The main difference between a local account and a Microsoft account is that a local account is specific to one device, while a Microsoft account can be used across multiple devices and Microsoft services. A local account is created on the device and doesn't require Internet connectivity to sign in. It's independent of other services, and it's ...

The display language you select changes the default language used by Windows features, such as Settings and File Explorer. Select Start > Settings > Time & language > Language & region. Choose a language from the Windows display language menu, or, next to Preferred languages , select Add a language to install the one you want if it isn't listed ...

Here's a quick way to find the serial number on your Surface (running on Windows 10 or Windows 11): Right-click (or long-press) Start , then select Settings > System > About . On this page, find Windows Specifications, and look for your Serial number. For the Surface Duo: On your Home screen, tap Settings.

The macro settings are not changed for all your Microsoft 365 apps. Select the File tab and choose Options. Select Trust Center, and then choose Trust Center Settings. In the Trust Center, select Macro Settings. Tip: If you have the developer tab on your ribbon, select the Developer tab and then choose Macro Security to open the Trust Center ...

Add or delete boxes in your flow chart. Add a box. Click the SmartArt graphic that you want to add a box to. Click the existing box that is located closest to where you want to add the new box. On the Design tab, in the Create Graphic group, click the arrow next to Add Shape. If you don't see the Design tab, make sure that you've selected the ...

To review the data types you can import from Internet Explorer: In Microsoft Edge, go to Settings and more > Settings > Profiles > Import browser data. Under the Import from other browsers section, select Choose what to import and then choose Microsoft Internet Explorer from the list under Import from. Under Choose what to import you'll ...

The classic cold-call scam. The scammers call you and claim to be from the tech support team of Microsoft or another company. They offer to help solve your computer "problems".

To check it out in Windows 11, select it on the taskbar or the Start menu, or press the Windows logo key + E on your keyboard. How to use File Explorer: To pin a folder to Quick access, right-click (or press and hold) the folder and select Pin to Quick access. To share a file, select it, then select Share on the ribbon.

Select all the elements of the signature, right-click and choose Copy. On the Message tab, in the Include group, select Signature > Signatures. Choose New and type a name for your signature. For example: "Business" or "Personal". In the Edit signature field, right-click and select Paste. Your signature is now displayed in the field.

Select and hold (right-click) the Microsoft Edge logo in the taskbar and select New InPrivate window. In Microsoft Edge, select and hold (right-click) a link and select Open link in InPrivate window. In Microsoft Edge, select Settings and more > New InPrivate window. Other people using this device won’t see your browsing activity, but your ...