Windows – How to change the status (available, invisible, etc.) in Windows 8 without opening an app

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To make myself invisible, I do the following:

  1. Open the "Messenger" app.
  2. Right-click.
  3. Select "Status".
  4. Choose "Invisible".

Alternatively, there are other apps (such as Skype) from which I can make myself invisible.

Is there a quick way to change my status without opening an app?

Best Answer

The Windows 8 Metro interface is designed to operate using fullscreen apps that don't do a lot of background interface activity such as hotkeys.

For the particular IM system in question, such as AIM, if you use the official app, you will most likely have a System Tray icon that you can right-click and toggle visibility.

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