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Enable or Disable Microsoft Defender SmartScreen Phishing Protection Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Microsoft Defender SmartScreen Phishing Protection Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Microsoft Defender SmartScreen Enhanced Phishing protection in Windows 11. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen protects against phishing or malware websites and applications, and the downloading of potentially malicious files. Starting with Windows 11 build 22593, Microsoft is introducing two powerful new features that strike against the most common cyberattack techniques: phishing and targeted malware. New in Windows 11 is enhanced phishing detection and protection built into Windows with Microsoft Defender SmartScreen. This new feature will help protect users from phishing attacks by identifying and alerting users when they are entering their Microsoft credentials into a malicious...
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Save Search Query in Windows 11

General Save Search Query in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to save a search query in File Explorer in Windows 11. You can save a search query as a Search Folder, a virtual folder displayed in File Explorer under the Searches folder. Opening a Search Folder runs the saved search and displays up-to-date results. The saved search file stores the query in a format Windows Search can act on, specifying what to search for, where to search, and how to present the results. The saved search is generated from an XML file (*.search-ms) in the %userprofile%\Searches folder. You can Pin to Start, Pin to Quick access, or move the saved search to where you like to use it from. Reference: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/search/-search-savedsearchfileformat...
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Install or Uninstall Wireless Display app in Windows 11

Apps Install or Uninstall Wireless Display app in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to install or uninstall the Wireless Display app for all users in Windows 11. If you’re working on a Windows PC and want the apps and content from another device to show on your PC screen, you’ll want to consider mirroring that device‘s screen or projecting it to your PC. The Wireless Display app allows other devices to wirelessly project to this PC's screen, and use its keyboard, mouse, and other devices too. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/hardware/display-graphics/screen-mirroring-and-projecting-to-your-pc-or-wireless-display Wireless Display requires Miracast capable hardware. You must be signed in as an administrator to install or uninstall the Wireless Display app...
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Restyle Image in Photos app in Windows 11

Apps Restyle Image in Photos app in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to restyle an image in the Photos app on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs. The Microsoft Photos app is a built-in application for Windows operating systems that allows users to view, organize, edit, and share their photos and videos. With its user-friendly interface and a wide range of features, it serves as a versatile tool for managing digital media on Windows devices. With Restyle Image, you can add original, contextual AI-generated styles to your photos, by either choosing one of our curated, pre-built style options and adjusting the creativity level, or by creating your own custom style with a text description. Restyle Image lets you transform any photo with a single click. Use it to turn a landscape shot...
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Enable or Disable Grammar and Spellcheck Assistance in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Grammar and Spellcheck Assistance in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable grammar and spellcheck assistance in Microsoft Edge for your account or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Edge has a built-in spellcheck feature that you can choose to use Microsoft Editor or Basic with. When Microsoft Editor is selected, Microsoft Edge sends your typed text to a Microsoft cloud service that processes the text to detect spelling and grammar errors. Typed text data sent for spelling and grammar check is not stored and is deleted after processing. Editor provides enhanced grammar, spelling, and style suggestions to help you write confidently across the web. Editor in Microsoft Edge runs in textboxes where spellcheck isn't already supported by websites...
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Add or Remove Words for Spellcheck Dictionary in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Add or Remove Words for Spellcheck Dictionary in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove words for spellcheck (writing assistance) custom dictionary in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Edge has a built-in spellcheck feature that you can choose to use Microsoft Editor or Basic with. Microsoft Edge built-in online dictionary is a helpful tool that makes browsing the web and expanding your vocabulary much easier. This feature lets you quickly look up the definition of any word on a webpage without leaving the page. In addition, you can customize your dictionary by adding new words and lingo that aren’t already recognized. In addition to the standard definition tool, Microsoft Edge encourages you to customize your dictionary to suit your...
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Enable or Disable to Allow Wake Timers in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable to Allow Wake Timers in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable to allow wake timers to wake the computer in Windows 10 and Windows 11. A wake timer is a timed event that wakes the computer from a sleep or hibernate state at a specific time to perform scheduled tasks. Important wake timers includes things like a required reboot after a Windows update. They supersede all other settings. Option One: Enable or Disable to Allow Wake Timers in Power Options Option Two: Enable or Disable to Allow Wake Timers using Command Enable or Disable to Allow Wake Timers in Power Options 1 Open the advanced power settings of a power plan you want to enable or disable wake timers for. This will usually be for your active power plan. 2 Expand open Sleep in...
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Enable or Disable Windows Spotlight on Desktop Background in Windows 11

Personalization Enable or Disable Windows Spotlight on Desktop Background in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Windows Spotlight on the desktop background for your account, specific users, or all users in Windows 11. You can have Windows Spotlight as a theme and display different background images on your desktop and lock screen in Windows 11. If wanted, you can enable or disable the ability to set Windows Spotlight as the desktop background using the group policy in this tutorial. Reference: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/configuration/windows-spotlight/?pivots=windows-11 You must be signed in as an administrator to enable or disable Windows Spotlight on the desktop background. Option One: Enable or Disable Windows Spotlight on Desktop Background for All or Specific Users...
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Change Power Plan Settings in Windows 11

System Change Power Plan Settings in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the settings of a power plan to customize how you want in Windows 11. A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings that manages how your computer uses power. Power plans can help you save energy, maximize system performance, or achieve a balance between the two. A power plan is also known as a power scheme. Changes made to a power plan settings will affect all users that use the same power plan as their default active power scheme. Windows 11 includes the following power plans by default: Balanced = Offers full performance when you need it and saves power when you don't. This is the best power plan for most people. Allows you to change your Power Mode. Power saver = Saves...
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Change Copilot Voice in Microsoft Edge, Web, and Windows 11

Apps Change Copilot Voice in Microsoft Edge, Web, and Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the voice used to talk to you by Copilot in Microsoft Edge, on the Web, and Windows 11. Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered digital assistant designed to help you with a range of tasks and activities. When you sign in to Copilot with your Microsoft account Copilot uses your Microsoft account to provide personalized assistance and access by default to a wide range of features. For example, saving and syncing your Copilot chat history on all devices you sign in to Copilot with the same Microsoft account. Microsoft is making it easier than ever to connect with your companion using Copilot Voice. This is the most intuitive and natural way to brainstorm on the go, ask a quick question or even just...
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Enable or Disable Context Clues for Copilot in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Context Clues for Copilot in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to to turn on or off allowing Copilot to read context clues on the web in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Edge is your AI-powered browser. With Copilot in Microsoft Edge, you can get answers to your questions without leaving the tab or window that you're already in. Ask Copilot to help you make decisions, research topics, or summarize web pages or PDFs to find exactly what you're seeking. Copilot may give better answers based on the current webpage, browser history, or your preferences in Microsoft Edge. When you submit a prompt to Copilot in Microsoft Edge, Microsoft may use multiple sources of information to help answer in a way that is relevant and helpful to...
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Add or Remove Copilot Toolbar icon in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Add or Remove Copilot Toolbar icon in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Copilot Chat icon on the toolbar in Microsoft Edge 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. The Copilot Chat icon shows on the toolbar by default in Microsoft Edge. You can hover or click/tap on the Copilot icon or press the Ctrl + Shift + . keys to start a chat with Copilot in Edge. Signing into Copilot using your personal Microsoft...
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