Tech Tip - Use "Desktop Peek" to Quickly View Your Desktop Without Minimising Windows

November 20, 2024

Tech Tip - Use "Desktop Peek" to Quickly View Your Desktop Without Minimising Windows

If you need a quick glance at your desktop without minimising all your open windows, you can use the Desktop Peek feature. Here's how:

To 'Peek' at the Desktop

- Hover your mouse over the small vertical strip on the far-right corner of the taskbar.

Click to Minimise All Windows

- If you want to minimise all windows and fully view the desktop, click on the strip.

- This feature is great for quickly accessing desktop files or shortcuts without disrupting your workflow.

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