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The article highlights how to control the upload and download rate of the OneDrive app in Windows 11. It outlines steps to setup OneDrive, manage large unimportant files, access help and settings, and configure advanced settings. The information enables users to limit their OneDrive network bandwidth usage, especially if their network is slow or mobile.

This article provides steps to enable or disable the Efficiency Mode in Windows 11's redesigned Task Manager. This mode helps limit resource-hungry apps, improving system responsiveness and energy efficiency. Users can enable this feature through the Processes page or by right-clicking the process. If an option is greyed out, it's a core Windows process which throttling might affect system performance.

The article outlines the process to enable hidden education themes in Windows 11, which are typically available only on school computers. Using the Windows Registry, users can create a new subkey under the device parent key labeled 'Education' and make the necessary changes. After restarting the device, these themes will become viewable in the Personalization settings pane.

The article pertains to the activation or deactivation of Local Security Authority (LSA) Protection on Windows 11. This feature, currently deactivated by default, heightens security by preventing malicious software from hijacking the computer. LSA Protection can be toggled using the Windows Security app, Windows Registry editor, or the Local Group Policy editor. In the future, LSA Protection is set to be enabled by default on new, enterprise-linked Windows 11 devices.

The article details how to enable or disable the tablet-optimized taskbar in Windows 11. From build 25197, users can switch to an optimized taskbar for tablet mode, automatically shifting when a 2-in-1 device keyboard is disconnected or folded back. The procedure can be done through the Settings app or via the Windows Registry Editor. Note that this feature is not available for laptops and desktop PCs.

The article details how to find your product key for Windows 11. A Windows product key, required for Windows activation, may be physically affixed to a device, or could be a digital license. Keys can be found preinstalled on new computers, in retail packaging, confirmation emails for digital copies, or via the "ShowKeyPlus" tool in the Microsoft Store.

This article provides detailed steps on how to adjust the mouse wheel scroll speed on Windows 11 using three different methods: the Windows Settings app, the classic Control Panel, and the Windows registry editor. While all these methods are viable, the article suggests that the Windows Settings app is the most user-friendly option. It further details how to navigate each method to reach the specific settings that allow a user to increase or decrease the lines to scroll at a time.

The post instructs students and new users on how to switch between File Explorer tabs on Windows 11, which allows multiple locations to be worked on simultaneously. Key steps include opening File Explorer, creating a new tab with CTRL + T or the 'Add new tab' button, and switching between tabs using CTRL + Tab or mouse clicks.

The article provides guidance on how to delete or remove desktop stickers (a non-default feature requiring enabling through the Windows registry) in Windows 11. The process involves a context menu command and sticker editor accessible via right-click on the desktop or Settings app. Instructions on adding/editing stickers are also covered.

This summary discusses the steps for editing stickers on the Windows 11 desktop, a new feature not enabled by default. To edit enabled stickers, users should access the context menu, select 'Add or edit stickers,' adjust size and position, and close the sticker editor. Alternatively, users may use the Settings app to launch the sticker editor.

The article provides instructions on choosing specific OneDrive folders to sync to your PC in Windows 11. By default, essential folders are automatically synced to Microsoft cloud, but users may not want all folders downloaded onto their computer. The OneDrive app allows users to choose which folders to sync and prevent unimportant or large folders from being downloaded. The specific procedure on individual folder selection and syncing is also explained step-by-step.

The article provides a detailed guide for backing up and managing essential files via the OneDrive app in Windows 11. It explains features of the OneDrive app, which syncs your files with Microsoft's cloud, accessible across multiple devices. The post also provides step-by-step instructions to set up and manage backup folders via the OneDrive app, and notes restrictions related to file size, path length, and invalid characters.

The article provides instructions on how to activate or deactivate the "Save photos and videos from devices to OneDrive" feature on the OneDrive app in Windows 11. The feature allows for automatic uploading of media from devices connected to a Windows PC, directly to OneDrive. Detailed steps on enabling or disabling this feature are elaborated upon for clarity and ease of action.

The article provides instructions on how to enable or disable the "Notify me when syncing is paused" feature in the OneDrive app on Windows 11. Users can do this through the OneDrive settings or via the Windows Registry. Additionally, notifications can be controlled based on whether the device is running in battery saver mode or on a metered connection.

The article outlines steps to toggle the automatic saving of screenshots to OneDrive in Windows 11. As part of the routine operation of OneDrive, it provisions for users to have their captured screenshots saved directly to the app, which can be enabled or disabled through the app's 'Settings'. Screenshots remain available on the clipboard regardless.