Using The Multi-Touch Screen - Lenovo ThinkPad E555 User Manual

I have been using the computer for some time already, and it is getting slower. What should I do?
• Follow the "General tips for preventing problems" on page 79.
• Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software. See "Diagnosing problems"
on page 85.
• Check for recovery solutions in Chapter 9 "Recovery overview" on page 105.
Where can I find help about the Windows operating system?
The Windows Help and Support information system provides you with detailed information about using the
Windows operating system to help you get the most of your computer. To access the Windows Help and
Support information system, do one of the following:
• For Windows 7: Click Start ➙ Help and Support.
• For Windows 8.1: Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display
the charms. Then click Settings ➙ Help. Additionally, the Windows 8.1 operating system provides a
Help+Tips application that you can open from the Start screen or Apps screen.
Can I change the Windows 8.1 startup behavior to open either the desktop or the Start screen?
On the Windows 8.1 operating system, you can set the computer to open either the desktop or the Start
screen by default. To set the default startup screen, do the following:
1. On the desktop, move your pointer to the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and right-click on the
taskbar.
2. Click Properties. The Taskbar and Navigation properties window is displayed.
3. On the Navigation tab, locate the Start screen section, and then do one of the following:
• To set the desktop as your default startup screen, select When I sign in or close all apps on a
screen, go to the desktop instead of Start so a check is visible.
• To set the Start screen as your default startup screen, remove the check from the When I sign in or
close all apps on a screen, go to the desktop instead of Start checkbox.
4. Click OK to save the new setting.
This feature is not available on the Windows 8 operating system.
Print the following sections and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this
online help when necessary.
• "Installing a new operating system" on page 63
• "Computer stops responding" on page 85
• "Power problems" on page 99

Using the multi-touch screen

This topic provides instructions on how to use the multi-touch screen that is available on some models.
Notes:
• Your computer screen might look different from the following illustrations.
• Depending on the app you use, some gestures might not be available.
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