Troubleshoot problems updating Windows - Microsoft Support
Important: Before trying any of the solutions below, make sure you back up your personal files. You can back up your Windows PC, or insert a USB drive and use File Explorer to drag and copy important files to the USB drive.If you’re signing into Windows with a Microsoft account, your system settings will be automatically restored after updating, once you’re connected to the internet.
Troubleshoot problems with Microsoft Authenticator
Tips: If you're using mobile data, try switching to Wi-Fi and vice-versa. Make sure Airplane mode is off.
Back up your Windows PC - Microsoft Support
Step 2: Back up your folders. Windows Backup is an easy, single stop for all of your backup needs. Your free Microsoft account comes with 5 GB of OneDrive cloud storage (and more storage is available if you need it), and backing up your folders syncs the folders you specify to your OneDrive account, making them instantly accessible on all computers that you use with this Microsoft account.
Repair an Office application - Microsoft Support
The steps to access the repair tool vary depending on your operating system. Right-click the Start button (lower-left corner) and select Apps and Features on the pop-up menu.
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Xbox Status | Xbox Support
Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.
Earn points with Microsoft Rewards | Xbox Support
Track your points and earn while gaming or shopping by downloading the Microsoft Rewards app to your Xbox console: Press the Xbox button to open the guide, and then go to Store.; Select Search, and then enter Microsoft Rewards into the search box.; Choose the Microsoft Rewards app from the results, and then download it to your console.
Sort data in a range or table - Microsoft Support
To specify the next cell color, font color, or icon to sort by, click Add Level, and then repeat steps three through five.. Make sure that you select the same column in the Then by box and that you make the same selection under Order.. Keep repeating for each additional cell color, font color, or icon that you want included in the sort.
Applies To: Excel for Microsoft 365, Excel for the web, Excel 2021, Excel 2019, Excel 2016
Turn Windows Security on or off - Microsoft Support
When you get a new device and start up Windows 10 for the first time, the antivirus protection that comes installed with the device is your default security app.
Open and run DxDiag.exe - Microsoft Support
Learn how to open and run DxDiag.exe on Windows to collect device information and troubleshoot DirectX sound and video issues.
Stay protected with Windows Security - Microsoft Support
Tip: If you're a Microsoft 365 Family or Personal subscriber you get Microsoft Defender, our advanced security software for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, as part of your subscription.Learn more at Getting started with Microsoft Defender.