This content explains how to enable or disable the lock screen background picture on the sign-in screen in Windows 11. The procedure involves accessing the System Settings pane, navigating to Personalization, selecting the Lock Screen option and toggling the button switch. This either enables or disables the lock screen background image on the sign-in screen.

The post explains how to change a drive or volume letter in Windows 11, as the system automatically assigns available letters to connected storage devices. The guide advises using the Windows Settings app or the Disk Management tool for this task. It provides step-by-step instructions for both methods, from locating the relevant options in Settings…

The post explains how to rename a drive or volume label in Windows 11. The user-friendly names assigned to internal and external drives can be changed in different ways, such as through File Explorer or via the Windows Settings app. However, changes can only be made by members of the administrator’s group or equivalent. CD/DVD…

This post explains how to map a local folder as a drive in Windows 11. The process involves creating a shortcut with a specific command, linking it to the desired folder, and adjusting settings to allow the ‘drive’ to be automatically mounted upon startup. The mounted folder simulates a physical drive and saves contents onto…

This post provides a guide on how to mount a drive in an empty folder rather than using a drive letter in Windows 11. This allows the drive to appear as a simple folder and enables easier access and saving of data. Such a process can be executed only on empty folders located in basic…

The post provides a detailed guide on initiating and terminating a focus session in Windows 11 through various methods, including the notifications center, settings, and Clock app. The focus session feature minimizes distractions by disabling various notifications and alerts on the taskbar, allowing users to concentrate more effectively. Alterations can be made to the session…

The post explains how to check disk errors using the ‘chkdsk’ command in Windows 11. This command, which requires Administrator rights, looks for logical and physical errors in the file system. It can be run from terminal or File Explorer, and fixes errors when used with certain parameters. The guide includes steps to conduct an…

The post details how to buy a Windows 11 digital product key from Microsoft to activate Windows on a new PC. It also explains that a free upgrade to Windows 11 is possible for Windows 10 users. If a PC is purchased with an unactivated Windows, a digital product key must be bought. The post…

The post details how to modify the position of the Live Captions bar in Windows 11, a feature that allows users to read captions of audio making it easier for people with hearing impairment. Enabling Live Captions also lets users choose bar display locations such as top, bottom, or floating. Captions appearance and size can…

The post outlines how to alter sign-in settings upon wakeup in Windows 11 due to the added security measures using the System Settings pane. Users are directed to ‘Accounts’ and then ‘Sign-in options’. A variety of time options or ‘Never’ can be selected for when Windows should require sign-in after PC awakes from sleep. Users…