Microsoft account security info & verification codes
Contact Support. For technical support, go to Contact Microsoft Support, enter your problem and select Get Help. If you still need help, select Contact Support to be routed to the best support option. Learn how to manage your Microsoft account security info and troubleshoot verification code issues.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
How to sign in to Hotmail - Microsoft Support
Post questions, follow discussions and share your knowledge in the Outlook.com Community. 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
Troubleshooting verification code issues - Microsoft Support
There are a number of possible explanations for why verification codes don't always arrive. Read through the list of the most common causes, and see if any of them apply to you, or use our troubleshooter to help guide you.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
How to earn Microsoft Rewards points - Microsoft Support
How to earn Microsoft Rewards points. It’s easy to rack up Microsoft Rewards points and earn your way toward great rewards like gift cards, movies, games, nonprofit donations, and more. Stay signed in with your Microsoft account and you'll earn points for doing the things you already do.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Change closed caption settings on an Xbox console or Windows device
Follow these steps to change subtitle settings at any time while viewing a video purchased or rented through Movies & TV on your Xbox 360 console: Press the A button to open the video controls. Select CC/Subtitles. Select the desired language and adjust the settings as needed.
Use voice typing to talk instead of type on your PC
To use voice typing, you'll need to be connected to the internet, have a working microphone, and have your cursor in a text box. Once you turn on voice typing, it will start listening automatically. Wait for the "Listening..." alert before you start speaking.
Cross-network play on Windows devices and Xbox consoles
Check the game’s settings if you want to play only with people using the same device that you’re using. A related feature is Xbox Play Anywhere, which, when you own a game, gives you a choice of where to play—Xbox or a Windows 10/11 device. However, not all Play Anywhere games offer cross play.
Use Game Mode while gaming on your Windows device
When you use Game Mode, Windows prioritizes your gaming experience by turning things off in the background. When you’re running a game, Game Mode: To turn Game Mode on or off: Press the Start button , type Settings in the search box, and then select Settings. Choose Gaming > Game Mode.
Language Accessory Pack for Microsoft 365 - Microsoft Support
Learn how to download, install, and configure Language Accessory Packs for Microsoft 365 to add additional display, help, and proofing tools to Microsoft 365.
Applies To: Excel for Microsoft 365, Word for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, Access for Microsoft 365, Project Online Desktop Client, Publisher for Microsoft 365, Visio Plan 2, Excel 2021, Word 2021, Outlook 2021, PowerPoint 2021, Access 2021, Project Professional 2021, Project Standard 2021, Publisher 2021, Visio Professional 2021, OneNote 2021, Excel 2019, Word 2019, Outlook 2019, PowerPoint 2019, Access 2019, Project Professional 2019, Project Standard 2019, Publisher 2019, Visio Professional 2019, Excel 2016, Word 2016, Outlook 2016, PowerPoint 2016, Access 2016, OneNote 2016, Project Professional 2016, Project Standard 2016, Publisher 2016, Visio Professional 2016, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Small Business Admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Admin
Send feedback to Microsoft with the Feedback Hub app
Send feedback to Microsoft with the Feedback Hub app. Windows 11 Windows 10. The Feedback Hub app lets you tell Microsoft about any problems you run into while using Windows 11 or Windows 10. You can also send suggestions to help us improve your Windows experience. Sending a suggestion or reporting a problem can be as easy as finding feedback ...