Microsoft has built an app store into its operating system since Windows8. You can see that Microsoft’s App Store is the same idea as Apple’s App Store.
Before Windows10, Microsoft’s Store could not match the number of excellent apps in the Apple App Store. Fortunately, Windows10 has already attracted many users and application developers, and the app store content is very rich. Among them, a class of software specially customized for Windows is called UWP application. The interface style is close to Windows native application, simple and practical.
Today I will introduce:
- What is UWP application?
- How do I find UWP apps through the App Store?
- Introduce several excellent UWP applications to improve work efficiency.
What is UWP application?
UWP is short for “Universal Windows Platform” in Windows10. It means any devices that runs Windows, including desktop, laptops, tablets, phones…
UWP application is different from traditional EXE application on PC. Its characteristics are as follows:
- Interfaces are generally optimized for mobile devices, which are simpler and easier to manipulate.
- The software will be reviewed by Microsoft and make it more secure.
- Functionality is usually sacrificed and is suitable for small applications.
- Apps can be automatically updated via Windows one-stop.
UWP are designed to run on all Windows10 devices. It is great that a software not only works on a computer but also works on a phone.
However, the reality is harsh, Windows Phone development has encountered a huge setback. The good news is that tablet/laptop, such as Surface series, are gradually gaining popularity users. So, a lot of UWP apps become more and more useful, they can provide a same experience for the laptop/tablet. For laptop/tablet, UWP are very useful as Windows app!
Where is the Windows APP Store?
Maybe you already know about the Windows APP Store, here is a brief introduction. By default, the app store will be show in the Windows10 start menu, the official name is Microsoft Store.
How do you find APP?
Once you are in the Microsoft store, there are already plenty of app recommendations for you. If you want to search for a particular app, click the search button and type in the name of the app.
Recommend several UWP apps to improve work efficiency
Nebo: A distinctive handwriting note-taking software, suitable for tablet, especially those have pen to input.
Newsflow: Gather all articles from your favorite sites in one place, so you can switch between multiple sites to find information without having to open multiple pages.
Drawboard PDF: Using the Drawboard PDF, you can merge, edit, annotate, and so on PDF files.
Microsoft To Do: Microsoft To Do is a lightweight, smart to-do list. Whether you are at work or in your life, to-do allows you to focus on finishing the most important things.
Enpass: You can not only collect passwords that have been set, but also automatically generate passwords as required.
Bing dictionaries: Besides simple functions like translating and searching for words, Bing dictionaries can also help you improve your learning English.
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These recommended UWP apps are just a few, limited by our shallow understanding, if you have more and better UWP app recommendations, welcome to contact us!