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Change Theme to Light or Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Change Theme to Light or Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to change the theme to a light mode, dark mode, or use system default in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features. You can change the overall appearance in Microsoft Edge to a light, dark, or system default theme that applies to new tabs, pages, dialogs, and other menus. The dark theme changes the default bright background color in the new Microsoft Edge to a darker color, which is easier on the eyes in...
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Enable or Disable Integrated Graphics (iGPU) in Windows 11

Devices Enable or Disable Integrated Graphics (iGPU) in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable your integrated graphics (iGPU) in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Some motherboards will include onboard graphics or integrated graphics (iGPU) that uses a shared amount of system memory. The iGPU port is usually located on the back of the motherboard. If you also have a graphics card (aka: discrete graphics), then you can choose custom graphics performance settings. This allows you to specify which GPU you prefer to use by default for specific Microsoft Store and Desktop apps. Preferences may provide better app performance or save battery life. If you prefer to only use the graphics card, then you can disable the iGPU to free up memory, save power, and reduce heating. Reference...
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Add or Remove Tab Actions Menu Button on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Add or Remove Tab Actions Menu Button on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the "Tab actions menu" button on the toolbar of Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features. When you click/tap on the Tab actions menu button on the toolbar in Microsoft Edge, you to Turn on vertical tabs, Search tabs, see Recently closed tabs (History), see Tabs from other devices, and Move all tabs to a new workspace from the menu. Option One: Remove Tab Actions Menu Button on Toolbar...
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Run Microsoft Defender Offline Scan in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Run Microsoft Defender Offline Scan in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to manually run a Microsoft Defender Offline scan of your PC in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Offline is an antimalware scanning tool that lets you boot and run a scan from a trusted environment. The scan runs from outside the normal Windows kernel so it can target malware that attempts to bypass the Windows shell, such as viruses and rootkits that infect or overwrite the master boot record (MBR). You can use Microsoft Defender Offline if you suspect a malware infection, or you want to confirm a thorough clean of the endpoint after a malware outbreak. You must be signed in as an administrator to run a Microsoft Defender Offline scan. Microsoft Defender Offline Scan log files are stored...
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Add or Remove "Open file location" and "Open folder location" context menu in Windows

Personalization Add or Remove "Open file location" and "Open folder location" context menu in Windows

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Open file location and Open folder location context menu for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. When you right click or press and hold on a shortcut of a file or folder, a file or folder in search results, or a file or folder in a library in File Explorer, you can click/tap on the Open file location or Open folder location context menu item to open the source location of the file or folder with the file or folder selected. You must be signed in as an administrator to add or remove the Open file location and Open folder location context menu. This will not affect the Open file location context menu in the Start menu and taskbar jump lists. EXAMPLE: "Open file location" and...
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Add or Remove Copilot Toolbar icon in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Add or Remove Copilot Toolbar icon in Microsoft Edge

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Copilot with Bing Chat icon on the toolbar in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features. The Copilot with Bing Chat icon shows on the toolbar above the sidebar by default in Microsoft Edge. You can hover or click/tap on the Copilot icon or press the Ctrl + Shift + . keys to ask complex questions, find comprehensive answers, get summarized information, find inspiration to build upon...
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Add or Remove New Tab Menu on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge

Browsers and Mail Add or Remove New Tab Menu on Toolbar in Microsoft Edge

The "New tab menu" drop menu referenced in this tutorial is no longer available in Microsoft Edge. This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the "New tab menu" drop menu on the toolbar in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Microsoft Edge web browser is based on Chromium and was released on January 15, 2020. It is compatible with all supported versions of Windows, and macOS. With speed, performance, best in class compatibility for websites and extensions, and built-in privacy and security features. Starting with the latest Microsoft Edge builds in the Canary and Beta channels, Microsoft has added the New tab menu drop menu on the toolbar that allows you to quickly create a new tab group and view...
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Empty Recycle Bin in Windows 11

General Empty Recycle Bin in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you different ways to empty the Recycle Bin for specific or all drives for your account or all users in Windows 11. The Recycle Bin provides a safety net when deleting files or folders. When you delete any of these items from a drive, Windows places it in the Recycle Bin and the Recycle Bin icon changes from empty to full. If you have multiple hard drives, partitions, or an external hard drive connected to your PC, each drive will have its own hidden $Recycle.Bin system folder and Recycle Bin settings. Removable drives, such as USB flash drives and memory cards, do not have a Recycle Bin by default. Files deleted from removable drives are permanently deleted since they do not go to the Recycle Bin. You can...
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Add Show Recycle Confirmation to Recycle Bin Context Menu in Windows 11

Personalization Add Show Recycle Confirmation to Recycle Bin Context Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove "Show recycle confirmation" on the Recycle Bin context menu for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Recycle Bin provides a safety net when deleting files or folders. When you delete any of these items from a drive, Windows places it in the Recycle Bin and the Recycle Bin icon changes from empty to full. When you delete a file or folder in Windows, a delete confirmation dialog will display by default for you to approve moving the file or folder to the Recycle Bin. Adding Show recycle confirmation to the Recycle Bin context menu will allow users to toggle on or off Display delete confirmation dialog for their account via this context menu instead of having to on the Recycle Bin...
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Stack Notification Icons on Taskbar System Tray in Windows 11

Personalization Stack Notification Icons on Taskbar System Tray in Windows 11

The method in this tutorial no longer works. This tutorial will show you how to show notification icons stacked on the taskbar corner for your account in Windows 11. The system tray on the taskbar corner and taskbar corner overflow menu in Windows 11 shows the notification icons for apps. If you like, you can have notifications icons stacked in two or three rows on the taskbar corner to save space when you do not want to have them hidden in the overflow menu. EXAMPLE: Notification icons stacked and not stacked on system tray on taskbar corner Here's How: 1 Open Registry Editor (regedit.exe). 2 Navigate to the key below in the left pane of Registry Editor. (see screenshot below)...
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Clear Activity History in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Clear Activity History in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to clear activity history for your account in Windows 11. Activity history helps keep track of the things you do on your device, such as the apps and services you use, the files you open, and the websites you browse. Your activity history is stored locally on your device, and if you’ve signed in to your device with a Microsoft account or work or school account and given your permission, Windows sends your activity history to Microsoft. Microsoft uses the activity history data to provide you with personalized experiences (such as ordering your activities based on duration of use) and relevant suggestions (such as anticipating what your needs might be based on your activity history). You can clear and...
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Enable or Disable Send Activity History to Microsoft in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Send Activity History to Microsoft in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable sending activity history to Microsoft for your account or all users in Windows 11. Activity history helps keep track of the things you do on your device, such as the apps and services you use, the files you open, and the websites you browse. Your activity history is stored locally on your device, and if you’ve signed in to your device with a Microsoft account or work or school account and given your permission, Windows sends your activity history to Microsoft. Microsoft uses the activity history data to provide you with personalized experiences (such as ordering your activities based on duration of use) and relevant suggestions (such as anticipating what your needs might be based on...
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