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Brink · Apr 21, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to change the Edge bar layout for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The desktop Edge Bar has been replace by the desktop Search Bar. https://www.elevenforum.com/t/open-and-close-microsoft-edge-desktop-search-bar-in-windows-11.31111/ The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features. The Edge bar (formally named "Web widget") is a feature of Microsoft Edge that lets you search and browse the web, see news headlines, check the weather, and more without opening a full...

Brink · Apr 21, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable running the Edge bar at startup for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The desktop Edge Bar has been replace by the desktop Search Bar. https://www.elevenforum.com/t/enable-or-disable-open-microsoft-edge-desktop-search-bar-at-startup-in-windows-11.31114/ The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features, it's the only browser you'll ever need. The Edge bar (formally named "Web widget") is a feature of Microsoft Edge that lets you...

Brink · Apr 21, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to open and close the Edge bar from Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The desktop Edge Bar has been replace by the desktop Search Bar. https://www.elevenforum.com/t/open-and-close-microsoft-edge-desktop-search-bar-in-windows-11.31111/ The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features. The Edge bar (formally named "Web widget") is a feature of Microsoft Edge that lets you search and browse the web, see news headlines, check the weather, and more...

Brink · Apr 20, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to restore the default settings of a library for your account in Windows 11. Windows 7 introduced libraries, which provide users with a single, coherent view of their files even when those files are stored in different locations. Libraries can be configured and organized by a user and a library can contain folders that are found on the user's computer and also folders that have been shared over a network. Libraries present a simpler view of the underlying storage system because, to the user, the files and folders in a library are displayed in one single view location, no matter where they are actually physically stored. In File Explorer, users interact with libraries in ways similar to how they would...

Brink · Apr 19, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to include a folder or drive in a library for your account in Windows 11. Windows 7 introduced libraries, which provide users with a single, coherent view of their files even when those files are stored in different locations. Libraries can be configured and organized by a user and a library can contain folders that are found on the user's computer and also folders that have been shared over a network. Libraries present a simpler view of the underlying storage system because, to the user, the files and folders in a library are displayed in one single view location, no matter where they are actually physically stored. In File Explorer, users interact with libraries in ways similar to how they would...

Brink · Apr 18, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable changing the lock screen background for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The lock screen (aka: welcome screen) is the screen you see at startup and when you lock the computer (Win+L). You will need to dismiss the lock screen to to see the sign-in screen and sign in to Windows. Users can change their lock screen background to Windows Spotlight, a picture, or a slideshow by default. You must be signed in as an administrator to enable or disable changing the lock screen background. If you have more than one display, the lock screen will only show on the main display. Option One: Enable or Disable Changing Lock Screen Background in Local Group Policy Editor Option Two...

Brink · Jun 25, 2021

This will no longer work starting with Windows 11 build 22598. The taskbar functionality has changed in Windows 11. Alignment to the left or center at the bottom of the screen is the only location allowed now. However, you can actually still change the taskbar location to the top or bottom on the screen for now. You can't change the taskbar location to the left (00) or right (02) on the screen anymore without breaking the taskbar until moved back to the top or bottom. This tutorial will show you how to change the taskbar location on screen to the top or bottom for your account in Windows 11. When the taskbar is moved to the top, you will no longer see thumbnail previews for taskbar icons. EXAMPLE: Taskbar location at top and...

Brink · Apr 18, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off display audio alerts visually (aka: Sound Sentry) for your account in Windows 11. If you have trouble hearing audio alerts, you can have your PC display them visually. You can choose to have the title bar of the active window, the active window, or the entire screen flash when a notification arrives, instead of relying on sound alone. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/make-windows-easier-to-hear-9c18cfdc-63be-2d47-0f4f-5b00facfd2e1 Option One: Turn On or Off Flash Screen during Audio Notifications in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Flash Screen during Audio Notifications in Control Panel Option Three: Turn On or Off Flash Screen during Audio Notifications...

Brink · Nov 6, 2021

This tutorial will show you how to customize the OEM support information for your Windows 11 PC. The OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) support information in Windows includes the manufacturer, support phone, support hours, and support website for your PC. If you purchased a PC from a vendor, it'll usually already have all of the OEM support information under "Support" on the Settings > System > About page. If you build your own PCs, then you can add your own custom support information. You must be signed in as an administrator to add or customize OEM support information. EXAMPLE: OEM Support Information in Settings Here's How: 1 Open Registry Editor (regedit.exe). step22 Navigate to the key below in the left pane of...

Brink · Apr 17, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to change device usage settings for your account in Windows 11. In Device usage settings, you can let Microsoft know how you plan to use your device. When you make your selections in Device usage settings, Microsoft might offer personalized tips, ads, and recommendations within Microsoft experiences based on the way you plan to use your device. You can opt out or change your device usage options any time in the Settings app on Windows. Microsoft does not share this data with third-party. Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.2199 (Beta) and build 25396 (Canary), Microsoft added Development to the list and toggling it on will launch Dev Home. This matches what is shown in OOBE (“out of box experience”)...

Brink · Apr 17, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to optimize video playback when on battery for your account in Windows 11. Some apps use the video platform that's built into Windows 11. These include Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps that come with Windows 11, such as Microsoft Edge, Photos, and Movies & TV, as well as many third-party video apps you get from Microsoft Store (for example, Hulu, Netflix, and Vudu). For these apps, you can control video playback using the video playback settings in Windows 11. For example, you can have your PC process video to enhance it (depending on your PC’s hardware) or choose to play video at a lower resolution to help save network bandwidth. When watching movies and videos on battery power, you can select to...

Brink · Apr 16, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off save network bandwidth by playing video at a lower resolution during video playback when plugged in for your account in Windows 11. Some apps use the video platform that's built into Windows 11. These include Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps that come with Windows 11, such as Microsoft Edge, Photos, and Movies & TV, as well as many third-party video apps you get from Microsoft Store (for example, Hulu, Netflix, and Vudu). For these apps, you can control video playback using the video playback settings in Windows 11. For example, you can have your PC process video to enhance it (depending on your PC’s hardware) or choose to play video at a lower resolution to help save network...

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Browsers and Mail Change Microsoft Edge Bar Layout

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Automatically Open Microsoft Edge Bar at Windows Startup

Browsers and Mail Open and Close Microsoft Edge Bar in Windows 10 and Windows 11

General Restore Default Settings of Library in Windows 11

General Include Folder or Drive in Library in Windows 11

Personalization Enable or Disable Changing Lock Screen Background in Windows 11

Personalization Change Taskbar Location on Screen in Windows 11

Accessibility Enable or Disable Flash Screen during Audio Notifications in Windows 11

Personalization Customize OEM Support Information in Windows 11

Personalization Change Your Device Usage Options in Windows 11

Apps Optimize Video Playback when on Battery in Windows 11

Apps Enable or Disable Video Playback Low Resolution to Save Network Bandwidth in Windows 11

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