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Tutorials, how-to guides, and blog posts about using Windows. How to use laptops, tablets, PCs, and other gadgets with Windows.

tutorial How to turn on and off Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge

How to turn on and off Dark Mode in Microsoft Edge

Dark Mode is a cool feature that all operating systems and many apps have adopted. You might like it too and find it easier on the eyes than the default Light Mode. However, the Dark Mode doesn’t look great in all apps and all situations, and some people want to disable it. Whether you like it on or off, you have arrived at the
tutorial What version of Chrome do I have? 6 ways to find out

What version of Chrome do I have? 6 ways to find out

Google Chrome reigns supreme as the dominant web browser across all platforms. You can use Chrome on both your home and work computers, as well as on mobile devices, and keeping it up to date is crucial for its security and performance. If you’re wondering, “What version of Chrome do I have?”, there are several ways to figure that out on any device. This
tutorial How to clear cookies on Microsoft Edge

How to clear cookies on Microsoft Edge

Cookies are not just tasty treats but also an essential part of your experience on the internet. Browser cookies are small pieces of text used by websites to store information about you. This data is then used to let you create online accounts, remember your details, or personalize your online experience. However, cookies also allow sites to track you and gather data about you,
article How to mute a tab in Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Opera

How to mute a tab in Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Opera

Do you often come across websites that automatically play videos or sounds without your permission in one of your browser tabs? Do you find them as annoying as we do, so you want to mute them immediately and get back to what you were doing? Then you’re in the right place. Since unwanted audio bothers us a lot, we decided to create a guide
article Windows 10 May 2021 Update: What's new and removed?

Windows 10 May 2021 Update: What's new and removed?

The eleventh “major” update to Windows 10 is Windows 10 May 2021 Update or version 21H1. As of the 18th of May 2021, Microsoft is slowly rolling it out to users worldwide. First, it gets to the users that hit the “Check for updates” button in Windows Update, and then to others as well, while the company gathers data about its stability. If you
tutorial How to change language in Firefox on Windows and Mac

How to change language in Firefox on Windows and Mac

If you’re wondering how to change the language in Firefox, the procedure is now more straightforward than ever. And with over 90 available options available, it’s easy to find what you want when it comes to the Firefox language. This guide illustrates how to change languages in Firefox from English to Spanish on Windows and macOS, but the same steps apply if you decide
tutorial How to make Chrome the default browser in Windows 10 (Firefox & Opera)

How to make Chrome the default browser in Windows 10 (Firefox & Opera)

Are you wondering how to make Google Chrome the default browser in Windows 10? Do you want to make Firefox the default browser on your Windows 10 computer or device? How about another web browser? Whether you like Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Edge, or any other browser out there, this guide has all the answers you need. Keep reading to find out how
tutorial The Start Menu live folders: How to use them in Windows 10

The Start Menu live folders: How to use them in Windows 10

Folders are one of the defining concepts of Windows, as they’re one of the best ways to organize files and other folders on your computer or device. The same is also true for the Window 10 Start Menu, which can include live folders for your app tiles and shortcuts. This guide tells you everything you need to know about live folders, sometimes called tile
tutorial How to block or unblock someone on WhatsApp

How to block or unblock someone on WhatsApp

Are you a WhatsApp user and someone is bothering you with messages or calls you don’t want? Did you know you can block anyone on WhatsApp and stop them from sending you messages or calling you? When you block someone on WhatsApp, do they know that you did that? What do they see? What happens when you call someone who blocked you on WhatsApp?
tutorial How to make Google my search engine in Microsoft Edge

How to make Google my search engine in Microsoft Edge

The new Chromium-based Edge is, in my opinion, a fantastic browser. However, inserting search terms into its address bar revealed that the default search engine in Microsoft Edge is Bing, and it wasn’t exactly obvious how to make Google my search engine instead. If you also want to change the Edge search engine to Google, DuckDuckGo, Yahoo!, or any other site that uses the
tutorial How to choose the default GPU for gaming or apps in Windows 10

How to choose the default GPU for gaming or apps in Windows 10

Many computers use processors with built-in integrated graphics that help them provide basic video features. However, some PCs also have dedicated video cards that are used for more demanding apps and games. Usually, Windows 10 automatically switches between graphics cards, depending on the apps you are using and the games you’re playing. However, sometimes, you might want to force a particular app or game
article Top 10 Microsoft Edge add-ons in 2021

Top 10 Microsoft Edge add-ons in 2021

Most people like to personalize their devices and tools, and that applies to web browsers too. Just like other popular browsers (Chrome, Firefox, or Opera), Microsoft Edge offers a large variety of extensions, which you can download and install. Some of them are really good! If you like Microsoft Edge and you want to further expand its features, here is our list of top
tutorial How to use Windows 10's Action Center notifications

How to use Windows 10's Action Center notifications

If you use Windows 10 on your PC, you are acquainted with notifications, and you probably see them regularly. Whether you get a notification about a new email or Skype message, one about a new device you just connected to your PC, or a notification about new system features being installed, Windows 10’s Action Center notifications system is always helping you stay on top
tutorial How to configure proxy server settings in Windows 10

How to configure proxy server settings in Windows 10

Windows 10 offers the ability to set a proxy server from its Settings app without the need for third-party software. This feature allows you to protect your online privacy by covering some of your tracks when surfing the web. Furthermore, using a proxy server might be the only way to access the internet in schools or enterprise environments. The proxy server, which acts as
tutorial 12 ways to manage tabs in Microsoft Edge

12 ways to manage tabs in Microsoft Edge

While managing tabs in Microsoft Edge is not exactly exciting, it becomes necessary if you have too many open tabs. Luckily, Edge comes with a wide range of tools and features that help you organize and manage your tabs efficiently to avoid clutter and ensure you can easily find what you’re looking for. Read this guide to find out everything you need to know
tutorial How to open Disk Defragmenter in Windows (12 ways)

How to open Disk Defragmenter in Windows (12 ways)

The Defragment and Optimize Drives utility from Windows has a long history. It used to be called simply Disk Defragmenter in Windows 7 and Windows 8. Even though it has a new name in Windows 10, Disk Defragmenter is essentially the same, and it performs a critical role in maintaining the health and performance of your hard disk drives. Files get created, changed, and
tutorial How to use the Microsoft Edge Collections

How to use the Microsoft Edge Collections

The new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge introduces the Collections feature, which is meant to replace setting tabs aside. It doesn’t matter if you’re planning a holiday, doing research, organizing an event, or looking for Easter gift ideas; you can easily save tabs and online content to different Collections that get synced across devices. Read this guide to learn more about using Collections in Microsoft Edge:
tutorial How to enable Do Not Track in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera

How to enable Do Not Track in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera

Do Not Track or DNT is a web browser feature that lets websites know you don’t want to be tracked. When you enable the DNT setting in your web browser, it sends a Do Not Track request with your browsing traffic to all the websites you visit and the third-party services they’re using, asking them not to collect data about you and your browsing
article What is WiFi Direct? How do you use WiFi Direct?

What is WiFi Direct? How do you use WiFi Direct?

WiFi? You know that and use it every day. Bluetooth? You know that too and also use it quite often. What if you could combine all the best features of the two? Well, it turns out you can, and that’s WiFi Direct. Do you want to know more about what WiFi Direct is, and what’s the difference between WiFi and WiFi Direct? Are you
tutorial How to change the language on Steam: All you need to know

How to change the language on Steam: All you need to know

While not exactly intuitive, it’s not complicated to change the Steam language. You can switch to any of the twenty-eight languages available with just a few clicks or taps. This guide illustrates how to change the language on Steam from English to Spanish if you’re using the Steam website, as well as the corresponding apps available for Windows 10, Mac, Android, and iPhones. The