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Reset Screen Tint to Default in Windows 11

Accessibility Reset Screen Tint to Default in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to completely reset Screen Tint back to default for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26300.8497 (Experimental), build 28120.2302 (Experimental 26H1), build 26220.8491 (Beta 25H2), build 28020.2298 (Beta 26H1), build 26100.8728 (RP 24H2), and build 26200.8728 (RP 25H2) for Insiders, 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...
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Change Screen Tint Color Strength in Windows 11

Accessibility Change Screen Tint Color Strength in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the Screen Tint color strength 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...
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Change Screen Tint Color in Windows 11

Accessibility Change Screen Tint Color in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the Screen Tint color 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 can...
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Open Devices and Printers in Windows 11

Devices Open Devices and Printers in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to open Devices and Printers in Windows 11. The Devices and Printers folder shows devices that are connected to a computer, including the document devices. When you try to open Devices and Printers from the Control Panel in Windows 11, it will now open to Settings > Bluetooth & devices instead. However, you can still open Devices and Printers. When you select a device in Devices and Printers, Device Stage shows the details for that device. Reference: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/print/device-experience-scenarios-for-document-devices Option One: Open Devices and Printers from Settings Option Two: Open Devices and Printers from Run EXAMPLE: Devices and Printers...
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Enable or Disable Passkey Access for Apps in Windows 11

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

This tutorial will show you how to allow or deny if apps can create and use passkeys for your account or 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...
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Change Audio Format of Sound Device in Windows 11

System Change Audio Format of Sound Device in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the sample rate and bit depth audio format of a sound device in Windows 11. You can adjust the sample rate and bit depth for both audio output (speakers/headphones) and input (microphones) for sound quality. Sample rate is the Hz frequency of how many times per second an analog signal is measured during the analog-to-digital conversion process. A higher sample rate captures more audio detail, particularly at higher frequencies, but increases file size and CPU usage. Bit depth determines the resolution of each sample, affecting the dynamic range and noise floor of the recording. Bit depth impacts how precisely the amplitude of a signal is measured. Higher bit depths offer more dynamic range...
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Enable or Disable Exclusive Mode for Audio Device in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Exclusive Mode for Audio Device in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable exclusive mode for audio devices in Windows 11. Exclusive mode allows applications to take exclusive control of an audio device, bypassing Windows audio processing and preventing other apps from using the device simultaneously.. You can also give exclusive mode applications priority. Starting with Windows 11 build 29576.1000 (Experimental (Future Platforms)), configuring exclusive mode for an audio device is now available in the Advanced section of the Properties for that device directly in Settings, so you don’t have to navigate to Control Panel to do it. Option One: Enable or Disable Exclusive Mode for Audio Device in Settings Option Two: Enable or Disable Exclusive Mode for...
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Enable or Disable Audio Hardware Acceleration in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Audio Hardware Acceleration in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable audio hardware acceleration for sound device(s) in Windows 11. Hardware acceleration allows certain audio tasks to be performed on the device or driver itself, freeing up the CPU from intensive work. Starting with Windows 11 build 29576.1000 (Experimental (Future Platforms)), if your audio device supports hardware acceleration, an option to allow hardware acceleration has now been added to the Advanced section in Properties for that device directly in Settings. Option One: Enable or Disable Audio Hardware Acceleration in Settings Option Two: Enable or Disable Audio Hardware Acceleration in Control Panel Enable or Disable Audio Hardware Acceleration in Settings 1 Open...
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Hide or Show Focus Session in Notification Center in Windows 11

System Hide or Show Focus Session in Notification Center in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to hide or show Focus session at the bottom of the Calendar in the taskbar Notification Center for your account in Windows 11. Focus is a Windows feature designed to help you stay on task by minimizing distractions. Whether you're working on an important project, studying for an exam, or simply need some uninterrupted time, Focus can help you maintain your concentration and productivity. Starting with Windows 11 build 26300.8276 (Dev), there's a hidden experimental feature that lets you choose to hide or show focus session at the bottom of the Notification Center. If you do not have this setting available in this build yet and would like to try it now, then you can enable it using the ViVeTool command...
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Check for Windows 11 Updates

Windows Update Check for Windows 11 Updates

This tutorial will show yo how to manually check for and install updates in Windows Update in Windows 11. In Windows 11, you decide when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely. When you update, you'll get the latest fixes and security improvements, helping your device run efficiently and stay protected. In most cases, restarting your device completes the update. Make sure your device is plugged in when you know updates will be installed. Windows 11 offers you the choice of when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely. If you're not ready to get recommended updates, you can choose to temporarily pause them from being downloaded and installed...
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Stop or Play Audio from Spotify during Focus Sessions in Windows 11

Apps Stop or Play Audio from Spotify during Focus Sessions in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to stop or play Spotify audio during a focus session period for your account in Windows 11. Focus is a Windows feature designed to help you stay on task by minimizing distractions. Whether you're working on an important project, studying for an exam, or simply need some uninterrupted time, Focus can help you maintain your concentration and productivity. You can link your Spotify account to the Clock app to play audio from Spotify during focus sessions to help you focus. You can turn on or off Automatically start music when starting a focus session as wanted. You can also manually stop or play audio from your linked Spotify during a focus session period. Closing the Spotify app will also stop playing...
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Uninstall or Reinstall Copilot app in Windows 11 and Windows 10

Apps Uninstall or Reinstall Copilot app in Windows 11 and Windows 10

This tutorial will show you different ways to uninstall or reinstall the Copilot app for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Experience Microsoft Copilot on Windows devices using the Copilot app! Copilot helps you get answers and inspiration from across the web, supports creativity and collaboration, and helps you focus on the task at hand. The Copilot app will be pinned to the taskbar by default. When you sign in to Copilot with your Microsoft account Copilot uses your Microsoft account to provide personalized assistance and access by default to a wide range of features. For example, saving and syncing your Copilot chat history on all devices you sign in to Copilot with the same Microsoft account. Copilot is...
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