Note that your Windows 8 app when snapped doesn't have to be "functional", it just has to be implemented so there is something there. If it's a horrible experience when snapped, then do what the Windows Store app does, just show a logo.
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Note that your Windows 8 app when snapped doesn't have to be "functional", it just has to be implemented so there is something there. If it's a horrible experience when snapped, then do what the Windows Store app does, just show a logo.