How Do I Unlock My Computer; How Do I Personalize My Computer - Acer TravelMate P645-M User Manual

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Frequently asked questions
What are 'live tiles?'
Live tiles are similar to thumbnails of the apps that will be updated with new
content whenever you're connected to the Internet. So, for example, you can
view weather or stock updates without needing to open the app.

How do I unlock my computer?

Press the any key and click on a user account icon to unlock the computer. If
your account has a password set, you will need to enter the password to
continue.

How do I personalize my computer?

You can personalize Start with a different background image or by arranging
the tiles to suit your personal needs.
To change the background, press the Windows key + <C> and click Settings
> Change PC settings > Personalize. Click Start screen at the top of the
page and select a color and image.
How do I move tiles?
Click and hold a tile to select it, then drag it to the place on Start that you want
it to appear. Other tiles will be moved to accommodate the tile in its new
location.
Can I make tiles bigger or smaller?
Right-click on a tile, then select Smaller or Larger from the menu that appears
at the bottom of the screen.
How do I personalize the Lock screen?
You can personalize the lock screen with a different image or to show you
quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs.
To change the background, press the Windows key + <C> and click Settings
> Change PC settings > Personalize. Click Lock screen at the top of the
page and select the image and apps you would like to see on the lock screen.
So, how do I close an app?
Move the cursor to the top of the screen and click and drag the window
downwards to close the app.
You can close apps from the thumbnails on the left-hand edge of the screen
by right-clicking on a thumbnail and selecting Close.