Examining the Ribbon in Windows 8’s Windows Explorer - TechRepublic

Examining the Ribbon in Windows 8’s Windows Explorer

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    \n\tIf the Ribbon is in the way, just click the Minimize button.

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    \n\tWhen you want the Ribbon back, just click the Expand button.

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    \n\tSelect the Customize Quick Access Toolbar and you can add any of the standard commands.

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    \n\tYou can move the Quick Access Toolbar above the Ribbon.

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    \n\tYou can put the Quick Access Toolbar back below the Ribbon.

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    \n\tYou can right click on any command on any tab and add it to the Quick Access Toolbar.

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    \n\tYou can right click any button and remove it from the Quick Access Toolbar.

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    \n\tYou can put just about every command on the various tabs on the Quick Access Toolbar.

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