Windows 8 Start screen

This example illustrates usage of application icons in the graphic user interface (GUI) design of Windows 8 Start screen.
"Start is the heart of your PC - it’s where you open apps and desktop programs, see what your friends are doing, and get to your favorite websites and files.
The tiles on Start can show updates from your friends, new email, app notifications, and the next appointment on your calendar at a glance, even without opening an app. And because everyone who uses the PC can sign in with their own Microsoft account, each person can personalize their own tiles, colors, and backgrounds." [windows.microsoft.com/ en-us/ windows-8/ start-screen-tutorial]
The sample "Windows 8 Start screen" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Windows 8 User Interface solution from the Software Development area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.

This example shows Windows 8.1 Start screen with application icons and Charm Bar.
"The five charms - Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings - are quick ways to get to actions you do often, like search the web and your PC, print documents, and email photos and links. They’re always available on the right side of your screen, no matter where you are in Windows." [windows.microsoft.com/ en-us/ windows-8/ charms-tutorial]
The sample "Windows 8 apps" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Windows 8 User Interface solution from the Software Development area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.