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Personalization

How to personalize your computers and devices, the appearance of your apps, and their behavior, as well as other aspects of their functioning. In other words, how to make your computers, devices, gadgets, and all their apps look and work the way you want to.

How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows 10

How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows 10

Codrut Neagu
01.07.2025

Shortcuts are useful, but they can also pile up quickly and clutter your desktop. That’s why it helps to know both how to add and how to remove shortcuts from the desktop in Windows 10. While only one icon is

5 things you can't do with the Windows 11 Start Menu

5 things you can't do with the Windows 11 Start Menu

Diana Ann Roe
26.06.2025

Windows 11 offers a new, fresh-looking Start Menu whose modern design holds a lot of promise. By default, it’s centered on the desktop and much simpler compared to its iterations from previous Windows operating systems. However, while it does feel

How to access notifications swiping from the top right on Samsung Galaxy devices

How to access notifications swiping from the top right on Samsung Galaxy devices

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
19.06.2025

By default, when swiping from the top-right corner of the screen on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone or tablet with One UI 7.0 or newer, you access the Quick Settings but don’t see your notifications. To be able to read your

Get your Quick Settings and notifications back together on Samsung Galaxy devices

Get your Quick Settings and notifications back together on Samsung Galaxy devices

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
12.06.2025

In its latest One UI 7.0 software update for Galaxy devices, Samsung decided to copy an iPhone feature that nobody asked for, separating Quick Settings from notifications. If you bought a Samsung Galaxy device with One UI 7.0 or newer,

7 ways to customize the Windows 11 Start Menu

7 ways to customize the Windows 11 Start Menu

Diana Ann Roe
10.06.2025

Are you tired of the same Windows 11 Start Menu whenever you boot up your PC? Whether you’re wondering how to move the Start Menu in Windows 11 to the left or want to organize it better, there are plenty

How to exclude OneDrive and iCloud from the Photos app on Windows

How to exclude OneDrive and iCloud from the Photos app on Windows

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
29.04.2025

In Windows 11 and Windows 10, the Photos app can display your entire collection of images and videos, including those stored locally on your computer or device, as well as those in your OneDrive or iCloud storage. If you’re a

How to customize Windows Terminal Profiles

How to customize Windows Terminal Profiles

Codrut Neagu
16.04.2025

Whether you’re running PowerShell for system tasks, using Command Prompt for legacy applications, or working with Linux and WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux), Windows Terminal allows you to customize each environment with unique settings and visual styles. In this guide,

How to customize the Windows Terminal

How to customize the Windows Terminal

Codrut Neagu
10.04.2025

Windows Terminal is a favorite tool for software developers and power users alike, thanks to its modern design, flexibility, and impressive customization options. Unlike the classic Command Prompt, Windows Terminal combines multiple environments, such as PowerShell, Command Prompt, and even

How to customize the Command Prompt (CMD) in Windows 10

How to customize the Command Prompt (CMD) in Windows 10

Codrut Neagu
07.04.2025

The Command Prompt (CMD) is a powerful tool, and many enjoy using it. However, it does look somewhat boring and intimidating, especially for younger audiences. The good news is that you can configure the Command Prompt settings according to your

Do not disturb in Windows 11: How to turn it on or off

Do not disturb in Windows 11: How to turn it on or off

Diana Ann Roe
18.03.2025

Whether you’re working, attending a virtual meeting, gaming, or simply trying to focus, constant notifications can distract you and interrupt your workflow. Luckily, Windows 11 provides a built-in Do not disturb mode to help you manage notifications effectively by silencing

How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 10

How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 10

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
06.03.2025

When you scroll on a Windows 10 laptop or desktop computer, the active window moves up or down by three lines. If you keep rotating the scroll wheel, Windows 10 continues scrolling by three lines in the direction you’re using.

How to turn on and off Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge

How to turn on and off Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge

Diana Ann Roe
28.02.2025

The Microsoft Edge Dark Mode is a cool feature built into the browser that provides a sleek, visually comfortable browsing experience. On top of enhancing aesthetics, the Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge also helps reduce eye strain, especially in low-light

How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 11

How to change the mouse and touchpad scroll direction in Windows 11

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
25.02.2025

By default, a computer mouse scrolls down three lines at a time in Windows 11. Therefore, the active app window goes three lines lower each time you roll the mouse scroll wheel downward. When you use a Windows 11 laptop

How to change the wallpaper on your Android smartphone (3 ways)

How to change the wallpaper on your Android smartphone (3 ways)

Codrut Neagu
23.01.2025

The Home screen and Lock screen on your Android or Samsung Galaxy device are the first things you see every time you unlock your phone or check the time. Personalizing these screens by changing the wallpaper allows you to showcase

Turn on or turn off Dark Mode for Windows apps (File Explorer, Outlook, Paint, etc.)

Turn on or turn off Dark Mode for Windows apps (File Explorer, Outlook, Paint, etc.)

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
06.01.2025

Enabling or disabling Dark Mode in Windows 10 and Windows 11 is straightforward. With a single setting, you can control the appearance of both your operating system and all Windows apps. However, you may want more granular control. Perhaps you'd

How to turn on and turn off Dark Mode on an iPhone

How to turn on and turn off Dark Mode on an iPhone

Diana Ann Roe
13.12.2024

The Dark Mode on an iPhone is a popular feature that uses a darker color palette for the iOS apps and interface, offering a sleek and visually appealing experience. Furthermore, the iPhone Dark Mode can reduce eye strain, especially in

How to add or remove the seconds from the Windows 11 clock

How to add or remove the seconds from the Windows 11 clock

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
28.11.2024

Some people want their Windows 11 clock to show the seconds, not just the hours and minutes, as it does by default. This wasn’t possible in the initial version of Windows 11, but Microsoft added this feature in an update

The iPhone Control Center: All you need to know

The iPhone Control Center: All you need to know

Diana Ann Roe
22.11.2024

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,

How to show or hide the Favorites bar in Microsoft Edge: 4 ways

How to show or hide the Favorites bar in Microsoft Edge: 4 ways

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
19.11.2024

In the Microsoft Edge browser, you can see the Favorites bar only when you open a new tab. As soon as you load a website in the active tab, the Favorites bar is hidden and it shows up again when

20 cute Christmas wallpapers for iPhone & Android in 2024

20 cute Christmas wallpapers for iPhone & Android in 2024

Diana Ann Roe
11.11.2024

Are you looking to get into the holiday spirit every time you check your phone? Then how about a cute Christmas wallpaper for your iPhone or Android smartphone to turn your device into a cheerful, festive accessory? Do you find