For more information, see Show the Developer tab. In the Code group on the Developer tab, click Record Macro. Optionally, enter a name for the macro in the Macro name box, enter a shortcut key in the Shortcut key box, and a description in the Description box, and then click OK to start recording. Perform the actions you want to automate, such ...

Turn on Find my device. When you set up a new device, you can decide whether to turn on or turn off the Find my device setting. If you turned it off during setup and now want to turn it on, make sure your Windows device is connected to the internet, has enough battery power so it can send its location, and that you're signed in to the device using your Microsoft account.

If your cloud storage and mailbox are not full, and you can't send or receive email, or can't connect to Outlook.com, check these common causes: If you can't send or receive email, check your account: update your password if it's been changed recently. Your account might also be temporarily blocked because we noticed some unusual sign-in activity.

Microsoft Edge is the recommended browser by Microsoft. Support for Internet Explorer ended on June 15, 2022. Internet Explorer 11 has been permanently disabled through a Microsoft Edge update on certain versions of Windows 10. If any site you visit needs Internet Explorer 11, you can reload it with Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge.

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Getting started with Microsoft Family Safety. A family group is a set of individuals connected through the Microsoft Family Safety app on their Windows, Xbox, or mobile devices. Establishing a family group is an easy, effective way to encourage healthy online habits and manage busy schedules. If you're looking for help about a family ...

Here's how: Select Search , then type computer management. Select Computer Management from the list of results. In the console tree, select the arrow to expand Services and Applications, and then select Services. In the details pane, right-click or swipe down on Windows Installer, and then select Start. Describes how to use the clean boot ...

Press the Windows logo key + G to open Game Bar. Select the Widget menu, and then choose Xbox Social. Choose the Friends tab. Double-click on a friend’s gamertag to start a conversation, or right-click for advanced options (invite them to a game, view their profile, and more). To start a group chat, double-click on a friend’s gamertag to ...

If the Encrypt contents to secure data check box is selected, you have to have the certificate that was used to encrypt the file or folder to be able to open it. In this situation, you should obtain the certificate from the person who created or encrypted the file or folder, or have that person decrypt the file or folder.

Follow these steps to automatically diagnose and repair Windows security problems by turning on UAC, DEP protection, Windows Firewall, and other Windows security options and features. Select the Download button on this page. In the File Download dialog box, click Run or Open, and then follow the steps in the Windows Security Troubleshooter.