How to directly view all Apps when clicking on Start in Windows 8.1

Description: This article will show you how to directly view all apps when clicking on the Start button in Windows 8.1.

  1. From the desktop, right click on the taskbar and click Properties.
    Windows Start Menu, Properties
  2. Click the Navigation tab.
    Taskbar Navigation Properties, Navigation
  3. Check the box next to Show the Apps view automatically when I go to Start.
    Taskbar Navigation Properties, Show Apps
  4. Click OK. Now, when you go click the Start button, you will see all apps installed on the computer.
    Taskbar Navigation Properties, Save Settings

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