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Troubleshoot Surface Type Cover or Keyboard - Microsoft Support
You'll see the logo screen on your screen. Continue to hold the Volume Up button. Release the button when the UEFI screen appears. If you have a Windows Pro/Enterprise device (not a Windows Home device), you can then toggle off Type Cover port from the Devices menu and exit UEFI. Re-enter UEFI (press power + Volume Up) and toggle Type Cover port back on, then check if the Keyboard works in UEFI.
Manage app permissions for your camera in Windows
To use your camera with apps on Windows 11, you'll need to turn on some permissions in Camera settings. Then, you'll need to check your app permissions if you want to use your camera with apps.
Change the refresh rate on your monitor in Windows
Battery Life: Lowering your refresh rate can save battery power by reducing the amount of energy your display consumes.This can be useful when you are using a laptop or tablet and want to extend your battery life.
KB4023057: Update Health Tools—Windows Update Service components
Important: If your device is out of support, it is no longer receiving security updates from Microsoft and may become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses.Therefore, we strongly recommend that you update to the latest version of Windows. Each version of Windows is supported for 18 months.
Create professional slide layouts with Designer - Microsoft Support
This is a subscriber-only, Microsoft 365 feature. Find your version. Design ideas for one photo Applies to: PowerPoint for Microsoft 365 Current Channel: Version 1511 or later Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel: Version 1602 or later Multiple photos, color extraction, and facial recognition
Applies To: PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365 for Mac, PowerPoint for the web, PowerPoint 2021, PowerPoint 2019, PowerPoint 2016, PowerPoint for iPad, PowerPoint for Android tablets, PowerPoint Mobile
Touch gestures for Windows - Microsoft Support
Action. Gestures. Select an item. Tap the screen Scroll. Place two fingers on the screen and slide horizontally or vertically. Zoom in or out. Place two fingers on the screen and pinch in or stretch out
Snap your windows - Microsoft Support
The Snap feature is a great way to improve your productivity by sharing many app windows in a single screen. Different layouts are available with many sizes to choose from, so you can get the most from your favorite apps when you are working on specific tasks.
Manage background activity for apps in Windows
On the settings page for that app, change the setting for Let this app run in the background.Here’s a summary of each option: Always.The app is always allowed to run in the background—receive info, send notifications, and stay up to date—even when you’re not actively using it.
Adjust privacy settings in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
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Applies To: Microsoft Edge