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Open Win+X Quick Link Menu in Windows 11

General Open Win+X Quick Link Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show different ways on how to open the Win+X Quick Link menu in Windows 11. The Win+X Quick Link menu (aka: Power User menu) is a pop-up menu from the Start button that includes shortcuts of common management, configuration, and other power user tools for Windows. Starting with Windows 11 build 22533, the Win+X Quick Link menu will now say Installed apps in the menu instead of Apps & Features. Starting with Windows 11 build 22593, if Windows Terminal is installed the Win+X menu will include an entry for Terminal, and in cases where Windows Terminal is uninstalled it will display Windows PowerShell. If needed, you can click/tap on an empty area on the taskbar to close the Win+X Quick link menu without having to...
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Turn On or Off Schedule Night Light in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Schedule Night Light in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Schedule night light for your account in Windows 11. Your display emits blue light—the kind of light you see during the day—which can keep you up at night. To help you get to sleep, turn on the night light and your display will show warmer colors at night that are easier on your eyes. You can turn on Schedule night light. Then, either select Sunset to sunrise, or select Set hours and enter custom times for the night light to automatically turn on and off. Night Light settings are stored in the registry keys below for the current user...
System
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Change Night Light Strength in Windows 11

System Change Night Light Strength in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the night light color temperature strength for your account in Windows 11. Your display emits blue light—the kind of light you see during the day—which can keep you up at night. To help you get to sleep, turn on the night light and your display will show warmer colors at night that are easier on your eyes. The night light strength level is for the color temperature in Kelvin. You can set a strength level between 0 (6500K) to 100 (1200K) for whatever is comfortable to your eyes. Night Light settings are stored in the registry keys below for the current user...
System
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Set, Edit, or Remove Data Limit for Network Connection in Windows 11

Network and Internet Set, Edit, or Remove Data Limit for Network Connection in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to set, edit, or remove a data usage limit for cellular, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet network connections for all users in Windows 11. Windows can help you stay under your data plan limit and look for ways to reduce data usage. After you set a data limit, it'll let you know when you're getting near it. Starting with Windows 11 build 23466 (Dev) and build 22631.1906 (Beta), Microsoft has added additional options to the Data Usage page that allows for daily and weekly data limits. The page will also now show how far a data limit has been exceeded. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/set-your-data-limit-031dcc15-fa0f-ad39-8e60-634500585630#WindowsVersion=Windows_11 Option One: Set Data Limit...
Network and Internet
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Turn On or Off Metered Connection for Ethernet Network in Windows 11

Network and Internet Turn On or Off Metered Connection for Ethernet Network in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to set an Ethernet network as a metered connection or non-metered connection for all users in Windows 11. A metered connection is an Internet connection that has a data limit associated with it. Cellular data connections are set as metered by default. Wi-Fi and Ethernet network connections can be set to metered but aren't by default. Some apps might work differently on a metered connection to help reduce your data usage. Also, some updates for Windows won't be installed automatically. If you have a metered Internet connection with a data limit, you might have to pay extra or the connection speed reduces if you go over the data limit. Turning on metered connection for your Ethernet network can help...
Network and Internet
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Enable or Disable Download Updates over Metered Connections in Windows 11

Windows Update Enable or Disable Download Updates over Metered Connections in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Windows Update to automatically download updates over metered connections in Windows 11. By default, Windows Update in Windows 11 will automatically download and install updates, except on metered connections where extra charges may apply. In that case, Windows Update will automatically download only those updates requited to keep Windows running smoothly. If wanted, you are able to allow Windows Update to automatically download updates over metered connections. Option One: Turn On or Off Automatically Download Updates over Metered Connections in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Automatically Download Updates over Metered Connections using REG file Option Three: Enable or...
Windows Update
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Open Windows Security in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Open Windows Security in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you different ways to open the Windows Security app in Windows 11. Windows Security is built-in to Windows 11 and includes an antivirus program called Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Your device will be actively protected from the moment you start Windows 11. Windows Security continually scans for malware (malicious software), viruses, and security threats. In addition to this real-time protection, updates are downloaded automatically to help keep your device safe and protect it from threats. Windows Security is your home to view and manage the security and health of your device. Virus & threat protection - Monitor threats to your device, run scans, and get updates to help detect the latest threats. (Some of...
Privacy and Security
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Link Samsung Android Phone to Windows 11 PC

Phone Link Samsung Android Phone to Windows 11 PC

This tutorial will show you how to link a Samsung Android phone to the Phone Link app on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC with your Microsoft account. The Phone Link app on your Windows PC let's you get instant access to everything you love on your phone, right from your PC. Link your Android phone and PC to view and reply to text messages, make and receive calls, and more - all right on your PC. Your Android phone experience starts on your PC with Windows 10 or Windows 11 and the Phone Link app. From your PC you can connect to select Android and Samsung devices with these two apps: Link to Windows app for most Android devices Link to Windows (LTW) app preinstalled on Surface Duo and selected Samsung phones You’ll see these names...
Phone
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Enable or Disable Color Filters Win+Ctrl+C Keyboard Shortcut in Windows 11

Accessibility Enable or Disable Color Filters Win+Ctrl+C Keyboard Shortcut in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the color filters Win + Ctrl + C keyboard shortcut for your account in Windows 11. If it's hard to see what's on the screen, apply a color filter. Color filters change the color palette on the screen and can help you distinguish between things that differ only by color. You can enable to use the Win + Ctrl + C keyboard shortcut to toggle on or off Color filters on demand. Option One: Enable or Disable Color Filters Keyboard Shortcut in Settings Option Two: Enable or Disable Color Filters Keyboard Shortcut using REG file Enable or Disable Color Filters Keyboard Shortcut in Settings 1 Open Settings (Win+I). 2 Click/tap on Accessibility on the left side, and click/tap on Color...
Accessibility
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Add Local User Account in Windows 11

Accounts Add Local User Account in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to create and add a local account as a user on the PC in Windows 11. Having different accounts on a shared PC lets multiple people use the same device, all while giving everyone their own sign-in info, plus access to their own files, browser favorites, and desktop settings. You can add a local user account (an offline account) or Microsoft account for a user to sign in to the PC with. Signing in to PCs with a Microsoft account lets you: Download apps from the Microsoft Store. Get your online content in Microsoft apps automatically. Sync settings online to make PCs look and feel the same - like your browser history, account picture, and color. Signing in with a local account means: You have to create...
Accounts
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Enable or Disable Title Bar Window Shake in Windows 11

System Enable or Disable Title Bar Window Shake in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable title bar window shake for your account or all users in Windows 11. Title bar window shake (aka: Aero Shake) allows you to grab a window's title bar and shake it to minimize all other windows. Shaking the title bar again will restore all the minimized windows. Option One: Turn On or Off Title Bar Window Shake for Current User in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Title Bar Window Shake for Current User using REG file Option Three: Enable or Disable Title Bar Window Shake for All Users using REG file Turn On or Off Title Bar Window Shake for Current User in Settings 1 Open Settings (Win+I). 2 Click/tap on System on the left side, and click/tap on Multitasking on the right...
System
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Turn On or Off Remember Preferences for MSA Across Windows 11 Devices

Backup and Restore Turn On or Off Remember Preferences for MSA Across Windows 11 Devices

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Remember my preferences for your Microsoft account (MSA) across all your Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices you sign in with the same Microsoft account. When Windows backup is turned on, Windows backs up the settings you choose across all your Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices that you've signed in to with your Microsoft account. You can back up preferences including passwords, language, and other Windows settings. If you turn on Other Windows settings, Windows also syncs some device settings (for things like printers and mouse options), File Explorer settings, and notification preferences. References...
Backup and Restore
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