Out of the box, swiping four fingers upwards brought up Windows Aero Flip 3D and then swiping a finger across let us toggle between the windows.

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Microsoft has announced that it is to make some significant changes to the Windows 8 user interface, including dropping the Aero Glass effect that was first introduced in Windows Vista.

FORBES: Microsoft To Drop Aero From Windows 8 User Interface

Switching Windows Vista or Windows 7 to low-power mode would automatically disable the Aero effect and revert to the Classic look.

FORBES: Microsoft To Drop Aero From Windows 8 User Interface