Windows 11

  • Minimize All Windows

    There are serveral different ways to minimize all open windows. Use the keyboard shortcut Windows + D to minimize all open windows.  Use the Shake method, if the option is turned on. Open SETTINGS -> SYSTEM -> MULTITASKING and move the Title bar window shake toggle to On. Now, when you click the title bar of an open window, keep the…

  • Expand The Right Click Menu

    Windows 11 has a redesigned context menu (the one that appears when you right-click on files and folders in Explorer) and you may find that some options you are used to are missing. You can access the old-style menu by clicking Show more options at the bottom of the context menu, or by selecting a file or…

  • Customize Start Menu

    Open Settings,  head to Personalization > Start, and use the toggles to enable or disable recently added apps, most-used apps, and recent items. If you click Folders, you can add shortcuts to various options – like Settings, Explorer, or specific folders – using the appropriate toggles. Windows 11

  • Pin Frequently Used Apps

    For those frequently used apps, you can “Pin” them for quick and easy access in either the Start or Taskbar area.  By scrolling apps Click the Start button. Locate the shortcut for an app and right-click it. In the menu, select either Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar. By searching apps: Click the Start button. Type…

  • Enhance Your Sound

    You can improve or enhance your audio sound quality from speakers or any audio-out device using Enhance Audio feature.  Right-click the volume icon in the taskbar. Select Sound settings. Click the arrow to the right of the audio device you are using. Scroll down through the options to Ena and move the toggle labeled Enhance audio…

  • Start Menu Shortcuts

    A quick and invaluable list of commonly used shortcuts is a hidden gem often overlooked. To display this handy menu that provides easy access to many Windows components, including Explorer, Settings, and sections of the Control Panel, perform either of the following: Right-click the START button Press Windows key + X  Windows 10 Windows 11

  • Make Use of Widgets

    Widgets are mini-apps that are displayed in a small pop-up window when you click the Widgets button in the taskbar.  You can customize the widgets you see by clicking the button followed by your profile picture to the upper right. Click the + button next to a widget preview to add it to the display….

  • Exclude Edge in ALT + TAB

    You can use Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut to switch between open applications and windows. With Windows 11, you can also include browser tabs from Microsoft Edge in the Alt + Tab list for easy navigation.  To Exclude the browser tabs Go to START -> SETTINGS -> SYSTEM -> MULTITASKING Look for the option that says “Show Microsoft Edge…