Category: Windows 8
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Windows 8 or 8.1 – how to change default program for opening files
Another Windows 8/8.1 question from someone who wanted to stop their OS opening PDFs with the default Win8 app and instead use SumatraPDF. Hit the Windows key to bring up the Start screen and type “defaults”. Then select Default App Settings and you’ll be presented with a screen showing a few common file…
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Windows 8 or 8.1: How to lock the computer or login session
Someone asked us how to find the “lock” button on Windows 8 the other day – it’s not under the “power” button, which only provides you with the options of sleep/shutdown/restart. Try this shortcut from anywhere in the OS: Windows Key + L Quick and easy – though not obvious!