Windows 8: Own shutdown tile

You can easily shutdown Windows 8 using a tile. In this guide, we show you how to create such a tile.

Create shutdown tile in Windows 8

1. In the start menu, press the key combination [Windows key] + [D] to get to the desktop.
2. Right-click on a vacant space and select the "Link" item under "New".
3. Enter the command "shutdown / s / t 0" and click on "Next".
4. Select "Shutdown" as the name and complete the process.
5. Finally, right click on the shortcut and select "Pin to Start". You can now shutdown your PC using the new tile.

If the shutdown tile is not enough for you, you can also create your own tiles for Windows 8.