Windows 11 : Top Tips and Tricks
Windows 11 offers a range of new features and customizations to enhance user productivity and enjoyment. Below is a summary of the top tips to make the most out of your Windows 11 system.
๐ Taskbar and Start Menu Customization
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Realign the Start Button: Move the Start button back to the left corner through Taskbar Settings.
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Pin Apps to the Start Menu: Right-click any app in the App List and pin it to the Start Menu for quick access.
๐จ Personalization and Layout Management
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Set Up Multiple Desktops: Create and manage virtual desktops with unique wallpapers for multitasking.
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Customize Your Interface with Themes: Choose from built-in themes or create your own through Settings > Personalization.
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Snap Layouts for Window Management: Use Snap Layouts to organize open windows with ease by hovering over the Maximize button.
๐ค Leverage AI with Copilot
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Generate Text and Images: Use Microsoft Copilot to write emails, create images, summarize content, and even code. Access it by clicking the Copilot icon on the taskbar or pressing Windows Key + C.
๐ ๏ธ Quick Settings and File Explorer Enhancements
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Quick Settings Panel: Manage Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and display settings by clicking the taskbar’s system icons.
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File Explorer Tabs: Open multiple tabs in File Explorer to reduce clutter. Drag and drop files between tabs with ease.
๐ฑ Connect Devices and Manage Communications
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Phone Link App: Wirelessly sync your Android phone with your PC to manage calls, texts, and notifications.
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Chat With Teams: Microsoft Teams is pre-installed and lets you message, call, and video chat with contacts.
๐ Enhance Security and Privacy
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Passkeys for Secure Logins: Use passkeys with Windows Hello for stronger, password-free authentication.
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Windows Backup for Data Safety: Back up files, settings, and apps using OneDrive for seamless restoration.
โฑ๏ธ Productivity Boosters
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Focus Sessions: Minimize distractions by setting dedicated work periods in the Clock app.
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Title Bar Shake: Enable this feature to minimize all other windows by shaking the title bar of the active window.
๐ฎ Media, Gaming, and Accessibility
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Game Bar for Screen Recording and Stats: Press Windows Key + G to access gaming features, system stats, and screen recording.
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New Media Player and Sound Recorder: Enjoy an upgraded Media Player and a redesigned Sound Recorder with enhanced format support.
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New Touch Gestures and Keyboard Shortcuts: Learn new gestures and shortcuts, such as Windows Key + Z for Snap Layouts.
๐ก Advanced Connectivity Options
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Project to Your PC Screen: Install the Wireless Display feature to project a device screen to your PC.
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Quickly Pair Input/Output Devices: Add Bluetooth, speakers, and microphones easily via the Sound settings.
๐ฑ๏ธ Accessibility and Mouse Features
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Find Your Cursor Easily: Change your mouse pointer to an inverted color scheme to improve visibility.
๐ Bonus Features
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Compress Files Using 7z or TAR Formats: Reduce file size more efficiently with new compression formats.
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View Full App List Easily: Click All in the Start Menu to browse your installed apps quickly.
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