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How to use the taskbar in Windows - Microsoft Support
If you want to change multiple aspects of the taskbar at one time, use Taskbar settings. Press and hold (or right-click) any empty space on the taskbar, and then select Taskbar settings. In the Taskbar settings, scroll to see the options for customizing, choosing icons, and much more. Note: The Taskbar settings allow you to align taskbar icons ...
Change the refresh rate on your monitor in Windows
Select Start > Settings > System > Display > Advanced display . Next to Choose a refresh rate , select the Dynamic option. ( Note: This option is only available on supported hardware. If you don’t see the Dynamic option, then your hardware doesn’t support DRR.) If you want to disable DRR and use a fixed refresh rate, you can select a ...
Recovery options in Windows - Microsoft Support
Info for Windows Insiders. If you’re an Insider and the current preview build isn’t working for you, select Start > Settings > System > Recovery .Next to Go back , select Go back.This won’t remove your personal files, but it’ll remove recently installed apps and drivers, and change settings back to their defaults.
Use Smart charging in Windows - Microsoft Support
When Smart charging is on, you’ll see a heart on the Battery icon in the following places—on the right side of the taskbar and in Power & battery settings. When your hover over the Battery icon with your mouse, it says “Fully Smart charged” and means the battery isn’t charging even though your device is still plugged in.
Camera doesn't work in Windows - Microsoft Support
If that doesn't work, or your camera is built in on your device, try this: Select Start , type device manager, then select it from the search results. Find your camera under Cameras, Imaging devices , or Sound, video and game controllers. If you can't find your camera, select the Action menu, then select Scan for hardware changes.
Seamlessly transfer content between your devices
Select the file you want to share on your PC. Right-click on the file and select “ Share .”. Find Phone Link in the App Section of the share pop-up window. File sharing will start on your mobile device connected to Phone Link . Ensure Windows notifications for Phone Link are enabled to monitor the file sharing process in real-time.
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
Select Start > All apps and search for the app in the list shown. Press and hold (or right-click) on the app, then select Uninstall. Uninstall in Settings. Select Start > Settings > Apps > Apps & features . Find the app you want to remove, select More > Uninstall. Note: Some apps can't be uninstalled from the Settings app right now.
How to use Remote Desktop - Microsoft Support
When you're ready, select Start , and open Settings . Then, under System , select Remote Desktop, set Remote Desktop to On, and then select Confirm. Make note of the name of this PC under PC name. You'll need this later. Use Remote Desktop to connect to the PC you set up: On your local Windows PC: In the search box on the taskbar, type Remote ...
Windows activity history and your privacy - Microsoft Support
Note: If you have previous activity history stored in the cloud before Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, January 23, 2024-KB5034204 update, you can use the Clear activity history button to delete previously stored data in the cloud. Otherwise, your activity history will be automatically deleted within 30 days from when your data was last synced to the cloud
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
How to redeem Microsoft Rewards points - Microsoft Support
Note: Offers vary by country.Be sure to redeem your rewards points in the same region you signed up in. Do not use a VPN while trying to redeem points. When redeeming points, use a mobile or landline phone number for authentication and not a VoIP phone number.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard