Check the recent sign-in activity for your Microsoft account
If you get an email about unusual activity on your Microsoft account, or if you’re worried that someone else might have used your account, go to the Recent activity page.You’ll see when your Microsoft account was signed in during the last 30 days, along with any device or app-specific info.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Unblock my Outlook.com account - Microsoft Support
Notes: You don't need a smartphone to receive a security code. Text messages may come from either "MSFT", a short number, or a mobile number.If you have requested a security code, you can trust the message that arrives.
Applies To: Outlook.com
Edit photos and videos in Windows - Microsoft Support
Blur. Select the Blur option, then use the slider to adjust the Blur intensity, then select Apply to blur the background.. Remove. Select the Remove option, then select Apply to remove the image background.. Replace. Select the Replace option, then use the color palette to select the background color. Alternatively, you can specify the RGB values for the desired color.
Get to know Game Bar on Windows | Xbox Support
Find out how to use Game Bar to capture game play, chat with friends, track achievements, and more.
Reset or recover your lost Microsoft account password
On the We need to verify your identity screen, select the security contact method (email address or phone number) where you want us to send your code. Select the option listed to open a dropdown list of all options you have set up on your account. Follow the instructions for completing the contact email address or phone number and select Send code. ...
Updating to the latest version of Skype - Microsoft Support
We’re continually releasing updates to our application, based on customer feedback. Check out What's New in the latest updates for Skype on desktop and mobile.
Use Microsoft Translator in Microsoft Edge browser
If you open a page written in a different language than your preferred languages in settings, Microsoft Edge will automatically prompt you to translate it. The Translate icon appears in the address bar when you go to a web page that’s written in a foreign language. A language is considered foreign to you if it's not included in your Preferred languages list in Settings.
Applies To: Microsoft Edge
在Microsoft Edge浏览器中使用Microsoft 翻译工具 - Microsoft 支持
如果在设置中打开用与首选语言不同的语言编写的页面,Microsoft Edge会自动提示你翻译它。 转到用外语编写的网页时,“翻译”图标 显示在地址栏中。 如果语言未包含在设置中的首选语言列表中,则该语言被视为外在语言。
Applies To: Microsoft Edge
Remotely install and manage games | Xbox Support
When you’re away from your console or your Windows 10/11 device, you can still get ready to play your next Xbox console game. Use the Xbox mobile app, the Xbox Game Pass app, or the Microsoft Store on PC to remotely install games—so your games are ready when you are.
Battery saving tips for Windows - Microsoft Support
Energy saver automatically manages system processes and power usage for an optimal balance of PC performance and longer battery life. Select Start > Settings > System > Power & battery .If you want energy saver to turn on whenever the battery falls below a certain level, select Energy saver to expand options, then next to Turn energy saver on when battery level is at, select the battery level ...