult to see, and for
seeing the whole screen more easily. There are three modes when using the Magnifier.
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a) Full-Screen mode - In full-screen mode, your entire screen is magnified. You can then have the Magnifier
follow the mouse pointer.
b) Lens mode - In lens mode, the area around the mouse pointer is magnified. When you move the mouse
pointer, the area of the screen that's magnified moves along with it.
c) Docked mode - In docked mode, only a portion of the screen is magnified, leaving the rest of your desktop
in a normal state. You can then control which area of the screen is magnified.

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The Magnifier – how to use

1. From the Ease of Access center, click Magnifier.

2. You will be taken to the Magnifier window. Here, you may:
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a) Turn on the Magnifier
b) Invert the colors of your screen when the Magnifier is enabled
c) Have the Magnifier start automatically
d) Enable the magnifier to follow the mouse cursor
e) Enable the magnifier to follow the keyboard focus
f) Have the Magnifier follow the text insertion point
3. To turn on the magnifier, click the Magnifier button.
4. Your screen will be magnified and the Magnifier tool bar will appear.
5. To adjust the zoom magnification, use the - or + buttons.
6. Click the Views drop-down to see a list of available views.
7. To turn off the magnifier, click the Magnifier button, located in the Windows Settings window.

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Mouse Options

The Ease of Access center provides tools to make the mouse more accessible. Here, you can change your primary
mouse button, the mouse pointer size and color, and change your scroll wheel settings.
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Changing Your Primary Mouse Buttons
In Windows 10, you have the ability to change your primary mouse button. In other words, you may switch so that
the right mouse button is your primary click. The following explains how to switch your primary mouse buttons:
1. Click the Start button.
2. Click Settings.
3. The Windows Settings window appears. Click Devices.
4. In the Devices panel, click Mouse & touchpad.
5. The Mouse option appears. In the Select your primary button drop-down, select your preferred primary mouse
button
6. Click Close to close your window.
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Mouse Options

Adjusting Mouse Pointer Size and Color

You may also adjust the size of the mouse pointer as well as its color. This allows you to make it easier to see your
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mouse pointer, thus improving the computer's accessibility. The following explains how to adjust the computer's
mouse pointer size and color:
1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. The Windows Settings window appears. Click Ease of Access.
4. The Ease of Access window appears. Click Mouse in the Ease of Access side panel.
5. Select your preferred mouse pointer size and mouse pointer color.
6. Click Close to close your window.

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Mouse Options

Changing your Scroll Wheel Settings

Changing the scroll wheel settings allows you to adjust the amount that your screen scrolls when using the scroll
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wheel. The following explains how to access and adjust the scroll wheel settings:
1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. The Windows Settings window appears. Click Devices.
4. Click Mouse & touchpad.
5. The Mouse options will appear. Here, you may:
a) Change your primary mouse button
b) Indicate whether you wish to scroll multiple lines at a time
c) Choose how many lines to scroll each time
d) Enable scrolling of inactive windows when hovering over them
e) View additional options such as ClickLock, Double-Click Speed, and advanced pointer options

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Keyboard Options
The Ease of Access center provides a variety of options that make can make your keyboard much more accessible.
The following explains how to access keyboard options in the Ease of Access center:
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. Click Ease of Access.
4. Click Keyboard to access the various keyboard options.
5. You will be taken to your keyboard options.

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Adding an International Keyboard
1. Click the Start button.
2. Click the Settings icon.
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3. Click Time & language.

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4. Click Region & Language.
5. Click Add a language.
6. Click the language that you wish to add to the keyboard layout.
7. If prompted, click the most appropriate language to add to the keyboard layout.
8. You will be taken back to the Languages page. Click the language that you wish to add to the keyboard layout.
9. Click Set as Default if you wish to set the keyboard as the default keyboard.
10. Click Close to close the window.

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WINDOWS 10 BASICS
The High Contrast Feature
High Contrast themes is a useful tool that allows you to heighten the color contrast of text, windows border, and
images on the screen. This makes your computer more visible and easier to read and identify.
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1. Click the Start button.
2. Click Settings.
3. The Windows Settings window appears. Click Ease of Access.
4. Click High Contrast, located in the Ease of Access panel.
5. Select your preferred high contrast theme from the Choose a Theme drop-down.
6. Click Apply.

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WINDOWS 10 BASICS
Windows Narrator

The Narrator reads text on your PC screen aloud and describes events such as notifications or calendar
appointments so you can use your PC without a display. The following explains how to enable the Narrator:
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1. Navigate to the Ease of Access center in Windows Settings.
2. Click Narrator.
3. To enable the Narrator, click Narrator Off. The Narrator will be turned on and will begin narrating on your
computer.
4. Under the Voice section, you can:
a) Change the Narrator Voice
b) Adjust the narrator Speed
c) Adjust the narrator's Pitch

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Windows Narrator

5. The Sounds you hear section allows you:

a) Enable Read hints for controls and buttons
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b) Enable sounds for Characters that you type
c) Enable sounds for the Words you type
d) Lower the volume of other apps when the Narrator is running
e) Enable audio cues

6. The Cursor and keys section allows you to:

a) Highlight the cursor
b) Have the insertion point follow the Narrator
c) Activate keys on a touch keyboard when lifting fingers off the keyboard
7. To disable the Narrator, click Narrator On. The Narrator will be turned off.

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Windows Tools

The Snipping Tool

The Snipping Tool captures a screen shot of anything on your desktop, like a picture or a section of webpage. Snip a
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whole window, a rectangular section of the screen, or draw a freehand outline with your mouse or tablet pen (or
your finger, if you are using a PC with a touchscreen). Then you can annotate, save, or e-mail the image using
buttons right in the Snipping Tool window.

1. Click the Start button.

2. Type Snipping Tool in the keyboard.
3. From the search results, click Snipping Tool.

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Windows Tools

The Snipping Tool

4. From the Snipping Tool window, click the New drop-down arrow.
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5. Select the option that you wish to use. These options include:
a) Free-form Snip - Draw a capture area on your screen
b) Rectangular Snip - Draw a rectangular capture area on your screen
c) Window Snip - Capture an open window on your screen
d) Full-screen Snip - Capture the entire screen

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Computer Security
Locking the Computer
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When you step away from your computer, it is critical that you keep the machine secure by locking it. The following

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explains how to lock your computer:

1. Using your keyboard, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete.

2. Click Lock.
3. Your computer will be locked. To unlock your computer, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete.
4. Enter your NetID password and press Enter on your keyboard. Your computer will be unlocked.

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Computer Security
Signing Out of the Computer
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The following explains how to sign out of your computer:

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1. Using your keyboard, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete.
2. Click Lock.
3. Click Sign Out. You will be signed out of the computer.

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Computer Security
Shutting Down the Computer
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To shut down the computer:

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1. Click the Start button on the Taskbar.
2. Click the Power icon.
3. Click Shut down.

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Computer Security
Placing Your Computer into Sleep Mode
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If you are going home for the evening, you may place your computer to sleep as opposed to completely shutting it

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down. The following explains how to place your computer to sleep:

1. Click the Start button on the Taskbar.

2. Click the Power icon.
3. Click Sleep.

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