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Enable or Disable Phone Link app to receive MMS attachments on Windows 11 PC
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off allowing the Phone Link app to receive MMS attachments from your mobile device (phone) for your account on Windows 10 and Windows 11 PC. With the Phone Link app on your PC linked to your iPhone or Android phone, you can instantly access the Android apps installed on your mobile device right on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC. Using a Wi-Fi connection, Apps allows you to browse, play, order, chat, and more — all while using your PC’s larger screen and keyboard. You can send, receive, and reply to text messages through your linked phone via the Phone Link app on your PC. The Phone Link app supports messages sent by Short Message Service (SMS) and Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)...
Phone
Enable or Disable Phone Link app to send MMS attachments on Windows 11 PC
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off allowing the Phone Link app to send MMS attachments from your mobile device (phone) for your account on Windows 10 and Windows 11 PC. With the Phone Link app on your PC linked to your iPhone or Android phone, you can instantly access the Android apps installed on your mobile device right on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC. Using a Wi-Fi connection, Apps allows you to browse, play, order, chat, and more — all while using your PC’s larger screen and keyboard. You can send, receive, and reply to text messages through your linked phone via the Phone Link app on your PC. The Phone Link app supports messages sent by Short Message Service (SMS) and Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)...
Phone
Use Rewrite in Notepad app to Enhance Writing with AI in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to use the Rewrite feature in the Notepad app to enhance your writing with AI in Windows 11. Notepad is a fast and simple text editor that can be used to view, edit, and search through plain text documents instantly. Starting with Notepad version 11.2410.17.0 in Windows 11, Microsoft is introducing the ability to rewrite content in Notepad with the help of generative AI. Rewrite (Ctrl+I) in Windows Notepad is a powerful AI feature that helps refine your text with a powerful AI model named GPT. GPT can rephrase sentences, adjust tone, or modify the length of your content based on your preferences. Whether you’re looking to shorten a paragraph, change the tone, or rewrite entire sections, Rewrite...
Apps
Change Primary Alias for Microsoft Account
This tutorial will show you how to change the primary alias for which email address is shown when you sign in to your Microsoft account. Email addresses and phone numbers associated with your Microsoft account are called aliases and they use the same contacts, online storage, subscriptions, and account settings. You can use any of your aliases to sign in to Microsoft services or your Windows and Xbox devices, and you can select any of them for sending and receiving email. Your aliases share a single password. This password is your Microsoft account password. Your account's primary alias is the email address shown when you sign in on your Microsoft devices (such as a Windows PC, Xbox, or Windows Phone), and you can choose a different...
Accounts
Turn On or Off Run at Startup for PowerToys in Windows 10 and Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off run at startup for Microsoft PowerToys for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft PowerToys is a set of utilities for power users to tune and streamline their Windows experience for greater productivity. When you install Microsoft PowerToys, it will run at startup for your account by default. All users on the PC can turn on or off PowerToys to run at startup for their account. Here's How: 1 Open the PowerToys app. 2 Open PowerToys Settings. (see screenshot below) 3 In PowerToys Settings, click/tap on General in the left pane. (see screenshot below) 4 Under Appearance & behavior settings, turn on or off Run at startup for what you want. 5 You can now close...
Apps
Turn On or Off Notification Sounds in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off notification sounds from all or specific senders for your account in Windows 11. Notifications are alerts from apps, system, and other senders. Windows 11 shows notifications on the lock screen (Win+L), Notification Center (Win+N), and notification banners at the lower-right corner of the screen above the taskbar on the main display. A sound will play by default when a notification arrives. Option One: Turn On or Off Notification Sounds for All Senders in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Notification Sounds for Specific Senders in Settings Option Three: Turn On or Off Notification Sounds for All Senders using REG file Option Four: Turn On or Off Notification Sounds for Specific...
System
Refresh Phone Link app Connection in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to refresh your Android phone connection in the Phone Link app in Windows 10 and Windows 11. With the Phone Link app on your PC linked to your Android phone, you can instantly access the Android apps installed on your mobile device right on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC. Using a Wi-Fi connection, Apps allows you to browse, play, order, chat, and more — all while using your PC’s larger screen and keyboard. Sometimes you may need to manually refresh the Phone Link app connection with your linked Android phone to update and sync the app with your phone again. Here's How: 1 Open the Phone Link app on your Windows 10/11 PC. 2 Click/tap on the Refresh button at the top of the left pane. (see...
Phone
Uninstall Driver in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to uninstall a driver for a device in Windows 10 and Windows 11. When a device is connected to your PC, Windows will usually automatically install drivers for it, or you may have to manually install the device's driver software. Sometimes it might be necessary to uninstall a driver if it is causing issues, or you no longer need the driver after removing the device it's for. References: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/install/uninstalling-devices-and-driver-packages https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/install/using-device-manager-to-uninstall-devices-and-driver-packages You must be signed in as an administrator to uninstall a driver. Option One...
Devices
Find Copilot app Version in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to see the Copilot app version you currently have installed in Windows 11. The Copilot app is an AI helps you get answers and inspiration from across the web, supports creativity and collaboration, and helps you focus on the task at hand. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/welcome-to-copilot-on-windows-675708af-8c16-4675-afeb-85a5a476ccb0 Option One: Find Copilot App Version in Copilot Option Two: Find Copilot App Version in Settings Option Three: Find Copilot App Version in Windows Terminal Find Copilot App Version in Copilot 1 Open Copilot. 2 Perform an available action below: (see screenshots below) Click/tap on the Settings and more (3 dots) button, and click/tap on...
Apps
Enable or Disable Microsoft Edge Surf Game in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the ability to play the Surf game in Microsoft Edge for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. By default, users can play the Surf game in Microsoft Edge by typing edge://surf in the address bar, and pressing Enter. Catch the wave in Microsoft Edge. Beware of the Kraken as you ride through the water and try to avoid islands and obstacles with this surfing-themed game when you’re offline. With three game modes, you’ll have a variety of ways to pass the time. You can use your keyboard and mouse, touch, or your Xbox, PlayStation, Switch Pro, and the Xbox Adaptive Controller. On February 14, 2025., Microsoft released a major update for the Edge Surf game. If wanted, you can use the...
Browsers and Mail
View and Manage Subscriptions for Your Microsoft Account
This tutorial will show you how to view and manage subscriptions for your Microsoft account. If you have a Microsoft subscription with recurring billing, you can change how you pay at any time. You can also cancel or turn off recurring billing for a Microsoft subscription. References: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/change-your-microsoft-subscription-payment-method-and-options-39ab4bc1-01f9-fc28-c3a5-49e87b6e7611 https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/manage-your-microsoft-365-subscription-or-office-product-959ac957-8d37-4ae4-b1b6-d6e4874e013f https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/cancel-your-microsoft-subscription-c2c6b0e3-cab3-cb98-d83e-c9ad54620530...
Accounts
Add or Remove Menu Bar in File Explorer in Windows 11
The menu bar is no longer available in File Explorer. Starting with Windows 11 build 25136 and build 22621.160, File Explorer has been updated. To help you work across multiple locations at the same time, the title bar of File Explorer now has tabs. File Explorer also has a new refreshed layout of the left navigation pane which makes it easy for you to navigate to folders that matter to you. The updated organization provides easy access to your pinned and frequently used folders (Quick access) and your OneDrive cloud profiles added to Windows. Due to a possible bug or by design in the new File Explorer, you can have the old menu bar always show in File Explorer if wanted. When the menu bar is turned off to not always show, you can...
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