How to add Tiles to the Start Screen in Windows 8.1

Description: This technical article will show you how to add tiles to the Start Screen in Windows 8.1.

  1. First click on the down arrow at the bottom right hand side of the screen.
    Windows 8.1 Start Screen, Main
  2. Next it will take you to another page with all of your apps present. You will the either right click on the app you want to add with your mouse or long press on it on a touch enabled device. It will open up a popup that will give you an option to Pin to Start.
    Windows 8.1 Start Screen, Apps
  3. Once you choose the Pin to Start it will show on your Start Screen.

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