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Windows 11 tutorials, tricks, tips, and guides.
Enable or Disable Internet Explorer mode (IE mode) in Microsoft Edge
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the ability to reload sites in Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. 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. Some sites are built to work with Internet Explorer and have functionality that isn't supported by modern browsers such as Microsoft Edge. If you need to view one of these sites, you can use Internet Explorer Mode in Microsoft Edge...
Browsers and Mail
Change Lid Open Action in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to change the default action to take when opening the lid of your laptop in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The lid open wake action specifies the action to take when the system lid is opened when waking (resuming) from sleep, hibernate, or modern standby. Users can specify one of the following lid open actions to take: Do Nothing = No action is taken when the system lid is opened. Turn on the display (default) = The OS turns on the display when the system lid is opened. Option One: Change Lid Open Action for Specific Power Plan in Advanced Power Options Option Two: Change Lid Open Action for Current Power Plan in Windows Terminal Option Three: Change Lid Open Action for Specific Power Plan in Windows...
System
Install or Uninstall Chat from Microsoft Teams in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to install or uninstall Chat from Microsoft Teams for your account in Windows 11. Microsoft started rolling out Chat from Microsoft Teams to Windows 11 build 22000.100. This includes a new Chat flyout right off the taskbar as well as an overall Teams desktop experience architected for optimized performance and the Windows 11 design language. You can remain connected to the people you care about with chats and video calls from the convenience of your Windows 11 PC, while they can participate from any device with Microsoft Teams: desktop, mobile, or even just a web browser. With Chat from Microsoft Teams, you can connect to friends and family from your PC regardless of what computer or phone or tablet...
Apps
Enable or Disable Reset PIN at Sign-in in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable reset PIN at sign-in for all Microsoft accounts in Windows 11. Windows Hello is a more personal, more secure way to get instant access to your Windows 11 devices using a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint. You'll need to set up a PIN as part of setting up fingerprint or facial recognition sign-in, but you can also sign in with just your PIN. These options help make it easier and safer to sign into your PC because your PIN is only associated with one device and it's backed up for recovery with your Microsoft account. How is a PIN different from (and better than) a password? On the surface, a PIN looks much like a password. A PIN can be a set of numbers, but enterprise policy...
Accounts
Change PIN for Account in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to change the PIN for your account in Windows 11. Windows Hello is a more personal, more secure way to get instant access to your Windows 11 devices using a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint. You'll need to set up a PIN as part of setting up fingerprint or facial recognition sign-in, but you can also sign in with just your PIN. These options help make it easier and safer to sign into your PC because your PIN is only associated with one device and it's backed up for recovery with your Microsoft account. How is a PIN different from (and better than) a password? On the surface, a PIN looks much like a password. A PIN can be a set of numbers, but enterprise policy might allow complex PINs that...
Accounts
Reset PIN for Account in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to reset the PIN for your account in Windows 11. Windows Hello is a more personal, more secure way to get instant access to your Windows 11 devices using a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint. You'll need to set up a PIN as part of setting up fingerprint or facial recognition sign-in, but you can also sign in with just your PIN. These options help make it easier and safer to sign into your PC because your PIN is only associated with one device and it's backed up for recovery with your Microsoft account. How is a PIN different from (and better than) a password? On the surface, a PIN looks much like a password. A PIN can be a set of numbers, but enterprise policy might allow complex PINs that include...
Accounts
Add PIN to Account in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to add the Windows Hello PIN sign-in option to your account in Windows 11. Windows Hello is a more personal, more secure way to get instant access to your Windows 11 devices using a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint. You'll need to set up a PIN as part of setting up fingerprint or facial recognition sign-in, but you can also sign in with just your PIN. These options help make it easier and safer to sign into your PC because your PIN is only associated with one device and it's backed up for recovery with your Microsoft account. How is a PIN different from (and better than) a password? On the surface, a PIN looks much like a password. A PIN can be a set of numbers, but enterprise policy might allow...
Accounts
Enable or Disable Thumbnail Previews in File Explorer in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable thumbnail previews on files and folders in File Explorer for your account, all users, or specific users in Windows 11 and Windows 10. File Explorer can display thumbnail previews (image) or icons on files and folders in Windows. If you select to show icons instead of thumbnail previews, File Explorer will show the icon of the default app on the file instead of an image. Starting with Windows 11 build 22557, File Explorer will now show previews of items (files) within folders. File Explorer displays a thumbnail preview image on a folder of the last file added to the folder by default. Thumbnail previews will not show while using a Small icons, List, or Details folder layout. If...
General
Remove PIN from Account in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to remove the Windows Hello PIN sign-in option from your account in Windows 11. Windows Hello is a more personal, more secure way to get instant access to your Windows 11 devices using a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint. You'll need to set up a PIN as part of setting up fingerprint or facial recognition sign-in, but you can also sign in with just your PIN. These options help make it easier and safer to sign into your PC because your PIN is only associated with one device and it's backed up for recovery with your Microsoft account. How is a PIN different from (and better than) a password? On the surface, a PIN looks much like a password. A PIN can be a set of numbers, but enterprise policy might...
Accounts
Re-register Microsoft Store app in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to re-register Microsoft Store app for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft redesigned the Microsoft Store from the ground up in Windows 11, making space for more content, keeping the user experience simple and responsive. It will help you discover and install the best apps, games, movies and even special offers – like unique movie discounts for Xbox Game Pass members. All the content in the Microsoft Store is tested for security, family safety and device compatibility. If the Microsoft Store app doesn't open, hangs, or not working correctly, then re-registering it will usually fix the issue. Reference...
Apps
Check if Modern Standby is Supported in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to check if the Modern Standby (S0 Low Power Idle) sleep state is supported by your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC. In Windows 10 and Windows 11, there are two power models for PCs: S3 and Modern Standby (S0 Low Power Idle). The S3 power model is an older standard and is not capable of the instant on that consumers expect from modern devices. Modern Standby is capable of leveraging all the capabilities of a modern chipset and can be integrated across the breadth of tablets and PCs today. The first iteration of Modern Standby was Connected Standby, which first shipped in Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Modern Standby expands upon the Windows 8.x Connected Standby concept, allowing for flexibility in component...
System
Turn On or Off Auto Start Voice Access after Sign in to Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off automatically start voice access after sign in for your account in Windows 11. Voice access is a new feature in Windows 11 that enables everyone, including people with mobility disabilities, to control their PC and author text using only their voice and without an internet connection. For example, you can open and switch between apps, browse the web, and read and author email using your voice. Voice access includes an interactive guide that explains how to complete common tasks using your voice. In addition to the interactive guide, you can access a complete list of commands by asking “what can I say?” when voice access is listening. You can also access the complete set of voice access...
Accessibility

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