Windows

The Registry Editor font in Windows 11 controls how text appears within this powerful tool. Registry Editor lets you change your computer’s settings by directly editing its registry, which is…

Microsoft Edge Secure Network VPN adds a layer of security to your internet connection when you’re on public Wi-Fi. This built-in VPN service encrypts your online activity, making it harder…

Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) in Windows 11 lets you save power by putting your network connection into a low-power mode when it’s not busy. This technology, also called IEEE 802.3az, automatically…

Showing or hiding recent files on the Windows 11 Start menu lets you control what appears in the “Recommended” section. The Start menu’s Recommended section shows recently opened files, apps,…

File Explorer in Windows 11 can open directly to your mobile device or any other location you prefer, instead of the default “Home” view. File Explorer is the program you…

Adding or removing the “Switch user” option on the Windows 11 Start menu lets you control how easily you can access other accounts on your computer. This quick shortcut shows…

Resetting the Microsoft Store cache in Windows 11 fixes problems with downloading or updating apps. The Microsoft Store cache stores temporary files that help the Store load faster, similar to…

File Explorer opening to OneDrive in Windows 11 puts your cloud files front and center. This setting change directs File Explorer to launch straight to your OneDrive folder instead of…

Windows 11 File Explorer can open to a different folder than its default Home view, letting you choose where it goes first. By default, File Explorer opens to Home, showing…

Transferring photos from an iPhone or Android phone to your Windows 11 PC copies your pictures and videos onto your computer. This photo transfer feature lets you keep your phone…

Quick Machine Recovery in Windows 11 offers a way to automatically fix serious startup problems on your PC. This feature is part of the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) and can…

Service-based extraction for Reading Mode in Microsoft Edge lets you choose if the browser sends page text to Microsoft’s online service to improve how Reading Mode works. Reading Mode makes…

Copilot Cowork in Microsoft Edge lets you use AI to do things like open new tabs or take screenshots right within the browser. This built-in AI feature works from a…

Creating a new security key PIN on Windows 11 lets you set a fresh secret code for your physical security key. This PIN acts like a password, protecting access to…

Microsoft Edge can suggest content from your clipboard in the address bar, making searches faster. This feature lets the Edge browser show you things you’ve recently copied, like links or…