Find your Windows settings in a snap! Select the Start button, then select Settings .From there, browse the categories or use search to find what you're looking for.

Important: Microsoft accounts, the Windows operating system, and other Microsoft products include passwords to help secure your information.This article provides some options that you can use to reset or recover your password if you forget it. Be aware that, if these options don’t work, Microsoft support can't help you retrieve or circumvent a lost or forgotten password.

If you can't find a file on your computer or you accidently modified or deleted a file, you can restore it from a backup (if you're using Windows backup) or you can try to restore it from a previous version.Previous versions are copies of files and folders that Windows automatically saves as part of a restore point.

On the Switch out of S mode (or similar) page, select the Get button. After you see a confirmation message on the page, you'll be able to install apps from outside of the Microsoft Store.

To change your screen resolution, use the drop-down menu next to Display resolution.. Note: You should use the Recommended resolution. If you change the resolution, content might appear blurry or pixelated.

When you have displays extended, you can move items between the two screens. Extend. See everything on the second display only. Second screen only. Related topics. Troubleshoot external monitor connections in Windows. Multiple monitor docking in Windows 11. Troubleshoot connecting Surface to a second screen.

If you're trying to add your Outlook.com account to Outlook or another mail app, you might need the POP, IMAP, or SMTP settings. You can find them below or by viewing them in your Outlook.com settings.. Outlook and Outlook.com may be able to detect your account's mailbox settings automatically, but for other non-Microsoft accounts, you may need to contact your email provider for their settings.

Learn how to update Windows to ensure your device operates smoothly and securely with the latest features.

Important: The following steps apply only to devices currently running an activated copy of Windows 11 Home.If you’re not activated, we recommend you activate Windows 11 Home first. For more info, see Activate Windows.

To turn off your PC in Windows 10, select the Start button, select the Power button, and then select Shut down.. I'm having trouble opening the Start menu