Learn why it's important to have a backup, and how Windows Backup can help you keep your files and settings safe.

Learn how to run Windows Update Troubleshooter to resolve errors downloading or installing Windows updates.

Learn how to access and manage your Windows sign in options. Use a password, Windows Hello, or a security key to unlock your device.

Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features to change whether you're shown app recommendations when trying to install apps from outside the Store.

Learn how to locate and manage your app permissions on Windows devices. Some apps or games need specific permissions to work properly.

Learn how to change the refresh rate for your display in Windows to determine how smoothly motion appears on your screen.

Updates to the default screen and sleep settings now help you use energy more efficiently and extend battery life. You can find efficiency settings in Windows 11 at Settings > System > Power & battery.. For a guided walkthrough of how each of the power and battery settings can improve your device's performance, click the button to open the Get Help app:

In Windows 11, apps don't automatically get added to your desktop. Learn how to pin apps to your desktop or taskbar in Windows 11 or Windows 10.

Learn how to use Remote Desktop in Windows. On your Windows, Android, or iOS device: Open the Remote Desktop app (available for free from Microsoft Store, Google Play, and the Mac App Store), and add the name of the PC that you want to connect to (from Step 1). Select the remote PC name that you added, and then wait for the connection to complete.

Learn how to troubleshoot Windows activation errors. Browse common activation errors and learn what you can do to fix them.