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15 top Windows 11 tips everyone needs to know

I reviewed Windows 11 and have used it for years—here are my top 25 tips for making the most of it.

Tom’s Guide

7 features in Windows 11 I wish were enabled by default

On Windows 11, Microsoft makes many default configurations, but at least these seven features should also be considered to be enabled by default.

Windows Central

How to check apps draining the most battery on Windows 11

Is your laptop's battery not lasting as long as it should? It could be an app, and here's how to check which app is draining the battery on Windows 11.

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How to recover files in Windows 11

We show you how to recover files in Windows 11 by either checking your Recycle Bin, or finding them in your file history backups.

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Microsoft changes Windows 11’s Start menu for the better (gasp) while introducing nifty new file sharing options

Windows 11 appears to be getting a Start menu change that I like (shock, horror).

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Bill Gates says he'd "hide from the press" if former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer traded "the new and hot OS" for Windows 10

In a recent interview with Bill Gates, Mark Cuban compared The Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to Microsoft trading Windows 11 for Windows 10.

Windows Central

7 new Windows 11 features and more big changes coming in 2025 that you'll actually care about

Microsoft is working on several new features for Windows 11 in 2025. Let's take an early look at them.

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Windows 11 hits a new market share milestone as Windows 10's death looms on the horizon

Global market share data suggests that Windows 11 hit 36.65% overall OS version market share in January 2025, as Microsoft starts warning users of Windows 10's imminent "demise."

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How to shut your PC down at a specific time on Windows 11 and 10

On Windows 11, you can power off a computer automatically at a specific time using PowerShell, Command Prompt, Run, shortcut, batch file, and Task Scheduler, and in this guide, I'll explain all the different methods.

Windows Central

Microsoft's Windows dark mode has been embarrassingly incomplete for nearly a decade

It's been almost 10 years since Windows gained a dark mode, and it's still broken and incomplete in the latest version of Windows 11.

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How to update audio drivers on Windows 11

On Windows 11, you have two ways to update the audio drivers, including using the Settings app and Device Manager. You can also reinstall the drivers to resolve common audio issues, and in this guide, I'll explain how to complete this configuration.

Windows Central

Windows 11’s Start menu recommendations are being improved – but I’m still not impressed, Microsoft

This is a positive move for Windows 11 users, but ideally, I’d like the option to completely ditch Microsoft’s suggestions.

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How to rename any Bluetooth device on Windows 11

On Windows 11, if the name of your Bluetooth peripheral is too long or confusing, you can change it in at least four ways, depending on the device, and in this guide, I will explain the process.

Windows Central

These are my 15 favorite features and changes that Microsoft added to Windows 11 in 2024

Windows 11 has received a lot of new features and changes in 2024, and in this guide, I'll share with you the ones I liked the most, such as Sudo, Energy Saver, Mouse scrolling settings, Auto SR, Studio Effects, and many more.

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Windows 11 24H2 is plagued by more bugs, including weird installation failures and crashes hitting PC gamers

Some Windows 11 24H2 users are reporting more troublesome glitches at the hands of the latest update for November.

Windows Central

How to disable File Explorer thumbnails on Windows 11

On Windows 11, you can disable thumbnail previews for files and folders on File Explorer if they’re not working correctly, or you don’t want to use the feature, and you can do this through File Explorer, Settings app, Group Policy, and Registry. In this guide, I’ll explain how to complete…

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Noticed Windows 11 getting more buggy? Microsoft implements a load of bug fixes with new preview build, fighting some truly odd glitches

Windows 11 is becoming a fix-a-thon for Microsoft lately, with new preview build being almost entirely about resolving issues.

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Microsoft refreshes Windows Hello to make signing in with your face (or fingers) much more pleasant with Windows 11

Windows Hello gets a modern design update in a new Windows 11 preview build, offering streamlined sign-ins and easier passkey access for seamless authentication.

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How to set a printer as default

Setting a default printer streamlines your workflow, saving time and reducing confusion. Whether you're using Windows 10, Windows 11, or macOS, this guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, ensuring you're always ready to print without the fuss.

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How to add a printer in Windows 11

Adding a printer to Windows 11 has never been easier, thanks to built-in features and automatic driver installation. Whether you're using a wired, wireless, or Bluetooth printer, this guide will walk you through the process step-by-step.

Tom’s Guide

Windows 11's big 24H2 update is here: 5 features to try first

Microsoft has released its big Fall 2024 update for Windows 11, and these are some of the most useful new features for everyone, regardless of whether you have a Copilot+ PC or not.

Windows Central

Elon Musk calls Microsoft's controversial AI Recall a "Black Mirror episode" but NPUs will protect your privacy on Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft just announced its new Recall feature in Windows 11 that lets you scroll back based on your search input to everything you do and see on your PC. But it's raising privacy concerns among users.

Tom’s Hardware

We tried to install Windows 11 on Raspberry Pi 5 — lack of internet connectivity left us stuck

The latest flagship Raspberry Pi 5 receives the traditional "Can I run Windows?" treatment, and this time it put us through the wringer

Tom’s Guide

How to remap the Copilot key on Windows 11

Windows 11 has a Copilot key built in, but sometimes you want to move it around. Here's how to remap the Copilot key in Windows 11, using the versatile Microsoft PowerToys.

Windows Central

How to get started setting up Windows 11 Dynamic Lighting

On Windows 11, you can now use Dynamic Lighting to control LED-powered lights, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to complete this configuration and list the devices that are currently compatible.

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