WinMetro

Free • IObit • Windows • Secure Download

WinMetro allows you to try Windows 8 Metro desktop easily.

License Free

Op. System Windows

Category OS components

Language English

Author IObit

Size 7.39 MB

Downloads 7

Date Feb 7, 2013

File type EXE

Architecture Not specified

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SHA256 e4f8e87091125aa33c29496dd87c4028776ea2c8d0a056db399ce989359b4730

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The Metro desktop, a key innovation in Windows 8, has elicited mixed reactions - while some dislike it, others find it impressive. With WinMetro, you can experience the Metro desktop without actually updating your Windows system. It functions just like the original, seamlessly blending into your system's interface. Accessing the desktop is easy - simply click on the program's icon in the toolbar or in the bottom left corner, similar to Windows 8. By moving your mouse towards the right side of the screen in the traditional desktop, a side bar will appear allowing you to access WinMetro from there. Once in WinMetro, you'll find useful information such as the calendar, weather, stock market updates, and shortcuts to photos, Facebook, Twitter, and Skydrive. Additionally, a list of your most used programs will be displayed on the right. You can set WinMetro to open automatically when Windows starts, making it more akin to Windows 8. This provides a great opportunity for those hesitant to update, allowing them to try out the Metro desktop feature before making a decision.