Application window

Application Window

After opening a chosen program, a window will appear.

A window is a rectangular area, which is framed by a border that displays data, programs, files, documents, or information about the application

What are the Main Parts of an Application Window

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1. Application Icon2. Title bar3. Minimize Button4. Maximize Button

5. Close Button6. Menu Bar7. Border8. Scroll Bar

Application Icon

This is the icon that represents the program. It has a menu that displays commands used to

control the window.

Title Bar

This part of the window shows the name of the program and filename.

Menu Bar

This is found below the title bar. It contains option or commands that can be used when

working with the program.

Minimize Button

This reduces the window into small button on the task bar.

Maximize Button

This enlarges the window to its fullest size on the screen.

Close Button

This exits or closes an application window.

Border

This can be resized by dragging with your mouse pointer.

Scroll Bar

This allows you to see the text or object that you cannot see on your window. Using your

mouse, you can drag the scroll bar upward, downward, or sidewards.