The post delineates how to locate other computers on a Windows 11 network. It explains network profiles: private for home or work use, allowing device communication, and public for external use like Wi-Fi hotspots, limiting interaction. To find other devices, a private network profile and file sharing must be enabled. The settings can be adjusted…

This article guides Windows 11 users on how to modify the mouse pointer’s size and color, especially helpful for visually impaired individuals. Users can adjust the size from 1 (smallest) to 15 (largest) and change the color through the Mouse Pointer Style and Custom Color options in the System Settings pane. The changes made are…

This post guides students and new users on how to set the primary display while using Windows 11 with dual monitors in extended mode. By default, dual monitors duplicate the desktop. However, users can rearrange displays and select settings such as ‘Duplicate’, ‘Extend’, or ‘Second screen only’. The post then provides a step-by-step process to…

This simplified guide teaches individuals how to manually configure a proxy server in Windows 11 to access the internet or external sources. Proxy servers are employed in various settings to control network traffic and protect against internet threats. By default, Windows 11 auto-detects proxy settings, but manual setup is sometimes needed through proxy scripts or…

Windows 11 supports settings to change the mouse pointer color and size, primarily to aid users with low vision. This change can also be for aesthetic purposes or to match the desktop theme. Customizations can be made via the Accessibility feature under Windows’ System Settings pane and are applied in real-time.

This article discusses enabling and disabling Sticky Keys in Windows 11, a feature that aids users who struggle with simultaneous key presses. It simplifies keyboard shortcuts for improved accessibility. Users can toggle this feature easily through Accessibility settings, enhancing their experience based on personal comfort and needs.

The guide provides instructions for opening HEIC files in Windows 11, as these files, commonly used by Apple devices, are unsupported by default. Users must download the HEVC Extension via the Microsoft Store or use third-party applications. Once installed, viewing HEIC images becomes easy with the appropriate tools.

The post provides a guide for students and new users on activating or deactivating Fast Startup mode in Windows 11. The Fast Startup feature, usually enabled by default, combines shutdown and hibernate features allowing a faster boot process. It keeps the system kernel and state saved to the hibernation file which is loaded upon startup.…

The post guides students and new users on using Windows 11 high-contrast themes. This feature helps people with low vision or light sensitivity differentiate things on the screen better. These themes can be accessed through the System Settings pane, and several presets like Aquatic, Desert, Dusk, Night Sky, are available. Specific keyboard shortcuts can also…

This post explains how to resize icons in Windows 11 in different areas such as the desktop, folder view, or taskbar. You can easily change the size of desktop or folder icons using the View or File Explorer options, respectively. To resize taskbar icons, a slightly more complicated process involving the Regedit app and adjustments…