Windows Tips

Windows is hugely powerful but many of its capabilities can be hidden or tough to manage. Let our experts show you how to get the most out of your Windows computer with tips and tricks.

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Power button and fingerprint sensor on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 15
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Go Missing After Windows Sleeps? Try These Fixes!

It shouldn't even be an issue, but at least you can fix it.

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3 Surprisingly Useful Microsoft Apps You Won’t Find Pre-Installed on Windows

These underrated Microsoft apps can transform how you use your PC.

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File Explorer open on Windows laptop.
Easily Change Where Windows Saves Screenshots With This Trick

Organize and keep your screenshot collection under control.

Microsoft logo above a screen showing Windows 11 and Windows 10 logos, highlighting different versions of the operating system.
I Made Windows 11 Look Like Windows 10—Here's How You Can Too

Call it nostalgia, but I call it comfort.

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Windows Recall showing screenshots of Windows desktop
Why You Should Seriously Try Windows Recall

It has a lot to offer.

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8 Free Tools I Use to Automate My Windows PC

Automation is the name of the game, and I'm here to win it.

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A laptop on the loading screen with the Windows and update logo
How to Identify and Fix High Memory Usage With Task Manager

Take control of your PC's memory usage.

A laptop with Windows 11 showing a full battery icon and an upward arrow indicating a battery increase.
How to Identify Battery Draining Apps in Task Manager

Spot and stop what’s killing your laptop’s runtime.

A laptop with a warning indicating that the local disk is full.
How to Safely Manage Hard Drive Partitions in Windows

Organize your laptop storage without data loss.

The Microsoft PC Manager App Open on a BENQ Monitor
How I Use a Free Windows App to Boost My PC's Performance

Goodbye, slow PC.

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Windows power menu showing Hibernate option
Yes, It's Okay to Hibernate Your Windows PC

Don't buy the myths.

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Windhawk app open in Windows 11 on an BenQ Monitor
This Free Windows Mod Tool Unlocks a Ton of New Functions

You'll wonder how you lived without it.

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Voice typing in Windows 11
3 Ways Voice Typing Changed How I Use Windows

Do more. Type less.

The file explorer on the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
How to Disable the “These Files Might Be Harmful to Your Computer” Warning

Is Windows acting a bit paranoid over some safe files? Here's how to disable the "These files might be harmful to your computer" warning.

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A laptop showing privacy and security menu in Windows Settings app with green and red toggles
These Are the Benefits of Letting Windows Invade Your Privacy

Just make sure the benefits are worth it.

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How to View Battery Cycle Count on a Windows Laptop

Learn how to check the battery cycle count on Windows 10, and what the cycle count reveals about battery health.

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PDFGear app on Windows 11
This Free App Is a Game Changer for PDFs on Windows

Say goodbye to paying for a PDF app.

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How I Use My Windows PC for Hours Without Eye Strain

Stop overworking your eyes.

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The File in use error dialog box on Windows 11 desktop
How to Delete a File in Use by Another Program in Windows

Windows says your file is in use because it's open in another program? Learn how to force rename, delete, or move the file.

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How to Make a Bootable CD/DVD/USB to Install Windows

Need installation media to reinstall Windows? Here's how to create a bootable CD, USB, or DVD with an ISO from scratch!

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