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Windows 8 - can't find Applications in Windows Explorer

Pineman100
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Posted November 27, 2012 at 4:40PM

I'm just getting to know Windows 8 on my new computer. I've installed a fairly old software package (it reported successful installation) that doesn't automatically put a shortcut on the desktop, so I've been trying to find the package on my computer, in order to do so.

But there's no "All Programs" list on the metro screen and I can't find a folder of Applications in Windows Explorer. How do I get to see a list of my installed applications?

All advice gratefully received.

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rdave13

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Posted November 27, 2012 at 5:04PM

In the start screen right click a blank space and select and select 'all apps'.

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Pineman100

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Posted November 27, 2012 at 6:58PM

Hi rdave13. It works! Thanks a million!

I think I have a steep learning curve in front of me...

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rdave13

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Posted November 27, 2012 at 7:02PM

Pineman100, I think it's a great OS. Once you get into the habit of the corners and right clicking when nothing is obvious :) I've even managed to get the apps to install on another drive rather than filling up my small SSD.

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Pineman100

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Posted November 27, 2012 at 7:10PM

I'll keep plugging away at it, rdave13!

Thanks again.

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