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How to Control Windows Copilot Startup Settings
The article describes how to enable or disable the “Open Copilot when Windows starts” feature in Windows 11. As of build 23493, users can interact with Bing Chat AI through a Copilot button that appears on the taskbar. Copilot allows users to change settings and execute commands using natural language. Users can toggle its automatic…
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How to Enable Message Rewrite Suggestions in Skype
The article provides guidance on enabling or disabling the “Enable message rewrite suggestions” feature on Skype for Windows 11. This feature uses AI to rewrite users’ messages differently and aids in improving communication skills and using varied writing styles. However, as some may find it intrusive, the feature can be turned off according to user…
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How to Turn Automatic Media Download On/Off in Telegram
The article provides guidance on how to manipulate the “Automatic media download” setting in the Telegram app for mobile devices. Shifting this feature on or off can impact device storage and data usage. When enabled, all incoming media is automatically saved, whilst disabling it allows users to selectively download files, potentially conserving data and storage.…
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How to Empty the Recycle Bin in Windows 11
The article provides steps on how to empty the Recycle Bin in Windows 11 to optimize device performance and privacy protection. Multiple avenues for doing so are explored, including right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, accessing it through File Explorer, using Disk Cleanup, and implementing PowerShell commands for all drives in a system.
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How to Enable Reduce Data Usage in Skype
The article provides a guide on how to activate “Reduce data usage” on Skype for Windows 11, a feature that minimises Skype’s data consumption during calls, beneficial when in a poor network area or trying to save bandwidth. However, activating this may lower video call quality, and is suggested to be turned off under stable…
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How to Enable Suggested Replies in Microsoft Teams
The article provides a guide to enable or disable the “Show suggested replies in chat” feature in the Microsoft Teams app on Windows 11. This feature offers recommended responses based on the content of received messages, potentially saving time and effort. However, the article also suggests that some users might find it distracting or intrusive,…
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Manage Sign-in Options in Windows 11
The article provides a guide on how to add or remove local account passwords as a sign-in option and User Account Control (UAC) credential provider in Windows 11. The post emphasizes other secure sign-in alternatives including Windows Hello, security key, and PIN. The process involves navigating through the Windows Registry Editor and manipulating the ‘Disabled…
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How to Enable or Disable Windows Hello Fingerprint
This article discusses how one can add or remove the use of ‘Windows Hello Fingerprint’ as a sign-in option and UAC credential provider in Windows 11. Though a more secure sign-in method, fingerprints may not always be compatible. The process involves navigating the Windows Registry Editor and modifying the ‘Disabled’ item under a specified registry…
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How to Manage Windows Hello Facial Recognition in Windows 11
The article guides on altering the ability to use Windows Hello facial recognition as a login option and UAC credential provider in Windows 11. While Windows Hello offers secure and personal sign-in options like facial recognition, it may not always be suitable. The post also details how to tweak the Windows registry to add or…
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How to Find a Printer IP address in Windows 11
The article instructs how to find a printer’s IP address in Windows 11, a useful skill for configuring new printers or troubleshooting issues. Two methods are discussed: one using File Explorer and navigating to the printer properties, and another by selecting the ‘Device information’ under ‘Printers & scanners’ in the system Settings.
Category: Windows
Article based on Windows 10/11, including improving device performance, hardening device security, adding and managing accounts, and more.