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This article guides users on connecting an Xbox Wireless Controller to Windows 11, either via a USB cable, Bluetooth, or the Xbox Wireless Adapter. For USB, plug a micro-USB charging cable into the controller and the PC. For Bluetooth, turn on Windows 11's Bluetooth, press the controller's Pair button, and follow the Quick Settings or the Windows Settings app steps. Users can also connect directly if their device has built-in Xbox Wireless functionality.

This article provides a guide on uninstalling and reinstalling the Xbox Game Bar in Windows 11. The Xbox Game Bar, which provides easy access to games and customizable features, can be uninstalled and reinstalled using commands in the Windows Terminal app and reinstalled through the Microsoft Store if it malfunctions.

The article provides instructions on utilizing the Controller Bar feature of the Xbox Game Bar on Windows 11, which automatically opens upon connecting any Xbox controller. This feature can be enabled or disabled by simply checking or unchecking a box within the Controller Bar settings in the Xbox Game Bar settings window.

The article provides a guide on changing the Xbox Game Bar theme in Windows 11, including selecting dark mode. It mentions the Xbox Game Bar's customizable features including its Controller Bar, which allows quick access to games with any Xbox controller. The article ends with a step-by-step guide on how to change the theme.

The article provides instructions for connecting an iPhone to Windows 11 using the Phone Link app. This app, initially available for Android phones, now supports iPhone devices, enabling seamless communication and data transfer between PC and phone. It supports Voice over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, allows sending and receiving text messages, and replicates actions performed on the phone.

The article provides instructions on how to enable or disable recent Windows functionality on Windows 11 build 22621.1635. This feature allows users to get non-security updates and enhancements immediately they become available. This can be done either via the Settings app or through Windows Registry Editor. It is disabled by default on managed devices.

The article provides a guide on enabling or disabling the Controller Bar setting using the Xbox Controller button on Windows 11, allowing users to quickly access games and apps. When disabled, pressing the Xbox button opens the Controller Bar instead of the Game Bar, applicable even if they're not currently playing a game.

This article provides a guide on how to open the Xbox Game Bar in Windows 11. This feature can be activated by pressing Windows logo key + G, or by accessing it through the start menu. The Game Bar provides immediate access to various gaming activities and has a widget menu for added controls. Functions such as adjusting audio levels, recording gameplay, and tracking performance statistics are available upon activation.

Microsoft is testing a new feature on Windows 11's development version which adds Access Keys shortcuts to the XAML context menu in File Explorer. Access Key, a one-keystroke shortcut, enables a user to execute commands in the context menu swiftly. However, this feature's availability is currently limited to participants of the Microsoft Insider Preview program.

The article instructs on enabling or disabling the "end tasks" function via right-click on the taskbar in Windows 11. Initially missing from this Windows version, Microsoft has reintroduced this feature, albeit hidden by default. The guide details how to activate or deactivate this feature through the Windows Settings application, under 'For developers' option.

The article provides instructions for adding or removing the "Run as different user" option in the Start menu on Windows 11. This option allows users to perform tasks as a different user or administrator. It can be enabled or disabled via the Windows Settings app or through the Windows Registry Editor.

The article provides a guide on how to hide or show the time and date on the system tray in Windows 11. This option is available from Windows 11 build 23440 and can be accessed via the Settings app or the Windows Registry Editor. The feature, currently being tested, may not be released to the general public.

The article provides a step-by-step guide on adding, changing, or removing Internet Time Servers in Windows 11. By default, Windows computers sync their clock with an internet server, usually Microsoft servers. However, users can modify Internet Time Servers through the Control Panel app or Windows Registry Editor to keep accurate time and update its timezone and daylight save time when available.

The article describes how to use the Phone Link app to transfer files between a phone and Windows 11, using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The app allows users to access phone apps from a PC, drag and drop files, excluding folders, with a limit of 100 files and a total size of 512 MB. Additionally, OneDrive can be used for backing up and restoring files.

The article outlines how to show or hide the Gallery feature in the File Explorer navigation pane in Windows 11. Introduced in Windows build 23435, this feature eases access to photo collections, including auto-display of photos from OneDrive Camera Roll Backup. The steps to add or remove Gallery involve modifications in the Windows Registry and system restart.