Techradar takes a look at the 10 best hidden features in Windows 8

There are two distinct parts to Windows 8 — the desktop, which looks and feels a lot like Windows 7, and the all-new, all-singing, all-dancing Start page, which is a complete departure for the operating system.

If you've just upgraded, it may take you some time to discover all of the tools hidden away in the nooks and crannies of Windows 8, so here are the top 10 hard-to-find features you should be aware of.

If you've uncovered some useful tricks of your own, let us know in the comments.

  In Depth: 10 best hidden features in Windows 8