How to hide Windows 11’s power button
To prevent users from simply shutting down your computer, Windows 11 lets you remove the power button from the Start menu. It’s not obvious, however; doing so requires a small change to […]
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How to empty Windows 11’s recycle bin automatically
As soon as your Windows drive runs out of space, the operating system starts to delete files that are probably no longer needed from the recycle bin and your downloads folder. That […]
How to transfer Wi-Fi passwords to another computer
Windows creates a separate profile for each Wi-Fi network you’ve successfully logged into. Your Wi-Fi profile saves the network password so that if your Windows PC comes within range of this wireless […]
How to fix common USB connection problems in Windows
So you’ve connected a device to your PC via a USB port — but Windows doesn’t recognize it. What now? Before you assume the product (or your PC port) is broken, there […]
Want more Windows themes? Check out the Microsoft Store
You can brighten up your Windows 11 desktop with the so-called themes. These are unified combinations of background image(s), colors for the various interface elements (like the taskbar and title bar), new […]
This hidden Windows 11 feature adds colorful stickers to your desktop
Windows 11 contains a deeply hidden feature that allows you to embellish your Windows desktop with colorful stickers. You can choose from cartoony clipart stickers like a small bee or a purple […]
Windows 11: How to activate efficiency mode for specific programs
Windows 11’s “22H2” update added the option to manually set individual applications into Efficiency Mode. This setting allows you to lower the process priority of a program so that it runs more […]
I did not know this ultra-helpful Windows keyboard shortcut until now
The only constant in my life is learning how much I don’t know—but it can be a source of real delight. Take for example Windows shortcuts. So many exist that I’m still […]
How to change Windows 11’s save location for pictures and videos
By default, the Camera app in Windows saves photos and videos in the folder “C: User[User name] PicturesOwn recordings.” If there is little space left on drive C: or if you simply […]
How to change Windows 11’s Start menu layout
After clicking on the “Start” button in Windows 11, you get to the Start window, which is divided into two areas: “Attached” and “Recommended.” By default, both are about the same size. […]