This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Open in new tab context menu in File Explorer for all users in Windows 11.
Starting with Windows 11 build 25136 and build 22621.160, the title bar of File Explorer now has tabs to help you work across multiple locations at the same time.
You can right click on a drive, folder, or library location in File Explorer to see the Open in new tab context menu item.
You must be signed in as an administrator to add or remove the "Open in new tab" context menu.
This does not prevent users from using other methods to open a new tab in File Explorer.
Microsoft is beginning to roll this File Explorer Tabs feature out, so it isn’t available to all Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels just...
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Enable or Disable Drop Tray in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the Drop Tray feature for all users in Windows 11.- Brink
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Transfer Files and Settings to New Windows 11 PC using Windows Backup app
This tutorial will show you how to transfer your files, settings, and preferences from your previous (old) Windows 10/11 PC to your new Windows 11 PC during Windows Setup.- Brink
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Disable Automatic Windows Updates in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to disable Windows Update from automatically downloading and installing updates in Windows 10 and Windows 11.- Brink
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Enable or Disable Hidden Feature Flags in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable hidden experimental feature flags in Windows 11.- Brink
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Create Windows 11 Bootable USB Installation Media
This tutorial will show you how to create a bootable USB flash drive used to install Windows 11 with UEFI support.- Brink
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Add or Remove "Learn about this picture" Desktop icon
This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the "Learn about this picture" desktop icon when using Windows Spotlight as your desktop background for your account in Windows 11 and Windows 10.- Brink
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Use SFC to Repair System Files in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to run the System File Checker (SFC) tool to repair missing, corrupted, and modified system files in Windows 10 and Windows 11.- Brink
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Download Official Windows 11 ISO file from Microsoft
This tutorial will show you how to download an official Windows Server ISO or Windows 11 64-bit or ARM64 ISO file from Microsoft.- Brink
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Repair Install Windows 11 with an In-place Upgrade
This tutorial will show you how to do a repair install of Windows 11 by performing an in-place upgrade without losing anything.- Brink
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Clean Install Windows 11
This tutorial will show you step by step on how to clean install Windows 11 at boot on your PC with or without an Internet connection and setup with a local account or Microsoft account.- Brink
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Tutorials
Windows 11 tutorials, tricks, tips, and guides.
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable User Account Control (UAC) for the built-in Administrator account in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Windows includes a hidden built-in Administrator account that serves as the local system administrator with elevated rights by default without needing Run as administrator or UAC (User Account Control) for elevation approval.
When User Account Control (UAC) is enabled, Windows prompts for consent or prompts for credentials of a valid local administrator account before starting a program or task that requires a full administrator access token. The UAC prompt mitigates malicious software running under elevated credentials without the user or administrator being aware of its activity.
The...
This tutorial will show you how to use the Quick Assist app to get help or help someone over a remote connection in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
The Quick Assist app lets you get help with a computer problem from family or friends or help them out. Quick Assist uses a remote connection, so remember to only use it with people you trust, since they can see your computer screen or control your PC (if you allow it).
When you Get help using the Quick Assist app, you allow someone you trust view your screen or take control of your PC.
When you Help someone using the Quick Assist app, you will be asking someone you know to share their screen or request control of their PC. You will be required to sign in to the Quick Assist app with your...
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the desktop search bar feature in Microsoft Edge for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
The desktop search bar powered by Microsoft Edge allows you to search the web and launch your favorite sites directly from your desktop without having to open the Edge browser first.
You can drag the desktop search bar to any location you want on your desktop. The search bar will open at the same location on your desktop as last closed.
You can turn on and off having the Microsoft Edge desktop search bar automatically run at startup.
If you open the desktop search bar, it will remain open, even if you close Microsoft Edge.
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This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off automatically open Microsoft Edge desktop search bar at startup for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
The desktop search bar powered by Microsoft Edge allows you to search the web and launch your favorite sites directly from your desktop without having to open the Edge browser first.
You can drag the desktop search bar to any location you want on your desktop. The search bar will open at the same location on your desktop as last closed.
If you open the desktop search bar, it will remain open, even if you close Microsoft Edge.
You can turn on and off having the Microsoft Edge desktop search bar automatically run at startup.
It is required to turn on the Microsoft Edge...
This tutorial will show you how to open and close the Microsoft Edge desktop search bar for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
The desktop search bar powered by Microsoft Edge allows you to search the web and launch your favorite sites directly from your desktop without having to open the Edge browser first.
You can drag the desktop search bar to any location you want on your desktop. The search bar will open at the same location on your desktop as last closed.
You can turn on and off having the Microsoft Edge desktop search bar automatically run at startup.
If you open the desktop search bar, it will remain open, even if you close Microsoft Edge.
Option One: Open Desktop Search Bar from More Tools Menu in Microsoft Edge...
This tutorial will show you how to enable the Recycle Bin for removable drives for all users in Windows 11.
The Recycle Bin provides a safety net when deleting files or folders. When you delete any of these items from a hard disk, Windows places it in the Recycle Bin and the Recycle Bin icon changes from empty to full.
If you have multiple hard drives, partitions, or an external hard drive connected to your PC, each drive will have its own hidden $Recycle.Bin system folder and Recycle Bin settings.
Removable drives, such as USB flash drives and memory cards, do not have a Recycle Bin by default. Files deleted from removable drives are permanently deleted since they do not go to the Recycle Bin. You can enable the Recycle Bin for...
This tutorial will show you how to share a file with an app in Windows 11.
Windows Share in Windows 11 allows you to share file(s) with an app to send from.
Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.3810, Microsoft is rolling out the ability to copy files from the Windows share window. Just click the new copy button.
Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.4974 (23H2), build 26100.3323 (24H2), and build 27802.1000 (Canary), you can now share files directly from a jump list on the taskbar. Jump lists appear when you right-click an app that has a jump list.
In Windows 11 build 26100.4202 (24H2), build 22631.4830 (23H2), and build 27881.1000 (Canary) you can now share directly to apps that support sharing in Windows. Just right-click local...
This tutorial will show you how to share a website URL link in Microsoft Edge with an app, email, or nearby device in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features.
The share menu in Microsoft Edge allows you to share links via your favorite services, from apps, email, and to social networks. The initial list of supported services includes Outlook, Gmail, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp.
For Microsoft Edge and other browsers that invoke the Windows share window...
This tutorial will show you how to send an email to share file(s) with a contact in Windows 11.
Windows Share in Windows 11 allows you to share file(s) with an email contact.
If you have a desktop mail app (ex: "Outlook for Windows") installed, you can select to send an email to yourself or another contact with a message and shared file(s) attached.
Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.3810, Microsoft is rolling out the ability to copy files from the Windows share window. Just click the new copy button.
Starting with Windows 11 build 22635.4510 (Beta 23H2), build 26120.3281 (Beta/Dev 24H2), build 22631.4969 (RP 23H2), and build 27802.1000 (Canary), Microsoft is rolling out the ability to share files directly from the jump lists on...
This tutorial will show you how to share files with nearby devices using Nearby Sharing in Windows 11.
Windows Share in Windows 11 allows you to share file(s) using Nearby Sharing.
Nearby sharing in Windows lets you share documents, photos, links to websites, and more with nearby devices by using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
To use nearby sharing, both PCs—the one you’re sharing from and the one you're sharing to—must have Nearby sharing turned on, Bluetooth turned on, and must be running Windows 11 or Windows 10 (version 1803 or later).
Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.3810, Microsoft is rolling out the ability to copy files from the Windows share window. Just click the new copy button.
Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.4112, you...
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the Cocreator feature in the Microsoft Paint app for all users on a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC.
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.
Cocreator in Microsoft Paint allows you to create amazing artwork with the help of AI. You can enter a text prompt and start drawing on the Paint canvas, and Cocreator will generate beautiful artwork based on your input as you draw.
The Cocreator feature makes use of the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) to generate images locally on your...
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