You can add a create elevated shortcut to a new context menu in Windows 10 to bypass having to see the User Account Control (UAC) prompt from Windows. Additionally, when you run as an administrator using the elevated shortcut, you can allow those apps to run at startup, which would not be possible by default […]
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Microsoft Windows is the desktop operating system that has captured the lion’s share of the market for decades thanks to its common availability across a beacon of computers brought out by various manufacturers. With a strong foundation headed by Bill Gates and features such as the famous Start menu, Windows is in a good position to capitalize on progressive web apps and whatever other technological advancements the future demands from a desktop OS.
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How to Use Bing Wallpaper App to Change Windows 10 Desktop Background [Tutorial]
I would like to get Bing’s daily photos delivered automatically on my computer so they can be used as wallpapers. I would like these wallpapers to differ from the wallpapers that are available from the official Microsoft Windows 10 featured wallpapers section, though I would still like them given by an official Microsoft source such […]
How to Enable/Disable File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I know that it is possible to turn off File History from the Settings and Control Panel. However, as an administrator of my computer and its network, I would like to disable File History entirely in the hopes that it would become grayed out so that other users who are not admins would not be […]
How to Add/Remove Folders for File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to use File History for my backups, but I would like the ability to add more folders to the File History backups as well as to have the chance to remove any folders I no longer want in the backups. Resolution: Before Windows 8 was released, the Windows operating system had Backup and […]
How to Turn On/Off File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to use Windows 10’s default backup feature called File History. I am coming from Windows 7’s Backup and Restore feature, and I wanted File History because it backs up my files more often, albeit only a few critical folders that I need for my company. I just need to know how to turn […]
How to Delete Older Versions of File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to continue using File History to store the backups of my files, but I would like the flexibility to choose how long the backups are stored on my computer. This means that if I want to store the backups for a shorter period of time, I can do that, and if I want […]
How to Select Drive for File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to keep using the same Windows default backup feature that I had first learned in Windows 8 called File History. When I go to access File History though I can’t work out how to choose what drive the backups will be stored on. I realize that I can’t use my C: drive because […]
How to Restore Files/Folders from File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I have previously used File History to take automatic backups for my files and folders. I’m already familiar with turning File History on and allowing the automatic backups, as well as choosing how much time elapses between backups. Now I’m looking to restore those backups. Resolution: Before Windows 8 was released, the Windows operating system […]
How to Change How Long File History Stores Backups in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I have upgraded my computer from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. I use File History to make backups of my Libraries, OneDrive, and Desktop folders to the external drive. The total space comes close to the 1 terabyte maximum that my external hard drive allows. I am concerned that File History is using up too […]
How to Change How Often to Save File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I have upgraded my computer from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. I use File History to make backups of my Libraries, OneDrive, and Desktop folders to the external drive. The total space comes close to the 1 terabyte maximum that my external hard drive allows. I am concerned that File History is using up too […]
How to Backup Files/Folders via File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I have heard that Microsoft is considering doing away with System Restore. After looking into it, my System Restore was turned off by default. This didn’t look positive for restoring my computer in future Windows 10 updates, so I have decided to look elsewhere for backup solutions. I have heard of third-party software such as […]
How to See List of All Available System Restore Points in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I’ve had a problem with the Recycling Bin—I went to copy a folder, and it disappeared. The folder should have ended up in the Recycling Bin, but for whatever reason, it’s not in there, and I don’t know where else it could be. To solve the problem, I want to perform a System Restore, which […]
How to Backup/Restore Network Shares and Permissions in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I’ve been using file sharing over a network for my small company, and we have put in quite a bit of effort setting up all of our different permissions. As the administrator who is in charge of everyone’s roles, I would like to back up the network shares and permissions that have been created. Resolution: […]
How to Backup/Restore Sticky Notes App Settings in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I love using the Sticky Notes app; however, I must admit trying to use the settings is a bit difficult. Moreover, it doesn’t have as many features as I would like. For instance, there doesn’t seem to be any way to backup the sticky notes. If the Sticky Notes app itself doesn’t offer a backup […]
How to Use Windows 10 Sticky Notes Online via OneNote Online [Tutorial]
I want to be able to open my existing sticky notes, as well as create new ones, by using the Windows 10 Sticky Notes application. However, I don’t want to have to rely on having access to my Microsoft account that I would usually have to log in to after having booted up my Windows […]
How to Enable/Disable Recent Items in Search in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want the recent applications and general search history to show up in the search results when using Search from the taskbar in Windows 10 so I get quick access to my most-used apps and websites. I would prefer them always being available from Search so I don’t have to manually navigate to their locations, […]
How to Enable/Disable Tab Groups in Microsoft Edge [Tutorial]
I want to be able to better order my Microsoft Edge tabs because when I use my computer I often have many tabs open and it becomes cluttered and causes confusion. I want Edge to be able to allow me to categorize my tabs so each website remains grouped together, which will help with my […]
How to Enable/Disable Windows Update Automatic Updates in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to be able to stop automatic updates on Windows 10 because I’m not interested in Windows 10 automatically handling these on its own. I prefer to be in control of the Windows updates being installed myself. But I would only stop automatic updates if I knew I could choose to continue them again […]
How to Check Reserved Storage Size for Windows Update [Tutorial]
I want to be able to check how much storage space my Windows 10 operating system is using up for the Reserved Storage feature so that I can decide whether I would like it enabled or disabled. Resolution: Starting from Windows 10 build 18298, there is a new Reserved Storage feature. Since hard drives can […]
How to Prevent Windows Update from Updating Individual Device Drivers [Tutorial]
Though it is not advised for everyday computer users to follow them, there are tutorials out there that allow you to prevent Windows Update from updating the computer as well as tutorials for preventing new device drivers from installing across all devices on the computer. However, what is less understood is how you can prevent […]
How to Turn On/Off Potentially Unwanted App Protection in Microsoft Edge [Tutorial]
I already run a reliable antivirus/antimalware program that should keep my computer safe but I’d like to add another layer of protection that prevents me from downloading Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUAs) when I’m browsing the internet. I realize that the protection is only going to be specific to the web browser that I’m using, which […]
How to Save List of Running Processes in Task Manager to File in Windows [Tutorial]
I would like to save all Windows processes to a text file so I can dump the list of all running processes on my Windows computer. I know about the Tasklist tool, but I don’t want to install another program on my machine; I would prefer using a feature already built into Windows if I […]
How to Enable Windows Mobility Center on a Desktop Windows PC [Tutorial]
I have used the Windows Mobility Center as a Control Panel item on my laptop and would like to enable the same feature so that I can use it on my desktop as well. That way I can still get access to my volume, screen brightness, power options to Wi‐Fi, and Bluetooth settings on my […]
How to Reset Windows Mobility Center Default Open Position in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
The Windows Mobility Center is a feature found within the Windows operating system that gives you quick access to some of the most commonly used features. The name “Windows Mobility Center” alluded to these features being undeniably the most common for mobile devices. For that reason, you won’t find it available for desktops unless you […]
How to Open Windows Mobility Center in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
The Windows Mobility Center is a feature found within the Windows operating system that gives you quick access to some of the most commonly used features. The name “Windows Mobility Center” alluded to these features being undeniably the most common for mobile devices. For that reason, you won’t find it available for desktops unless you […]
How to Turn On or Off Presentation Mode in Windows [Tutorial]
One of the reasons Microsoft Windows is such a popular operating system is because people love to use Microsoft Word and other applications that make up the Microsoft Office suite, such as Windows PowerPoint. Windows PowerPoint has been helping people give presentations for decades. If you have a presentation you need to give, the Windows […]
How to Uninstall a Windows Update in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
Windows 10 offers you a choice of when and how you would like to receive your automatic updates. By default, the updates will download and install during the time given in automatic maintenance. But you can also choose to defer updates — up to 365 days for feature updates and 30 for quality updates — […]
How to Add Website to All Apps in Start Menu in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
When you first start up a computer that runs Windows 10 and log in, you will not see much on your desktop, apart from the icons you have added manually and some bare essentials such as a web browser and recycling bin. While some default icons are found in the Taskbar, generally speaking, if you […]
How to Create Custom Font with Microsoft Font Maker App in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to use a custom font — or even my own handwriting — as the font I see when using Microsoft Word and other applications that come with Microsoft Office. Resolution One of the obvious differences between writing and typing is when you type, you only have a preference of official fonts to use […]
How to Enable/Disable Microsoft Edge Pre-launching in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
I want to block Windows 10 from preloading the Microsoft Edge web browser when the operating system starts up to help improve loading times and so I do not see the MicrosoftEdge.exe, MicrosoftEdgeCP.exe, and MicrosoftEdgeSH.exe processes in Task Manager. Resolution: Microsoft Edge is a web browser that is developed by Microsoft and comes preinstalled as […]