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Add or Remove Switch User on User Tile in Start Menu in Windows 11

Personalization Add or Remove Switch User on User Tile in Start Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Switch user option on the user tile in the Start menu for all users in Windows 11. The user tile (aka: "account picture menu") on the Start Menu includes the Change account settings, Lock the computer, Sign out, or switch user options by default. If you like, you can remove the Switch user option only on the user tile in the Start Menu without having to disable Switch user. Reference: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/configuration/start/policy-settings?tabs=user&pivots=windows-11#hide-switch-user You must be signed in as an administrator to add or remove the Switch user option on the Start menu. EXAMPLE: Add or remove Switch user option on user tile in Start Menu...
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Enable or Disable Auto Color Management for Apps in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Auto Color Management for Apps in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Automatically manage color for apps for your account in Windows 11. Creative professionals and enthusiasts care about fully calibrated, accurate colors because it helps to make sure colors remain consistent from the beginning to the end of their projects. Auto color management on SDR (standard dynamic range) displays in Windows 11 provides system-level color management to ensure that colors across Windows apps appear accurately and consistently on supported displays—whether the apps are color-managed or not. Auto color management also helps new and updated apps render more colors with greater accuracy. This provides extra detail and fewer color artifacts (for example, in gradients...
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Change Name of User Profile Folder in Windows 11

Accounts Change Name of User Profile Folder in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to rename a user profile folder for any account (local account or Microsoft account) in Windows 10 and Windows 11. When adding a new user account in Windows, a profile for the account is automatically created when the user signs in to the new account for the first time. A user profile is a collection of settings that make the computer look and work the way you want it to for a user account. It is stored in the account's C:\Users\<user name> profile folder, and contains the account's settings for desktop backgrounds, screen savers, pointer preferences, sound settings, and other features. User profiles ensure that your personal preferences are used whenever you sign in to Windows. A user's profile folder...
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Delete Restore Points for System Restore and Point-in-time Restore in Windows 11

Backup and Restore Delete Restore Points for System Restore and Point-in-time Restore in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to manually delete all, oldest, or specific restore points created by System Restore and/or Point-in-time restore in Windows 11. While System Restore and Point-in-time both use the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) to create restore points, they are separate features with their own restore points. System Restore monitors system changes and saves the system state as a restore point. If a system problem develops as a result of a system change, the user can return the system to a previous state using the data from a restore point. System Restore automatically manages the disk space that is allocated for restore points. It automatically purges the oldest restore points to make room for new ones when the max...
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Enable or Disable Notifications for Reminders and VoIP calls on Lock Screen in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Notifications for Reminders and VoIP calls on Lock Screen in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off showing notifications for reminders and incoming VoIP calls on the lock screen for your account in Windows 11. The lock screen (aka: welcome screen) is the stand by screen you see at startup, when you lock the computer, or when you sign out and are idle at least one minute. The lock screen displays a background image, time, date, widgets, and notifications by default. You can also turn on or off to show reminders and incoming VoIP calls on your lock screen. Option One: Turn On or Off Show Reminders and VoIP calls on Lock Screen in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Show Reminders and VoIP calls on Lock Screen using REG file Turn On or Off Show Reminders and VoIP calls on Lock...
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Reset Windows Update in Windows 11

Windows Update Reset Windows Update in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to completely reset Windows Update components and policies to default in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows Update keeps Windows 11 updated by automatically downloading and installing the latest updates, drivers, and hotfixes released by Microsoft. Sometimes you may have an issue with Windows Update such as not being able to download or install updates, error messages, not being able to search for new updates, cancel pending update(s), pending update(s) issue, etc. These kind of issues can occur when the Windows Update database or components are corrupted, one or more services related to Windows Update are not running, etc. Resetting the Windows Update components can usually solve these types of...
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Add Local User Account in Windows 11

Accounts Add Local User Account in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to create and add a local account as a user on the PC in Windows 11. Having different accounts on a shared PC lets multiple people use the same device, all while giving everyone their own sign-in info, plus access to their own files, browser favorites, and desktop settings. You can add a local user account (an offline account) or Microsoft account for a user to sign in to the PC with. Signing in to PCs with a Microsoft account lets you: Download apps from the Microsoft Store. Get your online content in Microsoft apps automatically. Sync settings online to make PCs look and feel the same - like your browser history, account picture, and color. Signing in with a local account means: You have to create...
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UUP Dump - Download Windows Insider ISO

Installation and Upgrade UUP Dump - Download Windows Insider ISO

UUP Dump is the most practical and easy way to get ISO images of any Insider Windows 10 or Windows 11 version, as soon as Microsoft has released a new build. UUP Dump creates a download configuration file according to your choices, downloads necessary files directly from Microsoft servers, and finally creates an ISO image. Please notice, that you don't have to join Windows Insider program to install and use Insider builds. You can simply download and install any Insider build from UUP Dump, and when an Insider build upgrade is released, download the upgrade build and upgrade your current Insider installation. This tutorial will show you how to use UUP Dump to get any Windows Insider ISO. 1. In any browser, open an available link...
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Change Taskbar Size in Windows 11

Personalization Change Taskbar Size in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the size of the taskbar for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26300.8493 (Experimental 25H2) and build 28120.2387 (Experimental 26H1) for Insiders, Microsoft introduced a smaller taskbar for users who want to maximize screen space, especially on smaller devices. While the default taskbar remains unchanged, this setting provides a more compact experience with smaller icons and a reduced taskbar height, giving you more room for your apps. Core elements like Start, Search, and the system tray scale appropriately to stay aligned and consistent. When set to Always, both the icons and the taskbar height become smaller. Starting with Windows 11 build 26300.8758 (Experimental...
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Mount or Unmount VHD and VHDX file as Drive in Windows 11

Virtualization Mount or Unmount VHD and VHDX file as Drive in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to natively mount (attach) or unmount (detach) a VHD or VHDX virtual hard disk file as a drive in Windows 11. Virtual hard disks (VHDs) are disk image file formats that have similar functionalities to a physical hard drive and are designed primarily for use with Hyper-V virtual machines. When you attach a .vhd or .vhdx file, it will be mounted as a drive in File Explorer > This PC to open and access. When you sign out, mounted VHD or VHDX files will not get unmounted, and will still be mounted and available the next time you sign in. If you restart the computer, all mounted VHD or VHDX files will automatically get unmounted for all accounts. Reference...
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Enable or Disable Screen Tint in Windows 11

Accessibility Enable or Disable Screen Tint in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off using Screen Tint for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.8737 (24H2), build 26200.8737 (25H2), and build 2800.2608 (26H1), Microsoft is introducing screen tint, a new accessibility setting that applies a color overlay across your entire display, softening its intensity so it's easier on your eyes throughout the day. If bright, saturated screens leave you with tired or sensitive eyes by the end of a long session, screen tint can help. Night light warms your display to reduce blue light that can interfere with sleep. Screen tint reduces overall screen intensity to ease eye fatigue and light sensitivity during the day. They tackle different problems and you...
Accessibility
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Add or Remove "Edit with Paint" Context Menu in Windows 11

Apps Add or Remove "Edit with Paint" Context Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the "Edit with Paint" context menu for your account or all users in Windows 11. The Paint app included in Windows 11 is a simple and powerful graphics editor with a range of uses. You can edit images quickly or create masterpieces with the tools in this app. Once you’re done, you’ll be able to save and share your files in almost any format. Starting with Paint app version 11.2410.28.0, you can quickly edit an image with the Paint app directly from File Explorer or on the desktop by right-clicking on the image and select Edit with Paint. If you don't want this new Edit with Paint item in the context menu, it can be removed. Option One: Add or Remove "Edit with Paint" Context Menu...
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