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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
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
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
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
Create GIF with Snipping Tool app in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to export (save) a screen recording as a GIF with the Snipping Tool app in Windows 11. Starting with the Snipping Tool app version 11.2505.21.0, Microsoft is adding GIF export for screen recordings – designed to boost your productivity and turn quick captures into shareable moments. Reference: https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/06/19/gif-export-in-snipping-tool-begins-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders/ Here's How: 1 Open the Snipping Tool app from the Start Menu, or press the Win + Shift + Skeys. 2 Record a video of an area on your screen you want included in the GIF. https://www.elevenforum.com/t/record-screen-with-snipping-tool-app-in-windows-11.11190/ 3 If the recorded video is over...
Apps
Pin or Unpin Extensions on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to pin and unpin extension icons on the toolbar in 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 add extensions to Microsoft Edge from the Microsoft Edge Add-ons Store by default whenever you want. If you like, you can also allow to add extensions to Microsoft Edge from other sources like the Chrome Web Store. You can pin (add) or unpin (remove) icons of installed extensions on the toolbar in Microsoft Edge without needing to turn off or uninstall the extension. Option One: Unpin Extension from Toolbar in Microsoft Edge Option Two: Pin or Unpin...
Browsers and Mail
Enable or Disable Require Sign-in on Wakeup in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable to require sign-in on wakeup from sleep, hibernate, or Modern Standby for all users in Windows 11. To help secure your PC, Windows requires users to sign in on wakeup from sleep, hibernate, or resuming from Modern Standby (if supported) by default. You must be signed in as an administrator to enable or disable require sign-in on wakeup. Option One: Turn On or Off Require Sign-in on Wakeup from Modern Standby in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Require Sign-in on Wakeup from Modern Standby using REG file Option Three: Turn On or Off Require Sign-in on Wakeup from Sleep or Hibernate in Settings Option Four: Turn On or Off Require Sign-in on Wakeup from Sleep or Hibernate using...
Accounts
Repair Windows Search and Index in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to repair the Search Engine feature for Windows Search and search indexing in Windows 10 and Windows 11. You can use Windows Search to find your apps, files, settings, help, and more on Windows—plus unlock the power of the web with quick access to online information like time zone conversions, fact lookup, trending searches, and search results for navigating to websites faster. You can also use Search to find files and people in your work or school organization through  Microsoft Search.  Uninstalling and reinstalling the Search Engine feature can repair many issues with Windows Search and indexing. If the Search policy is missing in the Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) locations below, then...
General
Change Icon of Drive in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to change the icon of a drive to any icon for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. A drive icon is a graphical representation of a drive in File Explorer > This PC. Windows will use a default icon for a drive based on what type of drive it is, such as a network drive, mapped drive, USB drive, internal drive, external drive, DVD drive, Windows drive, etc... If you like, you can use your own custom icon for a drive instead of the default icon assigned to the drive by Windows. Option One: Change Icon of Drive for Current User in Registry Editor Option Two: Change Icon of Drive for All Users in Registry Editor Option Three: Change Icon of Drive using autorun.inf File EXAMPLE...
Personalization
Enable or Disable Automatically Sign in Account at Startup in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable automatically sign in to a specific account at startup to boot directly to the desktop in Windows 11. By default at the startup of Windows 11, you need to dismiss the Lock screen, select the account you want to sign in to on the Sign-in screen, and sign in to the account using the selected sign-in option (ex: password, picture password, PIN (Windows Hello), facial recognition (Windows Hello), or fingerprint (Windows Hello). You must be signed in as an administrator to enable or disable automatically sign in to a specific account at startup. If you entered an incorrect password (not PIN) into netplwiz, you will get a The user name or password is incorrect. Try again. message at...
Accounts
Turn On or Off "Notify when apps request location" in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off "Notify when apps request location" for your account in Windows 11. The setting in this tutorial is no longer available in Windows 11. Microsoft operates a location service that helps determine the precise geographic location of your Windows device. The precise location of your device allows apps to give you directions, show shops and restaurants that are near you, and more. Many apps and services request location information from your device, and the Windows location service gives you control over which apps are allowed to access your precise location. Starting with Windows 11 build 25977, Microsoft added a toggle to turn on or off "Notify when apps request location" to help you...
Privacy and Security
Enable or Disable Extension Developer Mode in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable extension developer mode in Microsoft Edge for your account or all users 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. Developer Mode in Microsoft Edge allows developers to load and test extensions without publishing them to the Edge Add-ons store. It enables features like loading unpacked extensions, debugging, and updating extensions during development. Microsoft strongly recommends turning off developer mode in Microsoft Edge when not needed for the following reasons: Extensions not verified or certified by Microsoft can be side loaded through developer mode and hence...
Browsers and Mail

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