How the “Reset This PC” Feature Works on Windows 11
Reinstalling Windows is never fun, but it is occasionally necessary. Windows 11 makes this process substantially easier with the “Reset This PC” feature, which was first introduced in Windows 8.
Microsoft Will Soon Remove Internet Explorer From Windows 10
Microsoft dropped Internet Explorer from Windows 11, instead only making it accessible through ‘IE Mode’ on the new Edge browser. Now the company is preparing to remove it from some builds of Windows 10, too….
Open the Windows Snipping Tool With a Keyboard Shortcut
Need to quickly take a screenshot on your PC? If so, Windows’ built-in Snipping Tool is just a keyboard shortcut away. This tool lets you capture screenshots in various shapes and also allows you to edit them. We’ll show you …
Registry Hack: Modify the Undo Limit in Microsoft Office
Your last 100 actions performed in Word, Excel, or PowerPoint are stored by Microsoft Office. This means you can undo up to 100 of your previous actions. You can modify this undo limit by making a little change in the Windows…
Microsoft Now Testing Tabs in Windows 11 File Explorer
Microsoft planned to add tabs to the File Explorer back in the Windows 10 days, but it never happened. At long last, tabs have arrived in Windows 11 Insider Preview builds.
Notepad on Windows 11 Will Soon Be Faster (Was It Slow?)
Microsoft revamped the Notepad application in Windows 11 last year, giving it a fresh new look and a few new features. More improvements are on the way, according to a new blog post.
How to Schedule Dark Mode on Windows 11
Windows 11 has a nice Dark Mode, but just like Windows 10, it can’t be scheduled to turn on automatically at night. Thankfully, there is a way to fix this without downloading any extra software.
Ctrl+Shift+V Is the Best Shortcut You’re Not Using
Tired of pasting and getting weird fonts and formatting in Windows 10 or 11? Don’t use Notepad as an intermediary. Try Ctrl+Shift+V, and you’ll get only the text you want. Here’s why.
The Microsoft Store on Windows Is About to Get Much Better
The Microsoft Store is the main app store on Windows 10 and 11, and it received an overhaul last year in time for the first version of Windows 11. Now even more improvements are on the way.
How to Disable the “These Files Might Be Harmful to Your Computer” Warning
Windows can be pretty aggressive with security warnings, to the point that it warns you about your own files on your own home network. Here’s how to calm Windows down so you can use network shares and your NAS in peace….
How to Set Up Voice Access on Windows 11
Voice controls are everywhere now. They’re ubiquitous in TVs, smartphones, and cars, and they’re increasingly common in household appliances. Windows 11 also includes the ability to control your computer with your voice. All …
The 7 Best Registry Hacks for Windows 11
Windows 11 changed the right-click menu pretty significantly. It might even be the most substantial redesign between versions of Windows since the feature was first introduced.
How to Fix “Page Fault in Nonpaged Area” on Windows
Some Blue Screens of Death (BSODs) are difficult or impossible to diagnose and fix, whereas others are pretty straightforward. Luckily, a Page Fault BSOD is often fixable. Here are some things you can try….
How to Change the Time on Windows 10
Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system allows you to adjust your clock manually as well as automatically using a Settings option. We’ll show you how to do just that.
How to Format an SSD on Windows 10
Formatting a solid-state drive (SSD) only takes a few seconds through File Explorer. But how exactly do you do it, and what file system should you choose? Here’s what you need to know.
How to Turn Off Delivery Optimization on Windows 11
Delivery Optimization is a feature that enables users to download a Windows update from other devices on the same network. This peer-to-peer service sometimes reduces bandwidth issues during updates, but could also pose a pro…
Microsoft Copies the App Store’s Worst Feature for Windows
The app store on Windows, known as the Microsoft Store, received a much-needed overhaul just in time for Windows 11. Soon, it will become even more like the app stores on iPhone and Android — to a fault….
Android Apps on Windows 11 Are Rolling Out to More Countries
Microsoft has been working on a Windows Subsystem for Android, allowing Android apps and games to easily run on top of Windows 11. Now the feature is rolling out to more countries.
Microsoft Will Soon Allow Anyone to Make Windows 11 Widgets
Microsoft Build took place earlier today, and one of many announcements was that Microsoft will soon allow third-party developers to create widgets for Windows 11.
How to Restore Missing Desktop Icons on Windows 11
Windows 11 automatically places a few important icons, like This PC and the Recycle Bin, on your desktop after a fresh install. However, they can be removed. Here’s how to get them back if you need them….
How to Format a USB Drive on Windows 10
You don’t need to use any complex tools to format a USB flash drive. You can do it directly in File Explorer. But what do all of the options mean, and which should you choose? Here is what you need to know….
Windows 11’s Android Apps Are About to Get a Lot Better
The Windows Subsystem for Android is an optional feature in Windows 11, which allows you to run Android applications and games alongside your other software. Microsoft is now testing a significant upgrade to the Subsystem….
How to Link an Android Phone to a Windows 11 PC With Microsoft Phone Link
Microsoft Phone Link—formerly known as “Your Phone”—is an essential app for Windows 11 users with Android phones. It gives you access to your phone’s notifications, messages, and photos right on your PC. We’ll help you se…
What Does the Ctrl+Z Keyboard Shortcut Do?
If you’ve typed the wrong thing, deleted by mistake, or performed another accidental action in Windows, you’ll likely want to use Ctrl+Z at some point. Here’s what it does.
How to Fix “Wi-Fi Doesn’t Have a Valid IP Configuration” on Windows
Wi-Fi is a wonderful thing when it works correctly. You can probably carry a device around and still get high-speed access to the internet. But when it misbehaves, fixing Wi-Fi configuration errors on Windows can be a pain. H…
