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Enable or Disable Open Links with Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) in Windows 11

Virtualization Enable or Disable Open Links with Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable opening supported links with Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) by default for your account in Windows 11. The Amazon Appstore app gets installed as part of installing Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA). WSA enables your Windows 11 device to run Android apps available from the Amazon Appstore. By default, supported web links will open with Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) via the Amazon Appstore app. For example, if you click/tap on an Amazon track package link in your email app like below, it may try to open with WSA by default instead of your default web browser (ex: Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome). If you are having issues with links you can't stop from trying to open...
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Add or Remove Notification Bell icon on Taskbar in Windows 11

Personalization Add or Remove Notification Bell icon on Taskbar in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the notification bell icon on the taskbar corner for your account in Windows 11. Notifications will now show as a bell in the system tray and when new notifications come through, the bell will colorize based on your system accent color. When there are no notifications and the clock is visible, the bell will be empty. You can turn on (add) or off (remove) showing the notification bell icon on the taskbar system tray (corner) on demand. Option One: Add or Remove Notification Bell icon on Taskbar in Settings Option Two: Add or Remove Notification Bell icon on Taskbar using REG file Option Three: Add or Remove Notification Bell icon on Taskbar in Registry Editor EXAMPLE: Add or...
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Search in Windows 11 File Explorer

General Search in Windows 11 File Explorer

This tutorial will show you how to use advanced search options and filters while searching for files in Windows 11 File Explorer. The Search Box in File Explorer allows you to find and view all your files and folders in one place. As you type in the Search Box, Windows Search will automatically start a simple search through the index by default to match your typed text with folder names, files names, the contents of files, and file properties. It will then display the search results in File Explorer. You can then use advanced search options and filters to narrow your search results how you want. Improved Windows Search experiences, powered by AI models that take advantage of the on-board neural processing unit (NPU) on Copilot+ PCs...
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Check Wi-Fi Network Band in Windows 11

Network and Internet Check Wi-Fi Network Band in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to check what frequency band (6GHz, 5GHz, or 2.4GHz) your Wi-Fi network is currently connected to in Windows 11. Wi-Fi is a wireless local area network (WLAN) technology and standard that uses high-frequency radio waves to provide wireless Internet and network connections to your Windows device. Windows 11 supports the latest wireless technologies standard from WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance) including Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7, and WPA3. Wi-Fi 6 is the sixth generation of Wi-Fi that improves efficiency, flexibility, and scalability, providing higher speeds and capacity for modern applications. Wi-Fi 7 is the latest generation that promises even faster speeds and improved latency, network capacity, and overall stability...
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Change Preferred Band for Wi-Fi adapter in Windows 11

Network and Internet Change Preferred Band for Wi-Fi adapter in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the preferred band (6GHz, 5GHz, or 2.4GHz) to use by default for a Wi-Fi network adapter in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Wi-Fi is a wireless local area network (WLAN) technology and standard that uses high-frequency radio waves to provide wireless Internet and network connections to your Windows device. When you connect to a Wi-Fi network with multiple bands, Windows 10 and Windows 11 will automatically connect to a supported band with the strongest signal by default. This may not always be ideal if you get connected to the slower 2.4GHz band instead of a faster 5GHz or 6GHz band. You can set a preferred band to force your Wi-Fi adapter to prioritize one supported band over the other when...
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Enable or Disable Extensions from Other Stores in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Extensions from Other Stores in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable allowing extensions to be added from other (third-party) stores like the Chrome Web Store to Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Extensions, or add-ons, are simple tools that customize your browser experience and offer you more control in Microsoft Edge. You can get extensions verified by Microsoft for Microsoft Edge from the Microsoft Edge Add-ons Store. You can also get extensions for Microsoft Edge from other stores like the Chrome Web Store. Microsoft does not verify extensions installed from third-party stores. You can turn on or off allowing extensions from other stores in Microsoft Edge on demand. Reference...
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Enable or Disable Automatic Sign in on Microsoft Edge in Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Automatic Sign in on Microsoft Edge in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable automatic sign in on Microsoft Edge for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. By default, if you're not signed in currently on Microsoft Edge, Microsoft will automatically sign you in by using your sign in info from other Microsoft sites like Outlook. You can turn on or off "Automatic sign in on Microsoft Edge" for your account in Microsoft Edge settings. You can use the WebToBrowserSignInEnabled Edge policy to allow users to sign in to the same account in Microsoft Edge when a user signs in to a Microsoft website. If this policy is enabled or not configured, users are able to get sign in CTA or seamless sign in experience (if SeamlessWebToBrowserSignInEnabled is...
Browsers and Mail
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Turn On or Off Hide Pointer While Typing in Windows 11

Accessibility Turn On or Off Hide Pointer While Typing in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off hide pointer while typing for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows hides the mouse pointer by default while typing to ensure the pointer doesn't block your view of the text you're typing. The Hide pointer while typing setting and others are saved together in the UserPreferencesMask binary value in the registry key HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop location for the current user. It is up to the app to honor this Hide pointer while typing setting, so this setting may not be supported by all apps. Option One: Turn On or Off Hide Pointer While Typing in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Hide Pointer While Typing in Control Panel Turn On or Off Hide Pointer...
Accessibility
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See List of Available Restore Points in Windows 11

Backup and Restore See List of Available Restore Points in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to see a list of all available restore points in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Turning on system protection for a drive allows System Restore to include the drive when restore points are created so you can undo undesired system changes by reverting to a previous point in time. System Restore monitors system changes and saves the system state as a restore point. If a system problem develops as a result of a system change, the user can return the system to a previous state using the data from a restore point. Restore points are created to let users select a previous system state. Each restore point contains the required information to restore the system to the selected state. Restore points are created...
Backup and Restore
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Add or Remove Settings Home page in Windows 11

Personalization Add or Remove Settings Home page in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Home page in Settings for all users in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 version 22H2 KB5030310 Build 22621.2361, Microsoft is introduced a new homepage in Settings that offers you a dynamic and personalized experience. It provides an overview of your device, quick access to key settings, and helps manage your Microsoft account. Microsoft created interactive cards that represent various device and account related settings, grouped by commonly accessed functions. Each card is optimized to offer the most relevant information and controls at your fingertips. In this release, you’ll see up to seven cards, with more coming soon. Here’s an overview of each card: Recommended settings...
Personalization
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Change Position of On-screen Indicators in Windows 11

System Change Position of On-screen Indicators in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the position of where hardware indicators appear on-screen by default for your account in Windows 11. When you change the brightness, volume, airplane mode, or virtual desktops from keyboard actions, you will see a on-screen indicator of that action at the bottom center position by default. Starting with Windows 11 build 262100.6725 (24H2), Microsoft is adding the option to move the hardware indicators for brightness, volume, airplane mode, and virtual desktops to different positions on your screen. Microsoft will support the current bottom position and new top left and top center positions on your screen. Option One: Change Position of On-screen Indicators in Settings Option Two: Change...
System
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Uninstall Microsoft Edge For Game Bar Widget in Windows 11

Gaming Uninstall Microsoft Edge For Game Bar Widget in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to uninstall the Microsoft Edge For Game Bar (formerly Microsoft Edge Game Assist) widget for your account in 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. Microsoft Edge Game Assist has been renamed to Microsoft Edge for Game Bar. Press the Windows :win: + G keys to open Windows Game Bar to access Microsoft Edge for Game Bar. Microsoft Edge For Game Bar comes included with...
Gaming
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