How to get and use app passwords - Microsoft Support
Go to the Advanced security options of your Microsoft account dashboard and scroll down to the App passwords section. Create password. Enter this app password where you would enter your normal Microsoft account password in the application.
Redeem a gift card or code to your Microsoft account
To redeem a Microsoft gift card, Xbox download code or token, select Redeem code below, sign in, and enter or paste the code or token value. Redeem Code. Tip: If you bought the wrong code, please contact the retailer.
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard
How to sign in to Hotmail - Microsoft Support
Hotmail is now Outlook.com. Learn how to sign in to access your Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account.
Applies To:
Outlook.com
Change your app recommendation settings in Windows
Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features to change whether you're shown app recommendations when trying to install apps from outside the Store.
Set up an authenticator app as a two-step verification method
You can set up an authenticator app to send a notification to your mobile device or to send you a verification code as your security verification method. You aren't required to use the Microsoft Authenticator app, and you can select a different app during the set up process.
How to check if an app or program is installed in Windows 10
How to check if an app or program is installed in Windows 10. Select Start > Settings > Apps. Apps can also be found on Start . The most used apps are at the top, followed by an alphabetical list. See installed apps and programs on your device.
How to redeem Microsoft Rewards points - Microsoft Support
Sign in to your Microsoft account, and see Shop & Earn History. Note that Microsoft Rewards points will expire if you don't earn or redeem anything in 18 months. Learn how to redeem your Microsoft Rewards points for a huge variety of great products and sweepstakes.
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard
Turn on automatic app updates - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Store on Windows can automatically install app updates. Select the Start button, then search for and select Microsoft Store. In the Microsoft Store app, select Profile (your account photo) > Settings. Make sure App updates is turned On.
App permissions - Microsoft Support
To see the permissions for an app, go to the app product page in Microsoft Store or online. If you don’t want an app to use any of the features listed, you can choose not to install it. Here's more info on what permissions allow an app to do:
Common questions with Skype on desktop - Microsoft Support
More - Quickly get to your Settings , get Help , send feedback , Report a problem , Enable split view mode , view Keyboard Shortcuts , or Sign out .