Silence Windows 8 notifications temporarily

Windows 8 notifications are useful, but they can be annoying if you’re trying to get work done.

The solution? Use the built-in “do not disturb” feature to temporarily turn off all notifications. Here’s how:

1. Open the Settings Charm (Windows key + I).
2. Click or tap Notifications  (at the bottom of the pane) to reveal this menu:
   
3. Choose how long you want to hide notifications.

Now go and get some things done, without being distracted by Twitter or email or other pop-ups.

This is tip #1 in my new Windows 8 Tips series.