Geek Rewind

This guide explains how to enable Firmware Protection on a Windows 11 PC, aimed at enhancing security against malware. Firmware Protection acts as a safeguard during startup, ensuring only trusted software runs and preventing unauthorized changes. The guide outlines steps using both the Windows Security app and Windows Registry editing for activation.

This guide explains how to adjust the size of taskbar icons in Windows 11, available in Insider build 22635.4291 and later. Users can easily change icon sizes using the Settings app or, for advanced users, through the Windows Registry. The Settings method is recommended for safety and simplicity.

This guide explains how to pin Recent folders to the Quick Access area in Windows 11 for easier access. It details steps for opening File Explorer, using a specific command to find Recent folders, and pinning them. This feature enhances workflow efficiency by keeping frequently used folders readily accessible.

This guide shows how to add Recent Items to the Quick Access area in Windows 11’s File Explorer for quicker access to frequently used files. It outlines the benefits of saving time and ease of use, along with simple steps to pin or unpin Recent Items as needed.

This guide explains how to enable or disable the “Help improve Recall snapshots filtering” feature in Windows 11, which allows anonymous sharing of excluded apps and websites to enhance the Recall function. All snapshots are encrypted and kept private on your device. Regularly check your settings to manage preferences effectively.

Recall is a new feature in Windows 11 that captures snapshots of your screen, enabling users to later search for previously viewed content. Available on Copilot+ PCs and newer builds, it requires enabling snapshot saving. Users can manage Recall settings via the Local Group Policy Editor or the Windows Registry.

Apps Resume is a Windows 11 feature that allows users to continue working on OneDrive files from their phone on a PC. To use it, both devices must be signed in with the same Microsoft account and meet specific system requirements. It can be toggled on or off through Windows Settings or the Registry.

Windows 11 introduces a feature allowing users to open folders in new tabs within File Explorer, enhancing file management. To enable it, users must install ViVeTool and follow specific commands or adjust settings in Folder Options or the Registry. This functionality facilitates faster navigation between folders.

When files are deleted in Windows 11, they are not permanently removed but marked as available. The Cipher tool can overwrite this data to prevent recovery. By using the command “cipher /w:”, users can ensure deleted files are securely erased, enhancing data privacy and security.