How To Shut Down Windows 8

Though shutting down might seem like a simple task, those who are new to Windows 8 are likely to feel like a fish out of water with regards to the new UI. Due to the nature of the new UI and the way Windows 8 relies on keyboard shortcuts, shut down of the OS is tucked away out of sight.

Shut Down Windows 8

There are a couple ways to achieve shut down of Windows 8.

Method 1:

1. Press the Windows key + C.
2. Click ‘Settings’.
   

 

3. Click ‘Power’ (located on right-hand side of screen).
4. Click ‘Shut down’.
   

Method 2:

1. Click the user account icon and logout.
   

 

2. At the login screen is a power button in the lower right hand corner, click that for shut down options.

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