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Change Default Microphone for Voice Typing in Windows 11

Accessibility Change Default Microphone for Voice Typing in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to select a default microphone to use for Voice Typing for your account in Windows 11. Voice typing allows you to enter text on your PC by speaking. When you connect more than one microphone input device to your PC, you can select which microphone you want to use by default for Voice Typing. The selected microphone will be used by Voice Typing no matter which default microphone you selected to use by Windows. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/use-voice-typing-to-talk-instead-of-type-on-your-pc-fec94565-c4bd-329d-e59a-af033fa5689f Here's How: 1 Start voice typing (Win+H). 2 Click/tap on the Settings (gear) button on the voice typing menu. (see screenshot below) 3 Click/tap...
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Change Voice Typing "Wait time before acting" in Windows 11

Accessibility Change Voice Typing "Wait time before acting" in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the Voice Typing "Wait time before acting" on voice command setting for your account in Windows 11. Voice typing allows you to enter text on your PC by speaking. Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.7705 (24H2) and build 26200.7705 (25H2), and build 28020.1619 (Canary 26H1), Microsoft is introducing a new Wait time before acting setting in Voice Typing, allowing users to configure the delay before a voice command is executed. This provides greater flexibility for users with varying speech patterns, enabling more accurate recognition whether speaking slowly or quickly. Reference...
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Customize OEM Support Information in Windows 11

Personalization Customize OEM Support Information in Windows 11

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...
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Enable or Disable Show Shortened Time and Date on Taskbar in Windows 11

Personalization Enable or Disable Show Shortened Time and Date on Taskbar in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off show shortened (abbreviated) time and date on the taskbar system tray clock for your account in Windows 11. The clock on the taskbar system tray shows the system time and date by default. The Show abbreviated time and date setting in this tutorial is no longer available. Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.4541 (23H2) and build 22631.4534 (24H2), the system tray shows a shortened date and time. Also, the notification bell icon might not show if you have set the toggle for “Do not disturb” to on. If the bell icon does not show, click the date and time to view your messages in the notification center. You can also get to these settings using the context menu. Just right click the...
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Enable or Disable Enhanced Sign-in Security in Windows 11

Accounts Enable or Disable Enhanced Sign-in Security in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Enhanced Sign-in Security for all users in Windows 11. Windows Hello enables biometrics or PIN authentication, eliminating the need for a password. Biometric authentication uses facial recognition or fingerprint to prove a user's identity in a way that's secure, personal, and convenient. Malicious users and attackers constantly try to come up with new ways to access your device and access sensitive information. To stop them, you need a secure sign-in process that begins at the biometric sensor, and ends where your profile is stored. Enhanced Sign-in Security (ESS) provides an additional level of security to biometric data with the use of specialized hardware and software...
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Unblock File Downloaded from Internet in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Unblock File Downloaded from Internet in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you different ways on how to unblock files downloaded from the Internet depending on how they were blocked in Windows 11. When you download files from the Internet, Windows 11 shows you a security warning every time you try to open it by default. Some file types are blocked from opening. The Attachment Manager is included in Windows to help protect your PC from unsafe attachments that you might receive with an e-mail message and from unsafe files that you might save from the Internet. If the Attachment Manager identifies an attachment that might be unsafe, the Attachment Manager prevents (blocks) you from opening the file, or it warns you before you open the file. It uses the IAttachmentExecute application...
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Automatically Switch Between Light and Dark Mode with PowerToys in Windows 11

Personalization Automatically Switch Between Light and Dark Mode with PowerToys in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to automatically switch your Windows theme between between light and dark mode on a schedule with PowerToys Light Switch for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft PowerToys is a free set of utilities for power users to tune and streamline their Windows experience for greater productivity. Light Switch is a PowerToys utility that automatically switches your Windows theme between light and dark modes based on time of day. You can configure Light Switch to change themes automatically using sunrise and sunset times in your location, or set custom schedules that work best for your daily routine. Benefits of using Light Switch include: Reduced eye strain - Dark themes are easier on your eyes...
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Enable or Disable Copilot Journeys in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Copilot Journeys in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Copilot Journeys in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Edge is the AI-powered browser. A smarter way to browse. As the only browser built and optimized for Windows, it’s AI-powered tools are designed to help you make the most of your time online. Whether you’re searching, shopping or gaming, AI-powered tools and a security-first approach help you stay productive, save money, and get things done your way. Browsing the web often spans multiple tabs, sessions, and days. Keeping track of tasks can be overwhelming. Copilot Journeys transform your browser into a smart assistant that helps you resume tasks and move forward efficiently. It automatically...
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Enable or Disable Copilot Theme in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Copilot Theme in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable using a Copilot inspired theme in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Edge is the AI-powered browser. A smarter way to browse. As the only browser built and optimized for Windows, it’s AI-powered tools are designed to help you make the most of your time online. Whether you’re searching, shopping or gaming, AI-powered tools and a security-first approach help you stay productive, save money, and get things done your way. Copilot Mode is now available in Microsoft Edge to try as a new experimental mode. Starting at the end of May 2025, users may see suggested work and productivity-related Copilot prompts by their search box on the NTP page. Also...
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Enable or Disable Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Edge is the AI-powered browser. A smarter way to browse. As the only browser built and optimized for Windows, it’s AI-powered tools are designed to help you make the most of your time online. Whether you’re searching, shopping or gaming, AI-powered tools and a security-first approach help you stay productive, save money, and get things done your way. Copilot Mode is now available in Microsoft Edge to try as a new experimental mode. Starting at the end of May 2025, users may see suggested work and productivity-related Copilot prompts by their search box on the NTP page. Also, users may see the...
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Restyle Image in Paint app in Windows 11

Apps Restyle Image in Paint app in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to restyle an image in the Paint app on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs. The Paint app included in Windows 11 is a simple and powerful graphics editor with a range of uses. You can edit images quickly or create masterpieces with the tools in this app. Once you’re done, you’ll be able to save and share your files in almost any format. Starting with Paint app version 11.2509.441.0 and higher for Windows Insiders in the Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels on Windows 11, Microsoft is introducing Restyle, an AI-powered feature that lets you transform the art style of images on the canvas. Restyle will be available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. To use Restyle, you will need to sign in to the Paint app with your...
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Enable or Disable Thumbnail Previews in File Explorer in Windows 11

General 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. UPDATE 10/22/2025: Starting with Windows security updates released on and after October 14, 2025...
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