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Lock Screen Customizer for Windows 8.1 and Windows 8

Lock Screen Customizer is a new software by Winaero. It allows you to tweak and extend
the options of the Lock Screen in Windows 8. It has nice UI with live preview of the changes you made:

Windows 8.1 users, a new version 1.0.0.1 for you is ready. Check it out below!

It allows you to change the following options of the Lock Screen:

How to move Libraries above This PC in Windows 8.1

If you compare Windows File Explorer in Windows 8 vs Windows 8.1, you will notice the following change: 'Computer' is renamed to 'This PC' and 'Libraries', which were above the Computer folder in Windows 8, are now below 'This PC'. Many users are not happy with this rearrangement, they consider it uncomfortable for daily usage of Libraries. Let's fix it in a moment!

Fix: Broken Google search results in Internet Explorer 11

Today, many users faced a problem with Google search when using Internet Explorer 11. The search results appear completely broken and aligned to the left in a narrow column. Luckily, we have figured out what is the cause of the issue and how to fix it!

FIX: Upgrade from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 fails

If you are a Windows 8 user, you probably noticed the notification about upgrading to Windows 8.1 for free. You can upgrade in-place via the Windows Store.

However, the update might fail for some users. Here's what you have to do if you are affected by this issue.

How to create a shortcut to open Lock Screen settings in Windows 8.1

Here is yet another handy tip from Winaero. We're trying to save your time and improve the usability of Windows 8.1 for you, and today we will exclusively share with you how to create a shortcut which allows you to open the Lock Screen settings directly, with a single click. This can be extremely useful if you want to set up a Lock Screen slideshow or want to change the Lock Screen background image quickly.

Windows 8.1 system requirements and new features

Today is the day of the official release of Windows 8.1, you would have probably noticed that - the web is abuzz with all kinds of information related to the new OS. All Windows 8 users will be able to install it via the the built-in Store app. That's a very convenient way of distribution, definitely. If you are curious what the system requirements are for Windows 8.1, read this article. As a bonus, I'll post for you links to the evaluation versions of Windows 8.1 RTM.

Exclusive: Open the Start Screen personalization with a single click

Today I will share with you a nice exclusive tip. I have discovered a hidden secret feature of Windows 8.1 which allows you to open the Start Screen personalization options with one click. As you may have seen from first hand experience, opening the Start Screen personalization requires several steps. You must switch to the Start Screen, then open the Charms and click "Personalize". This involves too many clicks and if you frequently need to change personalization settings, it can get tedious. From now on, you will be able to create a special shortcut anywhere you want, e.g. right on your Desktop! Let's explore this useful feature.

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