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When you compress files in Windows 11, you help reduce storage space and can save additional data in the same area. Compressing files also enables you to transfer files faster, but before you look for third-party software to help you with that, why not use the integrated feature in Windows 11 that allows you to compress your files? That way, if your computer is running slow, … [Read more...] about How to Easily Compress Files on Windows 11

You might want to reset your Windows 11 computer because it's too slow, or you're experiencing some other issues you haven't been able to fix. There could be malware or software problems that so far have no fix, and you want to start from scratch. Starting over sounds like too much, but sometimes it's what you need to improve your computer's performance. Keep reading to see … [Read more...] about How to Quickly Reset Your Windows 11 Computer

The benefit of sleep mode on your Windows 11 computer is that it lets you quickly pick up from where you left off. But if you're in the middle of a big download, you should avoid going into sleep mode on your computer. Plus, some users like to come back to a screen that's already on and not have to log in again. Please keep reading to see how you put your computer into sleep … [Read more...] about How to Turn On and off Sleep Mode in Windows 11

You can separate your work and personal space when you create and customize virtual desktops on Windows 11. Thanks to this feature, you can have different environments for work and other things and easily find the tabs you need. Each virtual desktop has its window and tabs. If you close tabs on one desktop, it won't affect the ones on the other virtual desktop. Keep reading to … [Read more...] about How to Create and Customize Virtual Desktops on Windows 11

When you find your Wi-Fi signal strength, you know exactly how much signal you have. Sure, you could try a site that measures your signal strength, but there are other ways you can check without opening another tab that might make your browsing experience even slower. You can check your signal strength using the Command Prompt, the Task Manager, the Control Panel, and more. In … [Read more...] about Windows 11: How to Find Your Wi-Fi Signal Strength

You walk away from your computer, and it locks without touching anything. No, it's not your Jedi powers, but it would be great if it were, right? This is Dynamic Lock on Windows 11. It's a feature integrated into your computer, so you can use it without installing a third-party app. The last thing you may need is to install something else when your computer is already slow. … [Read more...] about Windows 11: What is Dynamic Lock and How to Set It Up

It can be very frustrating when your Windows 11 mic is not working. You need it for work or something personal, but your computer is not hearing you. The following tips will help you troubleshoot what is causing your mic not to work. Since the cause of the issue is not the same for all, keep reading to see which of the various listed tips will get your mic working again. It … [Read more...] about Fix: Windows 11 Mic Not Working

When you keep Task Manager always on top on Windows 11, you can keep track of tasks, running processes, look at computer performance, and more. Thanks to this app, you can have various processes under control. But it can get lost in the apps you open if you don't make a simple change always to keep it on top. By knowing how to keep the Task Manager app always on top, so matter … [Read more...] about How to Keep Task Manager Always on Top on Windows 11

Windows users always look for a way to improve their computer's performance. One of many things you can do to help improve performance is to put apps to sleep. When you place an app to sleep, it's not running in the background and, therefore, is not using your computer's resources, for example, the CPU, Battery life, and Memory. There are apps that you may always need awake, … [Read more...] about How to Put Apps to Sleep in Windows 11

Most advanced web browsers like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge can encounter temporary errors that distract you from what you are doing. An error you may often encounter is the "Error code: Out of Memory" on web browsers of Windows 11. … [Read more...] about Fixed Error Code: Out of Memory on Windows 11 Web Browsers

Are you looking to turbocharge your Windows 11/10 with a free, effortless tuning application? Give the Microsoft PowerToys a quick spin now. If you don't know how, no worries! I'm going to explain everything below. … [Read more...] about How to Use Microsoft PowerToys in Windows 11/10

Snipping Tool is a screenshot software on your Windows computer for screenshots and videos. The software first appeared in Vista and has been there ever since. You can take screenshots with the software and edit them without needing another software. But, thanks to an update, you can also record specific areas of your display. Here's how to record only the needed areas and save … [Read more...] about Snipping Tool in Windows 11: How to Record Specific Areas

Enabling the Caps Lock key means that anything you type will appear in uppercase. While it may sound helpful, unknowingly turning it on could be frustrating by making the words be typed in capital letters. The situation gets worse when you type some lines without noticing. Unless you were writing on a sophisticated text editor, there would be no easy method to convert the … [Read more...] about How To Turn Off Caps Lock on Windows 11 With Proven Methods

The Dynamic Lock feature on your Windows 11 computer is a feature that helps keep your files safe. You can set it up so that when you move away from your computer, it locks automatically so no one can access your important files. Sure, you can close the lid or put it to sleep, but you can easily forget to do that when something needs your immediate attention. The following tips … [Read more...] about Fix Dynamic Lock Not Working on Windows 11

The widgets on Windows 11 can be helpful. But they can be distracting and can also clutter your Taskbar. By disabling the widgets, you can help save RAM, which is great if it's something you've been struggling with. The good news is that turning off widgets in Windows 11 takes little time. Keep reading to see what steps to follow. … [Read more...] about Windows 11: How to Turn Off Widgets

Dealing with the Start menu not working on your Windows 11 computer can be frustrating. You use it daily, and now having to use that time to fix it can feel overwhelming. Here are some helpful tips you can try to troubleshoot the Start Menu issues that have already caused enough inconviniences. … [Read more...] about Fix: Windows 11 Start Menu Not Working