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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.

tutorial How to add, modify, or remove widgets from Android

How to add, modify, or remove widgets from Android

Widgets can be incredibly useful, so it’s a good idea to know how to add or remove them from your Android smartphone. Android widgets are interactive and provide data, while also acting as gateways to apps. This tutorial shows you all you need to know on how to add or remove widgets from your Android's Home Screen, including Samsung Galaxy devices: NOTE: For
tutorial How to change a drive’s name and icon in Windows

How to change a drive’s name and icon in Windows

Do you have a USB drive for which you want to change the name and icon displayed by Windows in File Explorer? Are you tired of the default drive icons shown by Windows, and you want to change them with custom ones? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, you’re in the right place. Here’s how to set a custom name
tutorial How to change a shortcut icon in Windows 11 and Windows 10

How to change a shortcut icon in Windows 11 and Windows 10

In both Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can change any shortcut icon, whether it's a regular one linking to an app, file, folder, or web page or one of the standard desktop icons. This comes in handy if you dislike the default icon of an app or you want to add a personal touch to your Windows computer or device. Changing the icons
tutorial How to change the mouse pointer size, color, and thickness

How to change the mouse pointer size, color, and thickness

Windows 11 and Windows 10 both have some exciting new options that allow you to change the mouse pointer size and color. Have you grown tired of the dull white or black mouse pointer? Are you having trouble seeing the standard size mouse cursor on your screen? Would you prefer one in a lively color, maybe one that matches your wallpaper? How about making
tutorial How to use custom mouse cursors in Windows

How to use custom mouse cursors in Windows

Your mouse cursor plays a vital role when using your computer, and you should be completely comfortable with its appearance. Maybe you want a larger cursor, easy to find in a text without straining your eyes, or perhaps you are bored with the same old pointer that you have been using for what feels like forever. Whatever the case, this tutorial shows you how
article Download the 30 best free mouse cursors for Windows

Download the 30 best free mouse cursors for Windows

Are you bored with the Windows user interface? Are you tired of its default customization options? Then maybe it is time for you to make your desktop look unique by downloading, installing, and using a new mouse cursor theme. There are plenty of cool cursors available on the internet. Most of the pointers are animated, some are excellent for gaming or inspired by games,
tutorial How to install custom mouse cursors in Windows

How to install custom mouse cursors in Windows

If you want to change the way your mouse cursors look, you have two options. The easy one is to install a mouse cursor scheme that changes all the pointers from Windows. The other one is to set a specific pointer for each mouse cursor manually. If you want to know how to install mouse cursors in Windows 10 and Windows 11, read this
article What is a font and what is a font family?

What is a font and what is a font family?

Have you ever wondered what fonts are? How about font families? Do you want to know more about font properties, font weight and font styles? In this guide, we answer all these questions (and more) and define the different little things that, together, make a font and a font family. Let's get started: What is a font? By definition, a font is a
article 10 best locations for downloading safe free fonts

10 best locations for downloading safe free fonts

Fonts are often underrated: although they can completely overhaul the way your documents, presentations, or websites look, many people do not consider them essential. However, looks usually have a significant effect, sometimes impacting us even more than content. The good thing about the internet is that you can get nearly anything you want for free or at an affordable price. That is also true
tutorial How to view and install fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10

How to view and install fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10

Windows has more than just a few preinstalled fonts. However, at some point, you might want more. What if you find a beautiful font online and want it on your computer? How do you install free fonts in Windows 11 and Windows 10? Moreover, how do you see what fonts are on your computer? These are a few of the questions we’re going to
article Best wallpapers for Windows (4K and Full HD)

Best wallpapers for Windows (4K and Full HD)

Okay, so you’ve switched back and forth between the wallpapers included with Windows and you’ve yet to find one that fits your style. Or maybe you want that character from your favorite game on your desktop. So you start searching the internet for the best background images for Windows 10 or Windows 11 and you end up here. Well, Digital Citizen delivers, as always.
article 7 great download locations for free Windows themes

7 great download locations for free Windows themes

There are many ways to personalize your Windows device and make it look unique. This article presents seven great download locations for Windows 10 and Windows 11 themes. These websites provide many good-looking themes for free, including themes for 4K monitors. Some of them provide original content, and they feature works by photographers and illustrators. Looking for the best places for Windows 10 and
tutorial How to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 and Windows 11

You could be wondering how to restore the desktop icons in Windows 10 or Windows 11 for several reasons. Maybe all your icons are missing from the Windows desktop, in which case showing them again can be done easily with a couple of clicks or taps. Or perhaps you want to restore your operating system’s old default shortcuts to your desktop, which is helpful
tutorial How to add or remove desktop icons (shortcuts) in Windows

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

While shortcuts are useful, knowing how to add and how to remove icons from your desktop helps you avoid clutter and keep everything tidy. Showing only one icon by default, Windows 10 and Windows 11 appear to encourage a “clean” desktop, but you can add as many shortcuts as you want, as long as they fit on your screen. This tutorial illustrates how to
tutorial How to change the Windows 11 theme

How to change the Windows 11 theme

A Windows theme is a collection of settings that alters visual and sound aspects of your operating system. When you change the Windows 11 theme, you can modify several elements (background, color, sound, and mouse cursor) simultaneously, so this is an easy and impactful way of customizing the user interface. Windows 11 includes more default themes than its predecessor, and you can switch between
tutorial How to change the background on Windows 11: 6 ways

How to change the background on Windows 11: 6 ways

Are you wondering how to change the wallpaper on Windows 11? Microsoft’s default choice for the Windows 11 background is beautiful and elegant. However, changing the wallpaper in Windows 11 is what makes your computer or device truly unique. And you see the Windows 11 desktop background a lot, so it’s important to choose something you love. Read this guide to find out how
tutorial How to add Home screen shortcuts on Samsung Galaxy devices

How to add Home screen shortcuts on Samsung Galaxy devices

The Android Home screen shortcuts are the fastest way to access your favorite apps and contacts. In this tutorial, we explain how to put apps on Home screen for your Android device, how to add or remove shortcuts, pin documents, files, and even websites to the Home screen. Here’s everything you need to know on how to manage your Android Home screen shortcuts:
tutorial Adding Home screen shortcuts on Android 12: all you need to know!

Adding Home screen shortcuts on Android 12: all you need to know!

The Android Home screen shortcuts are the fastest way to access your favorite apps and contacts. In this tutorial, we explain how to put apps on Home screen for your Android 12 device, how to add or remove shortcuts, pin PDF documents, files, and even websites to the Home screen. Here’s everything you need to know to manage your Android 12 Home screen shortcuts:
tutorial How to set the default microphone in Windows 10

How to set the default microphone in Windows 10

In Windows 10, connecting a new microphone usually sets it as the default device for recording. However, if you constantly plug in various sound inputs, you might find that your usual microphone for Skype or Teams calls is not working anymore or that the default recording device is incorrectly set. In this tutorial, we explain how to check and set the default microphone in
article 5 things you can't do with the Windows 11 Start Menu

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

Windows 11 brings many new features and improvements over Windows 10, including a completely redesigned Start Menu. By default, it’s now centered on the desktop, without live tiles, and much simpler compared to its earlier iterations from previous Windows operating systems. Many have already embraced Windows 11 and love the new Start Menu, albeit the things you can’t do with it. Unfortunately, some of