How to get my screen back to normal?

My screen's layout used to be the same as a regular laptop with my apps on top and a taskbar at the bottom. Now my screen is page full of different apps and suggestion with no search bar at the bottom left. How do I get it back?
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Hi Christina,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I understand your inconvenience and we will surely help you to resolve the issue.

The issue that you are facing if the tablet mode is enabled.

I suggest you to follow the steps to disable tablet mode and check if it helps.
1. Click on the Action Center icon present on the right hand corner of the taskbar located on the left side of the Date & time display.
2. Click on Tablet Mode option from the window.
3. Close the window and check if the changes is effective.

Hope it helps. Do let us know if the issue is resolved. For any further information, feel free to contact us.

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Last updated April 20, 2025 Views 8,299 Applies to: