How to use the PC Health Check app - Microsoft Support
Getting ready for the Windows 11 upgrade. How to check if your device meets Windows 11 system requirements after changing device hardware. Learn how to use the PC Health Check app to help you improve your device performance.
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.
How to spot a "fake order" scam - Microsoft Support
A popular tactic of criminals is the "fake order" scam. The way it works is that you get a message, usually in email or text, that appears to be a routine confirmation for an order. Of course, you never ordered whatever product or service it's confirming. The message looks common enough, and it says that money will be charged to your credit ...
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
You can start a scan for malware any time you like. Note: Microsoft Defender currently offers anti-malware on Windows, Android, and macOS. From the Microsoft Defender dashboard. If you want a deeper scan, instead of selecting Quick scan in step 3, select Scan options and choose the type of scan you want.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
Send feedback to Microsoft with the Feedback Hub app
Send feedback to Microsoft with the Feedback Hub app. Windows 11 Windows 10. The Feedback Hub app lets you tell Microsoft about any problems you run into while using Windows 11 or Windows 10. You can also send suggestions to help us improve your Windows experience. Sending a suggestion or reporting a problem can be as easy as finding feedback ...
Turn Bluetooth on or off in Windows - Microsoft Support
Here's how to turn Bluetooth on or off in Windows 11: Do one of the following: On the taskbar, select the Network icon. Select the Bluetooth quick setting to turn it On or Off. Select Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices, then turn Bluetooth on or off.
Set up a security key as your verification method
Because security keys require you to have the physical device and something that only you know, it's considered a stronger verification method than a username and password. Using a security key as a passwordless authentication method is currently in public preview.
Add flair to your email with emojis - Microsoft Support
Add flair to your email with emojis. Outlook for Microsoft 365 Outlook 2021 Outlook 2019 Outlook 2016. Windows 10 and 11 contain a large set of emojis. To insert one: Put your cursor where you want the emoji. Hold Windows key + . (period) to open the Windows Emoji picker.
Applies To:
Outlook for Microsoft 365, Outlook 2021, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016
Microsoft Bing help - Microsoft Support
How to report a concern or contact Bing. Turn search history off or on. Turn search suggestions off or on. Cash donations on Bing. Ethical shopping on Microsoft Bing. FAQ about E-tree on Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Weather. Add Microsoft Start Weather to your blog or site.
Command Prompt and Windows Powershell for Windows 11
Command Prompt and Windows Powershell for Windows 11. In Windows 11 22H2, the default app used to host console windows has been changed to Windows Terminal. After the October 2022 update, Command Prompt, Windows PowerShell, and other console apps will appear inside an instance of Windows Terminal.