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Live Tiles

Last updated May 19, 2025, generated by Sumble

What is Live Tiles?

Live Tiles were a graphical user interface feature on Windows Phone, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10. They are rectangular tiles on the Start screen that dynamically display updated information, such as news headlines, weather forecasts, social media updates, or upcoming appointments. They differ from static icons by providing at-a-glance information without requiring the user to open the associated application. Live Tiles could also be 'flipped' to reveal additional information, and their appearance could be customized by the user. Microsoft eventually retired Live Tiles, replacing them with widgets in later versions of Windows.

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What other technologies are related to Live Tiles?

Live Tiles Complementary Technologies

SharePoint Online

SharePoint Online is a platform where Live Tiles can be implemented to enhance the user interface and experience. Live Tiles are typically used to make SharePoint sites more visually appealing and informative.

mentioned alongside Live Tiles in 0% (80) of relevant job posts

SharePoint

SharePoint is a platform where Live Tiles can be implemented to enhance the user interface and experience. Live Tiles are typically used to make SharePoint sites more visually appealing and informative.

mentioned alongside Live Tiles in 0% (134) of relevant job posts

Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft Office 365 includes SharePoint Online, where Live Tiles can be used. Therefore, it's a complementary technology.

mentioned alongside Live Tiles in 0% (75) of relevant job posts