We would like to give you a brief overview of the features of the Windows 7 operating system. Microsoft has added and improved several features such as new themes, graphic effects, and taskbar features.
In this tutorial we will look at Aero function, let's study and find out how to set up Desktop.
If you used earlier versions of Windows, then I hasten to please you - everything is the same in Windows 7. There are no major changes in this version, all the same familiar functions, desktop, etc. The design is certainly more attractive. But if you are new to Windows, then you need to know about some basics like Taskbar, Start Menu, etc.
1) Cart: When you delete a file, it is moved to the Recycle Bin. You can restore files from the Recycle Bin. And to delete a file completely, you need to delete it from the trash.
2) Folders on the desktop: You can store folders, files or shortcuts on your desktop.
3) Open folders: Double-clicking opens the folder in Explorer.
4) Background: Desktop background. You can use your photos as your desktop background, or you can choose one of the built-in images.
5) Start button: Click the Start button to open a menu that allows you to access applications, files, and settings. Also, the Start menu is used to turn on/off. computer.
6) Icons on the taskbar: Some programs will have icons on the taskbar for quick access.
7) Taskbar: The taskbar contains the Start menu, quick access, date and time. When you open a program or file, it will appear on the taskbar and you can easily switch between open programs.
8) Date and time: The right side of the taskbar shows the current date and time. There are also various settings such as audio volume, internet settings, etc.
Aero function
Windows 7 uses a group of features called Windows Aero. Aero is a visual desktop that combines translucent windows, attractive colors and graphic effects with user-friendly functionality. Aero includes Peek, Snake and Flip.
Snap
The Snap feature allows you to resize open windows. The images below show two windows, before and after using the Snap feature.
- Drag the window to the left or right side of the screen until a transparent window appears, then lower the window.
- Your windows should fall into place.
Peek
The Peek feature allows you to view open windows in the taskbar as thumbnails. Just hover your mouse over the icons of open programs on the taskbar and thumbnails of open windows will appear.
- Hover your mouse over the open window icon in the taskbar and a thumbnail of the window will appear. Now hover over the thumbnail and the full window will appear.
- Click on the thumbnail to open the window or click on the "X" button to close the window.
Snake
When your desktop is cluttered with open windows, you can use the Snake feature to keep one window open and minimize all the others.
- Press the top of the window, hold the window, shake. All other windows will disappear except the one you were holding.
- Shake the window again and all closed windows will reappear.
Flip
Flip and Flip 3d functions - 2 ways to view thumbnails of all open windows at once. When using Flip, thumbnails of all windows in a row will appear, and Flip 3d will display all windows in a stack.
- Hold down the Alt key and press the Tab key.
- While holding down the Alt key, press the Tab key to switch between windows.
- Stop at the window you want to open and it will appear in full screen.
Flip 3d (3d version of the Flip function)
- Press and hold the Windows (Start) button on your keyboard, and then press the Tab key.
- Use the Tab key to scroll through all open windows.
Instead of holding down the Windows key, you can press Ctrl+Windows and press Tab to keep Flip 3D open.
Features of the Taskbar
Microsoft has improved the taskbar. It has become very convenient for viewing and accessing files and windows.
View tasks
When you open several windows of the same type, for example, the same browser is opened several times, the icons in the taskbar will look like the picture.
- Aero Peek will show you all windows when you hover over an icon on the taskbar.
- If you want, you can change the order of the icons by simply dragging and dropping.
Pin a program to the taskbar
You can pin programs to the taskbar. This is done in order to have quick access to them.
- To pin a program, drag it to the taskbar.
- And to remove a program from quick access, simply right-click on the icon and select “Remove program from taskbar”
1) Hidden icons: Click to view additional settings and icons.
2) Action Center: View important notifications. A red cross will appear on the icon if there are notifications.
3) Internet access icon.
4) Adjust the sound volume.
5) "Collapse all windows" button
You can easily minimize all windows with one click.
Personalize your desktop background and theme
Windows 7 has attractive new themes and backgrounds to choose from. They include vibrant photographs, digital images and Aero themes, using colors and glass effects in an attractive way.
Themes and background
In the Start menu search bar, type “personalization.” Or right-click on your desktop and select .
1) You can change the appearance of your desktop icons.
2) You can change your account picture.
3) Desktop themes
4) You can set your image as the background, or select one from the Windows collection. You can also create a slideshow and your background will change automatically from time to time.
5) You can choose a color for your windows and taskbar.
6) If you want, you can change the sounds for Windows 7.
7) Windows 7 offers a variety of screen savers that you can select and customize.
Font and ClearType settings
You can adjust the font and ClearType settings on the desktop based on your preferences.
To change the Font:
- In the search bar in the Start menu, type “Fonts.” Or Start -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Fonts
- Select the Font you like.
To change the Font size:
- On the left side of the Fonts panel, click on “Change Font Size”
- Select the desired font size and click Apply.
Please note that larger font sizes may prevent some elements from appearing on screen.
You can also customize ClearType for your screen. ClearType helps improve the readability of text on LCD monitors and screens.
- To configure ClearType, select Setting ClearType Text from the menu on the left side of the font panel, and select the best example of text from those offered.
Gadgets
Gadgets are mini-programs that are installed on your desktop. Gadgets can show you information about the weather, date and time, news and much more.
To add gadgets to your desktop:
Setting up Gadgets
1) Click on this button to resize the gadget.
2) The options button for your gadget.
3) Use this button to drag and drop.
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Lesson 01 Installing Windows 7
Lesson 02 First launch of Windows 7
Lesson 03 New taskbar
Lesson 04 Placement of windows
Lesson 05 Changing the desktop design
Lesson 06 Customizing the appearance of windows and folders
Lesson 07 New search
Lesson 08 Libraries in Windows 7
Lesson 09 Home group
Lesson 10 Sharing files and folders
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Advanced Windows 8 or 7 courses will be useful to every technical support specialist or system administrator.
Almost all training programs take place full-time and last 40 academic hours (or 5 days). There are practically no online programs.
After training you will be able to
By completing Windows administration courses, you will learn:
- Manage system services.
- Find and fix problems.
- Manage external devices and equipment.
- Manage users and configure group policies.
- Work with remote connections.
- Optimize Windows and applications.
- And much more.
If you complete the Windows 8 or 7 version basic training, you will learn:
- Install and reinstall the system.
- Connect a printer or other device.
- Set up Wi-Fi.
- Install and remove programs.
- Optimize the operation of the operating system.
- Restore the system.
- And some other things.
For whom
The initial requirements for basic Windows courses are minimal. You just need to have some experience working on a computer.
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Certificates of completion
All training centers issue certificates of their own type upon completion of training. Some centers assist with MCSA or MCSE certification.