The most common type is a physical, external keyboard that plugs into your PC. But Windows has a built-in Accessibility tool called the On-Screen Keyboard (OSK) that can be used instead of a physical keyboard. You don’t need a touchscreen to use the OSK.

You can set limits on specific devices but screen time limits can only be set on devices connected to your family group. Learn how. You can set screen time settings online at family.microsoft.com, with the Microsoft Family Safety app or the Xbox Family Settings app.

If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.

You can use installation media (a USB flash drive or DVD) to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software download website, where you'll find step-by-step instructions.

Do any of the following: Turn notifications, banners, and sounds on or off for some or all notification senders. To see all options, expand the notifications area. Turn tips and suggestions about Windows On or Off. Learn how to change app notifications, banners, and sound settings in Windows.

If you run into problems trying to connect to a Bluetooth device, here are some troubleshooting steps to try. Note: For general info about how to connect a Bluetooth device to your PC, see Pair a Bluetooth device in Windows.

Delay or schedule sending email messages in Outlook. Outlook for Microsoft 365 Outlook 2021 Outlook 2019 More... You can delay the delivery of an individual message by having it held in the Outbox for a specified time after you click Send. Select a tab option below for the version of Outlook you're using. What version of Outlook do I have? New ...

If you get an email about unusual activity on your Microsoft account, or if you’re worried that someone else might have used your account, go to the Recent activity page. You’ll see when your Microsoft account was signed in during the last 30 days, along with any device or app-specific info.

A digitally encrypted message can only be opened by recipients who have the correct key. A digital signature assures recipients that the message hasn’t been tampered with. Notes: Outlook on the web requires a Windows desktop device to support S/MIME.

This guide describes how to use the Narrator with Windows so that you can start using apps, browsing the web, and more. Below the table of contents, there’s a section about what's new in Narrator. Note: This guide is available as a Word doc and a PDF (in English only).