So you are looking for with the help of Windows task bar
It could not be easier. Follow these steps:
- Press the key with the Windows Logo.
- You start typing and you type in your search term.
- Select the right category in which you want to search: Apps, settings or files.
Finding instead of searching - Faster to the destination via a shortcut
Alternatively, you can use the following three keyboard shortcuts to get even faster to your destination:
- Windows Logo key + F search for files.
- Windows Logo key + Q searches Apps.
- Windows Logo key + W allows you to in the search settings.
For even faster Work: New keyboard shortcuts for Windows 8 and Windows RT
The manual refers to Windows 8 Pro. Steps one and two work under Windows 7.
