If you are unable to locate the BitLocker recovery key and can't revert any configuration change that might have caused it to be required, you’ll need to reset your device using one of the Windows recovery options. Resetting your device will remove all of your files.

How to block pop-ups in Microsoft Edge. In Edge, go to Settings and more at the top of your browser. Select Settings > Cookies and site permissions. Under All permissions, select Pop-ups and redirects. Turn on the Block (recommended) toggle.

To change your default search engine in Microsoft Edge: Perform a search in the address bar using the search engine you want to set as your default. Select Settings and more > Settings . Select Privacy, search, and services. Scroll all the way down to the Services section and select Address bar and search.

Refunds for digital games include Microsoft Store digital game offers, Xbox apps (excluding movies and TV apps), digital gaming bundle offers, digital game durable content, and some digital game consumable content, whether made available through the Xbox console, on your PC, or on your mobile device.

All Xbox digital codes are 25 characters long, include both numbers and letters, and are formatted in five blocks of five characters (xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx). If you’re trying to redeem your code on a Windows or Xbox device, make sure that you have entered all 25 digits correctly. To learn more about Xbox gift cards and codes, visit:

To restore a lost or deleted favorite in Microsoft Edge: Select the Favorites icon in the top right of your browser bar to open the Favorites menu. You can also open the Favorites menu by pressing Ctrl + Shift + O.

How to redeem a code from a PC or mobile web browser. Follow the link below, enter the 25-character code, select Next, and then follow the prompts: Redeem your code or gift card. How to redeem a code in the Microsoft Store on Windows. Press the Start button , and then enter store into the search bar.

To clear your Microsoft Edge browsing data, first decide if you want to delete the data only on the device you're currently using, or across all synced devices. To clear browsing data just on the device you're currently using, make sure sync is turned off.

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a powerful tool that finds and removes malware from your PC. Here's how to use it in Windows 10 or 11 to scan your PC. Important: Before you use Microsoft Defender Offline, make sure to save any open files and close apps and programs. Open your Windows Security settings.

Uninstall from the Start menu. 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.