We've made it easier to keep Windows current with the latest features and improvements—and with fewer interruptions and restarts when you're using your PC the most.

To edit a PDF, open it in Word. This works best with PDFs that are mostly text. PDFs of book chapters or something that looks like a manuscript from a copier won't be formatted well in Word.

Optional: To customize the ScreenTip that appears when you rest the pointer over the hyperlink, click ScreenTip in the top-right corner of the Insert Hyperlink dialog box and enter the text you want. You can also create a hyperlink to a blank email message by simply typing the address in the document. For example, type someone@example.com, and Microsoft 365 creates the hyperlink for you ...

The following tables compare some key features between various versions of Visio. To see which version you are using, go to "My account" on office.com, then search that page for Visio.

Select the View tab and, in Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives and OK.

When you use InPrivate tabs or windows, your browsing data (like your history, temporary internet files, and cookies) isn't saved on your PC once you're done.

If you're using the adapter on a desktop or other device in which the USB port doesn't face the controller or is blocked by metallic objects, use the included USB extender to avoid wireless interference and maintain a good line of sight to your controller.

Enable Safe Mode. Safe mode starts Windows in a basic state, using a limited set of files and drivers. If a problem doesn't happen in safe mode, this means that default settings and basic device drivers aren't causing the issue.

Most tools and options in Microsoft Edge are available when you select Settings and more > Settings.

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