To backup files to OneDrive from Windows 11, open OneDrive > Settings > Sync and backup , click “Manage backup,” and turn on the folders you wish to upload and keep backed up in OneDrive, including Documents, Pictures, Desktop, Music, and Videos. On Windows 11 (or 10 ), OneDrive has a file backup feature that syncs your files from the Documents, Pictures, Desktop, Music, and Videos folders to the cloud, ensuring that data is protected against ransomware, viruses, and other malware....

On Windows 10, you can start a device in Safe Mode in at least four different ways using Command Prompt, Settings, Start power menu, and MSConfig. Safe Mode allows you to load a set of basic features and generic device drivers enough to troubleshoot and resolve common software and hardware-related problems. For instance, you can use Safe Mode to troubleshoot your computer when it is not booting correctly, problems with a network connection, application, or Windows Update stuck downloading updates....

The easiest way to change the date format on Windows 11 is from Settings > Time & language > Language & region > Regional format , click “Change formats,” and choose the date settings. Also, on Settings > Time & language > Language & region, you can use the “ Regional format” to apply the date formats from a specific country. On Windows 11 , you can change the date formats in multiple ways, and in this guide, I will outline the steps to complete this configuration....

To clear Firefox cache or cookies, open Settings > Privacy & Security , click on “Clear History,” choose “Everything,” and check the “Cookies” and “Cache” options. On Firefox, whether you use the browser on Windows 11 , 10, or another operating system, the browser caches images and web files and saves cookies (small text files stored on your device with preferences and other data for a specific site) from every website you visit, which helps to improve page loading speeds when you return to the site....

Although Windows 10 still include a feature to create a full backup of your device, you can also use third-party software like Macrium Reflect, which is a more robust backup solution for home and business users. Macrium Reflect is a paid software, but it also offers a free edition with limited features. However, it’s enough for most users to create full as well as differential backups manually and automatically to protect an entire system and data....

On Windows 11 2022 Update (version 22H2) , the Start menu receives an update that allows you to organize your apps in the “Pinned” section as folders, similar to the feature available on Windows 10 and mobile devices, such as Android and iOS. In this guide , you will learn the steps to organize apps into folders in the Start menu on Windows 11. Create folders to organize apps on Start menu On Windows 11 22H2, you can group your favorite apps in folders, change the folder’s name to describe their content, and delete folders when they are no longer needed....

If you use Google Chrome as your main browser, you probably didn’t know it, but you can create multiple profiles. You may want to do this to share your device with other people without the need to create a new Windows 10 account. Also, the ability to use multiple profiles can come in handy if you have more than one account, and you want to keep your things (such as work and personal) separate....

To clean boot on Windows 11 (or 10), open “MSConfig,” click the “Services” tab, check the “Hide all Microsoft services” option, and click the “Disable all” button. Then open “Task Manager,” click the “Startup” tab, disable all the apps, and restart the computer. UPDATED 2/18/2025: On Windows 11 (and 10), a clean boot refers to the process of starting the system with apps, services, and drivers disabled during startup. When you have to troubleshoot a problem, a “clean boot” will help you eliminate software conflicts, usually during updates or software installations or when running a particular app....

To turn off “Do Not Disturb” on Windows 11, open Settings > System > Notifications and turn on the “Do not disturb” toggle switch. You can also turn off the “Do not disturb” toggle switch to re-enable the feature. It’s also possible to enable the feature on schedule by clicking the “Turn on do not disturb automatically” setting and configuring the “During these times” setting. Alongside all the new features and changes, Windows 11 22H2 also comes with “Do Not Disturb,” which makes it easier to silence notification banners on the desktop to help you concentrate without breaking your workflow....

To enable Nearby Sharing on Windows 10, open Settings > System > Share experiences , and turn on “Nearby Sharing.” Alternatively, from Action Center, turn on the “Nearby sharing” option. On Windows 10, “Nearby Sharing” is a new feature to share any type of files and web links with minimal effort wirelessly to nearby devices using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. If you ever used Apple’s AirDrop, Windows 10’s Nearby Sharing will feel very familiar....

To enable Night Light on Windows 11, open Settings > System > Display and turn on the “Night Light” toggle switch. You can also click the “Night Light” button to customize the settings and configure the schedule. Alternatively, you can turn on the “Night Light” feature from the “Quick Settings” flyout using the “Windows key + A” shortcut. UPDATED 10/20/2023: On Windows 11 , you can enable and configure Night Light for the best experience, and in this guide, I’ll show you how....

To enable ransomware protection on Windows 10, open Windows Security > Virus & threat protection , click on “Manage ransomware protection,” and turn on “Controlled folder access.” You can also configure the app by adding new folder locations and allowing apps you trust to prevent them from getting blocked. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is the default anti-malware solution on Windows 10 that protects your computer from viruses, spyware, rootkits, and other malware out-of-the-box, including ransomware....

To enable Recall on Windows 11, open Settings > Privacy & security > Recall & snapshots and turn on “Save snapshots.” UPDATED 11/26/2024: On Windows 11 24H2 , Recall comes enabled by default on compatible devices, but if the feature isn’t available in the Taskbar, you can turn it on manually, and in this guide, I will show you how to complete this task. What is Recall? Windows Recall is an AI feature that works like photographic memory....

To set up a fingerprint reader on Windows 11, open Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options , select “Fingerprint recognition,” click “Set up,” click “Get started,” and use the sensor to register your fingerprint. On Windows 11 , you can set up a fingerprint reader to sign in using only your finger, and here’s how. Windows Hello is the name of the feature that Microsoft has chosen to describe the support for more secure ways to sign in to Windows 11 using biometric and Personal Identification Number (PIN) authentication....

To find IP address on Windows 11, open Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi . Then select the wireless properties settings and confirm your IP next to “IPv4 address.” Alternatively, open Command Prompt and run the “ipconfig” command to find the IP. Or, in PowerShell, run the “Get-NetIPConfiguration -detailed” command to find the IP. UPDATED 9/2/2024: On Windows 11 , you can find your computer’s IP address using different tools like the Settings app, Command Prompt, and PowerShell, and in this guide, you will learn how to find this configuration, including for your internet connection....

To find your IP address on Windows 10, open Settings > Network & Internet > Status , open the “Wi-Fi” or “Ethernet” properties page, and find the IP address in the “IPv4 address” setting. Or, from Command Prompt , run the “ipconfig” command to find the IP address under “IPv4 address.” Or, from PowerShell , run the “Get-NetIPAddress” command to determine the IP under “IPAddress.” You can also use Task Manager or Control Panel....

If you use an Android phone, you probably notice that apps like Gmail and Outlook are crashing for no apparent reason. If this is the case, you are not alone since many users have been reporting the problem. Google has confirmed that a recent update to the Android WebView is the component to blame. WebView is the component that allows displaying web pages inside apps, and buggy update is causing apps to keep closing when you try to open them....

Pinpointing the exact cause to why you can’t simply connect to the internet through a wireless network when you’re getting the “Limited Access” or “Limited Connectivity” message on your Surface running Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1 can be difficult and time consuming. Nonetheless, here are several solutions you can to try to fix this problem that doesn’t seem to go away for many users. If the following solutions don’t fix your Surface RT or Surface Pro wireless connection problems, you may want to check the previous guide I wrote on Windows 8....

On Windows 10, the search experience is a handy feature to find apps, files, and a web results quickly from the Start menu. Unfortunately, the experience uses Bing as the default search engine and Microsoft Edge as the default browser to display search results, and you can’t change these settings. However, if you prefer Google as your search engine and Chrome as your browser, you can use Search Deflector to change the search behavior on Windows 10 ....

To use Quick Assist for remote help on Windows 11, open the app with the “Ctrl + Windows key + Q” shortcut on the PC giving assistance and click “Help someone,” sign in, copy, and send the security code to the person receiving remote assistance. Open the Quick Assist app on the PC “receiving” assistance, confirm the security code, click “Submit,” and click “Allow” to start the remote desktop session....