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Show desktop icons in Windows - Microsoft Support
To view them, right-click the desktop, select View, and then select Show desktop icons. To add icons to your desktop such as This PC, Recycle Bin and more: Select Start , open Settings , then under Personalization , select Themes . Under Themes, scroll down and select Desktop icon settings. Choose the icons you would like to have on your ...
Microsoft Rewards regions - Microsoft Support
Oceania. If you have a Microsoft Rewards account and travel to a country where Microsoft Rewards is available, you'll still earn points and be eligible for rewards as long as you are not consistently earning in multiple markets. Microsoft Rewards is currently available in more than 230 countries/regions.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Find the Recycle Bin - Microsoft Support
Find the Recycle Bin. If your desktop shows no icons at all, right-click (or press and hold) the desktop and select View. If Show desktop icons has no checkmark, click it to add one. If that doesn't work, try this: Select Start > Settings > Personalization > Themes > Desktop icon settings. Make sure the check box for Recycle Bin is checked ...
Clipboard in Windows - Microsoft Support
Select Start > Settings > System > Clipboard. Select Sync across devices and toggle it on. Select Automatically sync text that I copy. The sync feature is tied to your Microsoft account, or your work account, so remember to use the same login information on all your devices. Learn how to use the cloud-based clipboard in Windows, share clipboard ...
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
Select Start > All apps and search for the app in the list shown. Press and hold (or right-click) on the app, then select Uninstall. Uninstall in Settings. Select Start > Settings > Apps > Apps & features . Find the app you want to remove, select More > Uninstall. Note: Some apps can't be uninstalled from the Settings app right now.
Tips to free up drive space on your PC - Microsoft Support
The good news is you can probably free up a lot of space on your PC running Windows by following the tips here. But if you keep getting messages about low drive space, you might want to consider other options, including adding additional removable storage. To get the most out of these tips, do them in order from top to bottom.
Redeem a gift card or code to your Microsoft account
How to redeem a gift card, Xbox download code or token. Both Microsoft and Xbox gift cards and download codes and tokens work the same way: once redeemed to your Microsoft account, you can spend your balance at Microsoft Store online, on Windows or Xbox, and you can get downloads for the latest apps, games, movies, TV shows, and Surface, Xbox, and accessories.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and then tap Search.Or, if you are using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, and then click Search.Type Command Prompt in the Search box, right-click Command Prompt, and then click Run as administrator.If you are prompted for an administrator password or for a confirmation, type the password, or click Allow.
Change your browser home page - Microsoft Support
Open Safari, then choose Safari > Preferences, then select General. In the Homepage field, enter a wepage address. To simply use the webpage you're currently viewing, select Set to Current Page. Choose when your homepage is shown. Open new windows with your homepage: Select the New windows open with pop-up menu, then choose Homepage.
How to prevent and remove viruses and other malware
Restart your computer. When you see the computer's manufacturer's logo, repeatedly press the F8 key. When you are prompted, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking, and then press Enter. Tip: Safe Mode starts Windows with only the minimum number of drivers and services necessary for operation.