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Enable or Disable Show Timer in Clock app when Start Focus Session in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Show Timer in Clock app when Start Focus Session in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable showing the timer in the Clock app on the desktop by default whenever you start a focus session 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. When you start a focus session, a focus period timer in the Clock app appears on the desktop by default. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/focus-stay-on-task-without-distractions-in-windows-cbcc9ddb-8164-43fa-8919-b9a2af072382 EXAMPLE: Focus period timer in Click app on...
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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) and build 26220.8340 (Beta 25H2), 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 control, with a simple setting to turn promotional app...
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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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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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Reset Local Security Policy Settings to Default in Windows 11

System Reset Local Security Policy Settings to Default in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to reset Local Security Policy settings back to default all at once in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) is a Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in with rules that administrators can configure on a computer or multiple devices for the purpose of protecting resources on a device or network. The Security Settings extension of the Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) snap-in allows you to define security configurations as part of a Group Policy Object (GPO). Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) is only available in the Windows 10/11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions, but all policies can be manually configured using Registry Editor in any edition of Windows...
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Change Lid Close Action in Windows 11

System Change Lid Close Action in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the default action to take when closing the lid of your laptop in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The lid switch close action specifies the action to take when the system lid is closed. Users can specify one of the following actions to take: Do Nothing = No action is taken when the system lid is closed. Sleep = The system enters sleep when the system lid is closed. Hibernate = The system enters hibernate when the system lid is closed. Shut Down = The system shuts down when the system lid is closed. Starting with Windows 11 build 29550.1000 (Canary), changes to global power settings (for example, Display, Sleep, Hibernate timeouts, Power/Sleep button, and lid close actions) from Settings are now...
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Enable or Disable Hidden Feature Flags in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Hidden Feature Flags in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable hidden experimental feature flags in Windows 11. ViVeTool is an open source tool that can be used to enable hidden features that are part of controlled feature roll-outs or A/B testing in Insider builds of Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26220.8148 (Beta 25H2) and build 26300.8155 (Dev 25H2), Microsoft is developing a hidden Feature Flags page in Settings to make it easier to turn on or off hidden features. If you don't have this (Option One) available in these builds yet and would like to try it now, then you can use the vivetool /enable /id:60911173 command with Option Two to enable this. You must be signed in as administrator to enable or disable hidden feature flags...
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Change Power Mode in Windows 11

System Change Power Mode in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how change the power mode for your account in Windows 11. Power mode allows you to optimize your Windows 11 device based on power use and performance. Choose the power mode that works for you and what you want to do on your Windows 11 PC. This lets you determine what’s important to you—getting the best battery life, best performance, or a balance between the two. You can choose between the Best Power Efficiency, Balanced (default), or Best Performance power mode. Best power efficiency = Saves power by reducing PC performance and screen brightness. If you're using a laptop, this mode can help you get the most from a single battery charge. Balanced = Offers full performance when you need it and saves power...
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Turn On or Off Hide Content of Notifications on Lock Screen in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Hide Content of Notifications on Lock Screen in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off hide content when notifications are on the lock screen for your account in Windows 11. Notifications are alerts from apps, system, and other senders. Windows 11 shows notifications on the lock screen (Win+L), Notification Center (Win+N), and notification banners at the lower-right corner of the screen above the taskbar on the main display. You can choose to hide content of notifications from apps when on the lock screen for privacy. Option One: Turn On or Off Hide Content of Notifications from App on Lock Screen in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Hide Content of Notifications from App on Lock Screen in Registry Editor EXAMPLE: Hide or show content of notification from app...
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