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Check if Printer or Scanner Supports Windows Protected Print Mode

Devices Check if Printer or Scanner Supports Windows Protected Print Mode

This tutorial will show you how to check if a printer or scanner is compatible with Windows protected print mode (WPP) in Windows 11. Windows protected print mode exclusively uses the Windows modern print stack which provides additional print security benefits on PCs. Enabling Windows protected print mode is highly recommended. The benefits of Windows protected print mode include: Increased PC security. Simplified and consistent printing experience, regardless of PC architecture. Removes the need to manage print drivers. Mopria certified printers are compatible with Windows protected print mode. Many existing printers are already compatible. Most new printers and over 120 million printers already sold are Mopria certified. Not all...
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Add or Remove Suggested Apps in Share dialog in Windows 11

System Add or Remove Suggested Apps in Share dialog in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off showing suggested apps in the Share dialog for your account in Windows 11. Windows Share in Windows 11 allows you to quickly share a link or file(s) with an app, email, nearby device, or phone. Starting with Windows 11 build 26300.8346 (Experimental 25H2), build 26220.8340 (Beta 25H2), build 26100.9267 (RP 24H2), and build 26200.9267 (RP 25H2) for Insiders, the Windows ShareSheet just got smarter for AAD users. You can now discover and install relevant apps right where you share - no need to jump to the Microsoft Store or interrupt your flow. Previously available only to MSA users, this experience now extends to AAD accounts, bringing greater flexibility and convenience. You’re also in...
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Enable or Disable Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off the Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Starting with Windows 10 (KB5018482) and Windows 11 (KB5018483 and KB5018496), the Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist is enabled by default. The vulnerable driver blocklist is also enforced when either memory integrity (also known as hypervisor-protected code integrity or HVCI), Smart App Control, or S mode is active. Users can opt in to HVCI using the Windows Security app, and HVCI is on by-default for most new Windows 11 devices. The vulnerable driver blocklist is designed to help harden systems against third party-developed drivers across the Windows ecosystem with any of the following...
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Add or Remove Run as administrator Context Menu in Windows 11

Accounts Add or Remove Run as administrator Context Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Run as administrator context menu item for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows runs desktops apps and application files (ex: .bat, .cmd, .exe, and .msc file types) in user mode by default without elevated administrator rights unless it prompts you with UAC to run elevated (highest privileges). When you use Run as administrator on a desktop app or application file, you are allowing it to run with full administrator access to everything on the computer. This means you are giving it special permissions to access restricted parts of the computer that would otherwise be off-limits. This could be a potential security risk if not a trusted app or application file, but sometimes...
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See Screenshot and Screen Recording Recent Activity by Apps in Windows 11

Privacy and Security See Screenshot and Screen Recording Recent Activity by Apps in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to see which apps have requested to take screenshots or record screen for your account in Windows 11. When an allowed app take screenshots or record the screen, it gets logged in recent activity. You can review screenshot or screen recording recent activity requests by apps in the last 7 days. This can be helpful for privacy and to turn off apps you don't want to allow the ability to take screenshots and record screen. Here's How: 1 Open Settings (Win+I). 2 Click/tap on Privacy & security on the left side, and click/tap on Screenshots and screen recording on the right side under "App permissions". (see screenshot below) Open Screenshots and screen recording Settings 3 Under, Let apps take...
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Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off screen rotation lock in Windows 11. A tablet and some hybrid laptop (ex: 2-in-1) devices are designed to rotate the built-in display automatically in a portrait or landscape orientation as you turn it so that what you see on the screen is always right side up. If you like, you can turn on or off rotation lock in Windows 11 to allow (off) or prevent (on) the auto-rotation of your screen as needed. Display orientation settings will be disabled and grayed out when Rotate lock is turned off. Option One: Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock using Keyboard Shortcut Option Two: Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in Quick Settings Option Three: Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in...
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Turn On or Off OneDrive Folder Backup Syncing Across Windows 11 Devices

Backup and Restore Turn On or Off OneDrive Folder Backup Syncing Across Windows 11 Devices

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off OneDrive folder backup and sync for your Microsoft account across all your Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices you sign in with the same Microsoft account. You can use OneDrive to sync files and folders between your computer and the cloud, so you can get to your files from anywhere - your computer, your mobile device, and even through the OneDrive website at OneDrive.com. If you add, change, or delete a file or folder in your OneDrive folder, the file or folder is added, changed, or deleted on the OneDrive website and vice versa. You can work with your synced files directly in File Explorer and access your files even when you’re offline. Whenever you’re online, any changes that you or...
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Manually Update Microsoft Defender Antivirus Signature Version in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Manually Update Microsoft Defender Antivirus Signature Version in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to manually check and update the Microsoft Defender Antivirus security intelligence to the latest signature version in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is an antivirus software that is included in Windows 11 and can help protect your device from viruses, malware, and other threats. Microsoft continually updates security intelligence in antimalware products to cover the latest threats and to constantly tweak detection logic, enhancing the ability of Microsoft Defender Antivirus and other Microsoft antimalware solutions to accurately identify threats. This security intelligence works directly with cloud-based protection to deliver fast and powerful AI-enhanced, next-generation...
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Enable or Disable Drop Tray in Windows 11

Personalization Enable or Disable Drop Tray in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the Drag/Drop Tray feature for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.4202 (24H2) and build 22631.5413 (23H2), sharing files in Windows is getting a lot easier and quicker with the Drag Tray feature. When you start dragging a local file with mouse (or touch) from File Explorer or your desktop, a handy tray appears at the very top of your screen allowing you to drop the file into one of the displayed apps or choose “More…” to open the Windows share window. Starting with Windows 11 build 26220.6682 (Dev 25H2), build 26120.6682 (Beta 24H2), and build 27982.1 (Canary), Move to folder is gradually being added to the Drag Tray. Starting with Windows 11 build...
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Enable or Disable Passkey Autofill Access for Apps in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Passkey Autofill Access for Apps in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to allow or deny if apps can enumerate passkeys for all users in Windows 11. Passkeys provide a more secure and convenient method to logging into websites and apps compared to passwords. Unlike passwords, which users must remember and type, passkeys are stored as secrets on a device and can use a device's unlock mechanism (such as biometrics or a PIN). Passkeys can be used without the need for other sign-in challenges, making the authentication process faster, secure, and more convenient. You can use passkeys with any applications or websites that support them, to create and sign in with Windows Hello. Once a passkey is created and saved with Windows Hello, you can use your device's biometrics or PIN to...
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Enable or Disable Let Apps Communicate with Unpaired Devices in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Let Apps Communicate with Unpaired Devices in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable let apps communicate with unpaired devices feature for your account or all users in Windows 11. Your apps can automatically share and sync info with wireless devices that don't explicitly pair with your PC, tablet, or phone by default in Windows 11. This communicate with unpaired devices feature lets apps on your device share information with things like store-tracking beacons, which send you ads as you walk nearby. Reference: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/privacy/manage-connections-from-windows-operating-system-components-to-microsoft-services#1815-other-devices Option One: Turn On or Off Let Apps Communicate with Unpaired Devices for Current User in Settings Option...
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Enable or Disable Text and Image Generation for Apps in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Text and Image Generation for Apps in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off text and image generation for apps using generative AI for your account or all users in Windows 11. Text and image generation uses on-device generative Al technologies to quickly respond to requests. Starting with Windows 11 build 26120.4741 (Beta 24H2) and build 26200.5710 (Dev 25H2), you can now visit the Settings > Privacy & security > Text and image generation to see which third-party applications recently used generative AI models provided by Windows. This page gives you visibility into the specific apps leveraging local Windows provided generative AI models and allows you to control which apps are permitted to use them—putting you in charge of your device’s AI experience. The UI...
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