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Turn On or Off Voice Shortcuts for Custom Commands in Voice Access in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off voice shortcuts for custom commands to use in voice access for your account in Windows 11. Voice access is a new experience starting with Windows 11 build 22518 that enables everyone, including people with mobility disabilities, to control their PC and author text using only their voice and without an internet connection. For example, you can open and switch between apps, browse the web, and read and author email using your voice. Starting with Windows 11 build 22635.2915 (Beta), build 23612 (Dev), and build 26020 (Canary), Microsoft is introducing voice shortcuts or custom commands to enable you to create your very own command. This is currently available if you use voice access in...
Accessibility
Delete Voice Shortcuts for Custom Commands in Voice Access in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to delete voice shortcuts for custom commands to use in voice access for your account in Windows 11. Voice access is a new experience starting with Windows 11 build 22518 that enables everyone, including people with mobility disabilities, to control their PC and author text using only their voice and without an internet connection. For example, you can open and switch between apps, browse the web, and read and author email using your voice. Starting with Windows 11 build 22635.2915 (Beta), build 23612 (Dev), and build 26020 (Canary), Microsoft is introducing voice shortcuts or custom commands to enable you to create your very own command. This is currently available if you use voice access in English...
Accessibility
Create Voice Shortcuts for Custom Commands in Voice Access in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to create voice shortcuts for custom commands to use in voice access for your account in Windows 11. Voice access is a new experience starting with Windows 11 build 22518 that enables everyone, including people with mobility disabilities, to control their PC and author text using only their voice and without an internet connection. For example, you can open and switch between apps, browse the web, and read and author email using your voice. Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.3374, Microsoft is introducing voice shortcuts or custom commands to enable you to create your very own command. This is currently available if you use voice access in English. You can create commands that map to a single action...
Accessibility
Open Voice Access Command List Page in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to open the voice access command list page in Windows 11. Voice access is a new experience starting with Windows 11 build 22518 that enables everyone, including people with mobility disabilities, to control their PC and author text using only their voice and without an internet connection. For example, you can open and switch between apps, browse the web, and read and author email using your voice. Starting with Windows 11 build 22635.2915 (Beta), build 23612 (Dev), and build 26020 (Canary), Microsoft is introducing voice shortcuts or custom commands to enable you to create your very own command. This is currently available if you use voice access in English. References...
Accessibility
Open File Explorer UWP app in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to open the File Explorer UWP app in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows 10 and Windows 11 includes a hidden Universal Windows Platform (UWP) File Explorer app that is optimized for touch and supports light and dark mode theme. The File Explorer UWP app is only a basic unfinished app, but you can give it a play with if you like. EXAMPLE: File Explorer UWP app Here's How: 1 Run (Win+R) the command below. explorer shell:AppsFolder\c5e2524a-ea46-4f67-841f-6a9465d9d515_cw5n1h2txyewy!App You can also create a shortcut with this command that you can Pin to Taskbar, Pin to Start, add to Start menu All apps, assign a keyboard shortcut to, or move this shortcut to where you like for easy usage. That's...
Apps
Turn On or Off Do Not Disturb for Notifications in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Do not disturb mode for your account in Windows 11. Notifications are alerts from apps, system, and other senders. Starting with Windows 11 build 22557, Microsoft reimagined focus assist experiences on Windows. Do not disturb makes it easy to silence notifications. Focus is a new experience that enables everyone to stay in the moment and minimize distractions on their PC. To help you stay on track, focus integrates with the Clock app for other focus tools, such as a focus timer and calming music. It’s now easier than ever to silence notification banners with do not disturb. When you are ready to see the notifications that you may have missed, you can find them in Notification Center...
System
Enable or Disable Numerical Sorting in File Explorer in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable numerical sorting in File Explorer for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. File Explorer sorts file names in numerical order and not literally by default in Windows 10 and Windows 11. When numerical sorting is enabled, File Explorer will sort file names by increasing number value (for example, 3 < 22 < 111). When numerical sorting is disabled, File Explorer will sort file names by each digit in a file name (for example, 111 < 22 < 3). You must be signed in as an administrator to enable or disable numerical sorting in File Explorer. Option One: Enable or Disable Numerical Sorting in File Explorer in Local Group Policy Editor Option Two: Enable or Disable Numerical Sorting...
General
Reset Network Adapters in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to reset network adapters in Windows 11. A network adapter (aka: Network Interface Controller (NIC) ) is a computer hardware component that connects a computer to the Internet or local area network. A network reset will remove and reinstall all your network adapters, and set other networking components back to their original factory settings. You might need to reinstall other networking software afterwards, such as VPN client software or virtual switches. Resetting your network adapters may help fix network connection issues. You must be signed in as an administrator to reset network adapters. Option One: Reset All Network Adapters in Settings Option Two: Reset All Network Adapters using Command...
Network and Internet
Turn On or Off Include Microphone when Recording with Snipping Tool in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off include microphone input by default when a screen recording starts with the Snipping Tool app for your account in Windows 11. The Snipping Tool app includes a built-in screen recorder and allows you to quickly take and annotate screenshots, photos and other images with your pen, touch, or mouse and save, paste or share with other apps. Snipping Tool app version 11.2307.44.0 introduces support for optionally recording your PC audio and voice overs using a microphone. New app settings let you configure the default audio recording settings for new screen recordings, and if you have multiple recording devices, you can select your preferred recording device before you start recording...
Apps
Allow or Block Microsoft Family Member to Sign In to Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to allow or block a family member in your Microsoft Family group to sign in to your Windows 11 device. A family group is a set of individuals connected through the Microsoft Family Safety app on their Windows 10, Windows 11, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, or Android and iOS mobile devices. Establishing a family group is an easy, effective way to encourage healthy online habits and manage busy schedules. Microsoft Family Safety makes it easy to allow members of your family group to sign in to your Windows 11 device. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/connect-devices-in-family-safety-6f961c4e-3295-4db7-b209-2b4c2ca6779c You must be signed in to Windows 11 with a...
Accounts
Enable or Disable Show Shadows under Windows in Windows 11
This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable showing shadows under windows for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows 11 will show shadows under windows by default. The shadow visual effect is only for aesthetic purposes, so you can disable showing shadows under windows if wanted. The "Show shadows under windows" setting is saved to the UserPreferencesMask REG_BINARY value in the key below in Registry Editor. HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop EXAMPLE: Enable or disable "Show shadows under windows" Here's How: 1 Open Visual Effects Performance Options (SystemPropertiesPerformance.exe). 2 Check (enable - default) or uncheck (disable) Show shadows under windows for what you want. (see screenshot...
Personalization
Clear Allowed Sites for Website Typo Protection Override in Microsoft Edge
This tutorial will show you how to clear all previously allowed sites for Website Typo Protection override 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. Microsoft Edge includes a Website Typo Protection setting which is a typosquatting (aka: URL hijacking) checker that can warn you if you appear to have mistyped a common web address and may be directed to a malicious site. When you get a Website Typo Protection prompt for a site, you...
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