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How to make your computers, smartphones and other types of devices easier to use, including for people with physical or situational disabilities.

tutorial How to enable, disable, and configure AutoPlay in Windows 11

How to enable, disable, and configure AutoPlay in Windows 11

Are you tired of the constant pop-ups asking you to choose what happens every time you plug in a USB drive or insert a memory card into your Windows 11 PC? They’re managed by a feature named AutoPlay, which can either be a reliable friend or persistent annoyance, depending on how you configure it. In this guide, I share how to take control of
tutorial How to open Photos in Windows (9 ways)

How to open Photos in Windows (9 ways)

Navigating through your digital photos should be one of the easiest things to do. Fortunately, the Photos app in Windows 10 and Windows 11 is designed to make that happen. It doesn’t matter if you want to see, organize, or edit your pictures, you can do it with this app’s user-friendly interface and handy tools. If you’ve ever found yourself asking “Where is the
tutorial The iPhone Control Center: All you need to know

The iPhone Control Center: All you need to know

The Control Center on your iPhone is a powerful tool designed for quick and effortless access to your device’s essential settings and features. In iOS 18, Apple redesigned the Control Center. It now has a new look with rounder buttons, and it includes even more helpful options you can use. Furthermore, almost everything about it can be easily customized, from its number of pages
tutorial Shortcuts for the UEFI BIOS & Windows Recovery Environment

Shortcuts for the UEFI BIOS & Windows Recovery Environment

When performing system maintenance, troubleshooting issues, or making hardware configuration changes, you may have to access your computer’s UEFI (BIOS) or the Windows Recovery Environment. Unfortunately, manually navigating through menus can be time-consuming, especially when you want or need to act as fast as possible. The good news is that in both Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can use commands and shortcuts for
tutorial How to open the same app twice or multiple times on Windows

How to open the same app twice or multiple times on Windows

On Windows, you can open multiple windows of the same program and use them at the same time. This can be helpful when you’re comparing information, moving files between folders, or working with several documents in Microsoft Word or Excel for a project or report. Running more than one window of the same app can make you more productive. If you’d like to learn
tutorial How to use and configure the Narrator, Windows’ screen reader

How to use and configure the Narrator, Windows’ screen reader

The Narrator is a built-in screen reader in Windows 10 and Windows 11, designed to read text on your computer out loud, making it easier for people with visual impairments to interact with their PC. With the Narrator, users can hear on-screen text and control their computer with voice commands and keyboard shortcuts. This guide will walk you through the setup, navigation, and customization
tutorial How to enable or turn off the Narrator in Windows

How to enable or turn off the Narrator in Windows

The Narrator in Windows is a built-in screen reader that reads out text and elements on your screen. It’s a tool that can help visually-impaired people interact with their computers. The Narrator can be activated or deactivated easily, using either a simple keyboard shortcut or a switch inside the Settings app. You can even turn it on while on the sign-in screen if you
tutorial How to open and use the Quick Settings panel in Windows 11

How to open and use the Quick Settings panel in Windows 11

The Quick Settings in Windows 11 allow you to change the status or modify frequently used settings without digging through menus or memorizing keyboard shortcuts. For instance, you can use the Windows 11 Quick Settings panel to adjust the volume of your speakers or the brightness of your laptop's screen, switch Wi-Fi networks, activate Night light, or turn off Airplane mode. If you’re using
tutorial How to use quick responses for incoming calls on iPhone

How to use quick responses for incoming calls on iPhone

If someone calls you at an inconvenient time, you can simultaneously reject the call and send a quick text from your iPhone. This useful feature is called Respond with Text on an iPhone, and it allows you to send a predefined message or a custom one to the caller. The iPhone Respond with Text can come in handy to let someone know that you’re
tutorial 11 ways to open Windows Security

11 ways to open Windows Security

Windows Security, formerly known as Microsoft Defender, is the go-to app for those who want to know more about security in Windows 10 and Windows 11. This app is part of Microsoft's operating system, and this is where you can find out what your antivirus has been doing, what your firewall has to say, and whether other security features are turned on and working
tutorial How to display the Control Panel in classic or category view style

How to display the Control Panel in classic or category view style

The Control Panel has long been one of the most frequently used features in Windows. It remains an essential tool even in Windows 10 and Windows 11, although its significance dwindles with each major Windows update. While the Control Panel has seen several usability improvements over time, some users still prefer the classic view that was standard in older versions like Windows XP. If
tutorial How to show CMD, PowerShell & Control Panel in the Windows 10 WinX menu

How to show CMD, PowerShell & Control Panel in the Windows 10 WinX menu

If you’re using a Windows 10 computer, you might have noticed that the Control Panel and Command Prompt are no longer available in the WinX menu - the menu that appears when you right-click the Start button. Over time, Microsoft has replaced these classic shortcuts with those for the Settings app and PowerShell. While these new tools are powerful and more in line with
tutorial How to add Google Drive to File Explorer

How to add Google Drive to File Explorer

Connecting Google Drive to your computer can make accessing and syncing files much easier. That’s why I think it’s a good idea to show you how to add Google Drive to File Explorer and make your cloud storage as accessible as any of your local drives. So, if you want to link Google Drive to File Explorer, read on. I’ll walk you through all
tutorial Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Whether you’re using Windows 10 or Windows 11, finding the items you’ve deleted starts with opening the Recycle Bin folder. That’s because the Recycle Bin in Windows is like a safety net you can use to recover files or folders you’ve previously deleted from your computer or device. So, if you’re wondering “Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?” or “Where to find the
tutorial 4 ways to open the iPhone Settings

4 ways to open the iPhone Settings

The iOS Settings app is your command center, helping you control and customize everything about your iPhone. But how do you open Settings on an iPhone? Luckily, Apple made it easy to access the iPhone Settings, and there’s more than one way to open it. Whether you’re new to iOS or interested in new ways to access the iPhone Settings app, this guide has
tutorial How to open Control Panel in Windows 11

How to open Control Panel in Windows 11

Does Windows 11 have a Control Panel? Are you looking for it because you used to rely on it on your older computers but it seems it’s nowhere to be found? This happens because the Control Panel has been somewhat obscured in Windows 11, making it less accessible than it was in previous versions like Windows 7 or even Windows 10. But don’t worry
tutorial How to open Control Panel in Windows 10

How to open Control Panel in Windows 10

Where is the Control Panel in Windows 10? How do you open it and is there any Control Panel shortcut you can use for that? To answer these questions, I did a bit of testing and experimentation. I had to do that because in Windows 10, the Control Panel is hidden compared to Microsoft’s older operating systems, like Windows 7. I managed to compile
tutorial How to personalize the taskbar in Windows 11

How to personalize the taskbar in Windows 11

The taskbar in Windows is the area at the bottom of your screen that allows you to quickly access your favorite apps, settings, and notifications, so customizing it to your liking can really change the way you work on your computer. Even if many argue that previous Windows systems had better taskbars in terms of customization options, the Windows 11 taskbar still lets you
tutorial How to turn the volume up or down in Windows (10 ways)

How to turn the volume up or down in Windows (10 ways)

Are you wondering how to increase the volume on your laptop, desktop computer, or tablet in Windows 10 or Windows 11? Or perhaps you want to know how to turn the volume up on a computer with your keyboard, so you’re looking for the sound volume shortcut key on your PC? The volume control in Windows is an essential feature, regardless of the device
tutorial How to snap windows side by side and split screen on Windows 10

How to snap windows side by side and split screen on Windows 10

The split screen feature in Windows 10 is perfect for multitasking, especially on a large display. It allows you to view apps side by side, on top of each other, or in a combination of both, snapping up to four windows on the screen simultaneously. With Snap Assist, positioning each window is easier than ever. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to split