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Reset All Local Group Policy Settings to Default in Windows 11

System Reset All Local Group Policy Settings to Default in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to reset all Local Group Policy Editor settings back to the default "Not configured" state in Windows 10 and Windows 11. This will reset all group policies back to default whether they were configured in the Local Group Policy Editor or manually in Registry Editor. The Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) is a Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in that provides a single user interface through which all the the Computer Configuration and User Configuration settings of Local Group Policy objects can be managed. The Local Group Policy Editor 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...
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Check Battery Status for Estimated Time and Percentage Remaining in Windows 11

System Check Battery Status for Estimated Time and Percentage Remaining in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to check the battery status for estimated time and percentage remaining in Windows 11. If you have a Windows 11 device that runs on battery power, you can check the battery status to see the estimated time and percentage remaining battery life left to know when to charge the battery. Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.7019 (24H2) and build 26200.7019 (25H2), the new and improved battery icons, featuring color indicators and battery percentage, now appear in the lower-right corner of the lock screen. They have been designed to communicate the battery status of your PC with just a quick glance. References...
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Enable or Disable Reserved Storage in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Reserved Storage in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the Reserved Storage feature in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Disabling reserved storage will free up the hard drive space reserved by reserved storage. To make sure your device can successfully update and that it runs its best, Windows reserves a portion of storage space on your device for use by temporary files, caches, and other files. When your device is low on space, Windows will clear reserved storage so it can be used for other processes, like a Windows update. Reserving storage also helps keep disk space usage on your device more predictable and more stable. How does it work? When apps and system processes create temporary files, these files will automatically be placed into...
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Analyze and Clean Up Component Store (WinSxS folder) in Windows 11

System Analyze and Clean Up Component Store (WinSxS folder) in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to analyze and clean up the component store (WinSxS folder) to reduce its size in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The WinSxS folder is located in the Windows folder, for example C:\Windows\WinSxS. It’s the location for Windows Component Store files. The Windows Component Store is used to support the functions needed for the customization and updating of Windows. Here are some examples of how the Windows Component Store files are used: Using Windows Update to install new component versions. This keeps systems secure and up-to-date. Enabling or disabling Windows features. Adding roles or features using Server Manager. Moving systems between different Windows Editions. System recovery from corruption or boot...
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Check Time Until Battery Fully Charged in Windows 11

System Check Time Until Battery Fully Charged in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to check to see how much time until the battery is fully charged in Windows 11. If you have a Windows 11 device that runs on battery power, you can check the "Time until fully charged" for the system battery while plugged in and charging. Tip: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/pc-is-charging-slowly-or-discharging-while-it-s-plugged-in-cd304490-7f8c-1838-40a6-3394ff525dbd Option One: Check Time Until Battery Fully Charged from Quick Settings Option Two: Check Time Until Battery Fully Charged from Settings Check Time Until Battery Fully Charged from Quick Settings 1 Open Quick Settings (Win+A). 2 Click/tap on the battery indicator at the bottom left in Quick Settings. (see screenshot...
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Turn On or Off Energy Saver in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Energy Saver in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off energy saver for all users in Windows 11. Energy Saver replaces battery saver and exists on Windows 11 24H2 and later versions. It significantly extends battery life and reduces energy consumption by automatically managing power usage across your system and apps for an optimal balance of PC performance and energy efficiency. It can be toggled on and off or configured to run automatically whenever the device reaches a certain battery percentage. While optimized to extend battery life, energy saver will be available when PCs are plugged in (this also includes desktop PCs) for those aiming to conserve energy all the time. Display brightness is automatically reduced up to 30% by default...
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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. If you don't have this feature available in the builds above yet and would like to try...
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Enable or Disable Snap Layouts for Maximize Button in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Snap Layouts for Maximize Button in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable showing snap layouts when hovering over a maximize button for your account in Windows 11. The Snap windows feature in Windows allows you to automatically resize and arrange windows on your screen. Windows 11 includes a Snap Layouts feature that allows you to select how to snap the current window. Just hover your mouse over a window’s maximize button to see available snap layouts, then click on a zone to snap the window. You’ll then be guided to snap windows to the rest of the zones within the layout with guided snap assist. For smaller screens, you’ll be offered a set of 4 snap layouts. You can also invoke the snap layouts flyout with the Win + Z keyboard shortcut. Starting with...
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Enable or Disable Dolby Vision HDR mode for Display in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Dolby Vision HDR mode for Display in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off use Dolby Vision HDR mode for a display in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.4202 (24H2), on PCs with Dolby Vision, a new switch lets you turn Dolby Vision on or off independently of HDR—giving you more control over your viewing experience. You can now enjoy HDR with Dolby Vision either on or off based on your preference. For Dolby Vision certified monitors, Windows will automatically choose Dolby Vision when it is available. However, some monitors may limit peak brightness in Dolby Vision mode, which may not be desired. To enable a non-certified HDR10 mode that may have higher brightness in some circumstances, you can disable Dolby Vision mode. References...
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Enable or Disable HDR Video Streaming even when HDR is Off in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable HDR Video Streaming even when HDR is Off in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable allowing HDR video streaming even when HDR is off for your account in Windows 11. HDR content offers better brightness and color capabilities compared to traditional content (sometimes called standard dynamic range [SDR] content). Traditional content typically shows details in a bright part of a scene or a darker part of a scene but not in both parts at the same time. For example, if the shot focuses on a bright window in the scene, details in the shadow are lost. Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.4202 (24H2), a new "Allow HDR video streaming even when HDR is off" setting has been added that gets applied to all displays. Option One: Enable or Disable HDR Video Streaming even...
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Activate Windows 11

System Activate Windows 11

This tutorial will show you available options to legally activate your Windows 11 PC. Activation helps verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms allow. When you purchase an OEM PC that comes with Windows 11 preinstalled, it will come with a Windows 11 product key embedded in the UEFI firmware chip to automatically activate Windows 11. If your license or product key doesn’t match the Windows edition (ex: Home vs Pro) you bought or are entitled to, Windows will not activate. To activate Windows 11, you will need either a digital license linked to your Microsoft account or a product key. A digital license (called a digital entitlement in Windows 11) is a...
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Enable or Disable Adaptive Color in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Adaptive Color in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Adaptive Color for display for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Adaptive Color is a feature that uses Ambient Color Sensors (ACS) to automatically adjust the color and intensity of your display to match the ambient light, so that images appear more natural. It adjusts the white point of a display to match the current ambient lighting environment as measured by supported ACS. Here's why implementing Adaptive Color is beneficial: Consistent Visual Experience: Adaptive Color uses advanced sensors to adjust your display's color and intensity to match the ambient light. Whether you're working under the harsh fluorescents of an office or the soft glow of a reading lamp, Adaptive...
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