Step 1: Complete unlinking steps on your Android and Surface Duo devices. Start by checking which mobile app your Android device has. Refer to this list to see if your device supports Link to Windows (pre-installed). If your device is not in this list, skip to the next section.

There are a number of possible explanations for why verification codes don't always arrive. Read through the list of the most common causes, and see if any of them apply to you, or use our troubleshooter to help guide you.

Use Remote Desktop on your Windows, Android, or iOS device to connect to a Windows 10 PC from afar. Here's how to set up your PC to allow remote connections and then connect to the PC you set up.

Did this resolve your issue? Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.

To resolve this, see Troubleshoot problems with the Windows Media Player app. 0xC00D1163. This error may occur when there are issues with digital rights management (DRM) for protected content. If you're unsure about the error code, refer to the error types below and the instructions to resolve it.

How to configure your controller. When you open the Xbox Accessories app, scroll over to your controller and select Configure to get started. Choose New profile, and then make your changes. When you’re done, press the B button for your changes to take effect.

Switch voice typing languages. To switch voice typing languages, you'll need to change the input language you use. Here's how: Select the language switcher in the corner of your taskbar. Press the language switcher in the bottom right of the touch keyboard.

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If you can’t set the power mode in Power & battery settings, open Control Panel, select System and Security > Power Options, then choose a Balanced power plan. Learn how to change the power mode on your Windows PC to preserve your battery, limit notifications, and background activity.

Cloud gaming is currently supported in select regions. For a list of countries or regions that support cloud gaming, see the “Cloud gaming (Ultimate only)” section in: Xbox Supported Countries/Regions.