How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
If your account has been hacked, use our sign-in helper tool below to help guide you to the right solutions. The tool will ask for your email address or phone number, and either show appropriate self-help, or offer the chance to talk to an agent.
Enforcements | Xbox Support
Find out how to submit a case review and learn more about your Xbox enforcements.
Faster and more secure Wi-Fi in Windows - Microsoft Support
Tip: You can also check to see what your network adapter supports by opening the Command Prompt (or Terminal), and then typing the command netsh wlan show drivers.Look next to Radio types supported and see if it includes 802.11be (for Wi-Fi 7) or 802.11ax (for Wi-Fi 6/6e) and look under Authentication and cipher supported in infrastructure mode and see if it includes WPA3 Personal and WPA3 ...
Account recovery unsuccessful - Microsoft Support
Important: We recommend that you watch the video below and review the guidance for filling out the recovery form before trying the form again.. If you are unable to use the account recovery form because you don't recognize the additional account security information, use our Sign-In Helper.. To protect your account and its contents, our support agents and advocates are not allowed to send ...
Change the power mode for your Windows PC - Microsoft Support
Note: You might not be able to change the power mode when a custom power plan is selected.If you can’t set the power mode in Power & battery settings, open Control Panel, select System and Security > Power Options, then choose a Balanced power plan.
Change or reset your password - Microsoft Support
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.
Set up your Apple device for cloud gaming | Xbox Support
Downloadable content you’ve bought from the Microsoft Store should also be available to use for cloud games (e.g., in-game currency like Ancient Coins from Sea of Thieves or horse armor from Oblivion).
Block pop-ups in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
The Microsoft Edge feature that blocks pop-ups is effective in preventing websites from automatically opening a new window or tab, or a partial window on top of your current web page. This feature is turned on by default. There are many different types of pop-ups, including advertisements, notices, offers, or alerts that can appear at various times on any web page. Some can be helpful, such as ...
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Use Magnifier to make things on the screen easier to see
If you are using a mouse, select Start > Settings > Accessibility > Magnifier.Select View, and then open the Keep the mouse pointer or Keep the text cursor drop-down menu, and select how Magnifier behaves when the mouse pointer or text cursor move around the screen. This is something you should experiment with to see which combination works best for you.
Use Game Bar to play and chat with friends | Xbox Support
To create a post: Select the Find players tab, choose a game, and then select Create a post.; Add tags and a description (this makes it easier to connect with gamers that play like you), then adjust the details, such as the number of players needed.