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  1. <?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><?xml-stylesheet href="http://www.blogger.com/styles/atom.css" type="text/css"?><feed xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom' xmlns:openSearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/' xmlns:blogger='http://schemas.google.com/blogger/2008' xmlns:georss='http://www.georss.org/georss' xmlns:gd="http://schemas.google.com/g/2005" xmlns:thr='http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0'><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543</id><updated>2024-07-20T05:03:28.656-07:00</updated><category term="PC"/><category term="Apps"/><category term="Settings"/><category term="Drivers"/><category term="Repair"/><category term="Desktop"/><category term="Backup"/><category term="Dock"/><category term="Network"/><category term="iCloud"/><category term="Accounts"/><category term="Connectivity"/><category term="Memory"/><category term="Photos"/><category term="Printer"/><category term="Internet"/><category term="MacBook Air"/><category term="Security"/><category term="Siri"/><title type='text'>MacBook iMac MacOS</title><subtitle type='html'>MacOS.tech aggregates How-to guides on everything related to MacOS, MacBook and iMac. A blog about Apple MacOS</subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><link rel='next' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default?start-index=26&amp;max-results=25'/><author><name>Blogger</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08352097915735675004</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>166</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>25</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-7718169605617453236</id><published>2024-07-06T04:16:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:16:19.551-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Pc Lag Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_b93a40e1c63a2873&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:98&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your PC Running Slower Than a One-Legged Sloth in Molasses? Tame the Windows 11 Lag Monster!&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:13&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Is your once-speedy PC now moving at the pace of a powerpoint presentation on dial-up?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Does it take longer to open a program than it did to build the pyramids?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; weary warrior!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  We&#39;ve all been there (except maybe those who built the pyramids with actual elbow grease).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fret no more,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for this guide will be your Excalibur in the fight against Windows 11 lag!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:48&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;First Things First: Diagnose the Laggy Beast&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:6&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Before diving in like a knight charging a windmill (which,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; would also be pretty slow),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we need to understand the culprit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Is it a rogue program hogging resources like a chipmunk with a bottomless nut stash?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Or maybe your PC is simply overwhelmed,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; struggling under the weight of digital clutter like a pack mule carrying a grand piano.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Here are some signs to look for:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:27&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:171&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Slow startup and shutdown times:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If your PC takes longer to boot up than it takes you to brew your morning coffee (and strong coffee at that),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; this might be a clue.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;General sluggishness:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Everything from opening programs to browsing the web feels like wading through quicksand.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Frequent crashes and freezes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Your PC acts like a toddler throwing a tantrum,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; shutting down whenever things get a little too much.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:112&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Once you&#39;ve identified the enemy, you can choose the right weapon (or should we say, tweak) to vanquish it!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:54&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Banish the Laggy Horde: A Guide to PC Optimization&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:169&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now that we know what we&#39;re up against,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s unleash the arsenal!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are some battle-tested methods to get your PC running smoother than a freshly zamboni&#39;d ice rink:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-23:56&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-22:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:3-21:255&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Disable Startup Programs:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of these as those annoying relatives who show up uninvited at every family gathering.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  They slow down the whole process!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Head to your Task Manager and disable any programs that you don&#39;t need to start automatically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:56&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;23:3-23:56&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Declutter Your Digital Landfill:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Temporary files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; old downloads,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and remnants of uninstalled programs are like digital dust bunnies.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Get rid of them with the built-in Disk Cleanup tool (trust us,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your PC will thank you).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-26:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:3-25:237&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update Those Drivers, Baby!:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Outdated drivers are like trying to fight a dragon with a butter knife.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Head to your manufacturer&#39;s website and download the latest updates for your graphics card,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; network adapter,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and other hardware.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-28:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:3-27:218&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Visual Adjustments:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a little less is more.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Tone down the fancy animations and visual effects in your system settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Your PC might not win a beauty pageant,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but it&#39;ll definitely be more responsive.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:285&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:3-29:285&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Big Guns: A Reset or Upgrade?:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If all else fails,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider a system reset (be sure to back up your important files first!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Or,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if your PC is getting on in years,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it might be time for an upgrade.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with great power comes great responsibility (and hopefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a faster computer).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:133&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  These are just some of the weapons in your arsenal.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Do some research specific to your PC and fine-tune your approach!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:51&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;FAQ - Frequently Asked Lag-Squashing Questions&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to disable Startup Programs?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:163&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Press &lt;/span&gt;&lt;code class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Ctrl + Shift + Esc&lt;/code&gt;&lt;span&gt; to open Task Manager.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Go to the &quot;Startup&quot; tab and right-click on any program you don&#39;t want to launch automatically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Select &quot;Disable.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:26&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to update drivers?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:151&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search for your PC manufacturer&#39;s website and navigate to the support section.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Find the driver downloads for your specific model and operating system.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:30&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to free up disk space?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:216&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Open the Start menu and search for &quot;Disk Cleanup.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  Select your main drive (usually C:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;) and click &quot;Clean up system files.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  Choose what files you want to delete (temporary files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; internet files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;) and click &quot;OK.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:28&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to reset Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:124&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to Settings &amp;gt; System &amp;gt; Recovery.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Click on &quot;Reset PC&quot; and choose whether to keep your personal files or erase everything.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:25&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to upgrade my PC?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;53:1-53:171&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;This depends on your budget and technical expertise.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Consider researching new components like RAM or a solid-state drive (SSD) that can significantly improve performance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;55:1-55:223&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With these tips and a little elbow grease (or maybe just some strategic clicking),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be able to banish the lag monster and reclaim your PC&#39;s former glory!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Now go forth and conquer the digital world,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; brave warrior!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/7718169605617453236/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-pc-lag-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/7718169605617453236'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/7718169605617453236'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-pc-lag-windows-11.html' title='How To Fix Pc Lag Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-7675229227511558868</id><published>2024-07-06T04:13:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:13:56.254-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Windows 11 Make Faster</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_f36537b5aec2a897&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:116&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Windows 11 Running Slower Than a One-Legged Dog in a Jello Wrestling Match? Fear Not, Tech-Savvy Comrade!&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:140&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a sluggish computer is the ultimate buzzkill.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You&#39;re trying to get your masterpiece presentation done,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but your PC is lagging behind like a sloth on vacation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Emails are taking longer to load than a Netflix documentary (and those can be painfully slow).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Don&#39;t worry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we&#39;ve all been there.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fret no more,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for I,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your friendly neighborhood tech guru,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; am here to dispense wisdom on how to whip your Windows 11 into tip-top shape!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:66&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Declutter Your Digital Attic:  &lt;strong&gt;Spring Cleaning for Your PC&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:305&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;First things first,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s time to tackle the digital clutter.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Imagine your PC as a house.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Over time,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you accumulate things - old files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; unused programs,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; temporary internet downloads (those pesky cookies!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just like a cluttered house makes finding things a nightmare,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  a crammed PC can slow things down.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:24&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Here&#39;s your battle plan:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:162&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Uninstall the Unwanted:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Be ruthless!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Are there programs you haven&#39;t used since that one time you tried your hand at underwater basket weaving?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Ditch them!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:168&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Temporary Files? Buh-Bye!:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Run Disk Cleanup to remove temporary files that are just taking up space.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of it as throwing out expired yogurt in your fridge.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Storage Sense:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This built-in Windows 11 hero can automatically clean up temporary files and free up space.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like having a robot maid for your PC!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:189&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t be afraid to get strategic.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Move large files (like movie collections) to an external hard drive.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This frees up space on your main drive and keeps your PC nice and lean.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:57&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Tame the Startup Beasts: &lt;strong&gt;Stop the Boot Up Backlog&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:139&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;How many programs launch when you turn on your computer?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If it looks like a software stampede,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s time to wrangle those digital beasts!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-22:38&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:162&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Task Manager to the Rescue:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This built-in tool lets you see which programs are set to start up automatically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Disable the ones you don&#39;t need right away.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:38&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Less is More:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; The fewer programs launching at startup,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the faster your PC will boot up.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of it like having a smaller crowd waiting to get on the elevator - things move much quicker!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:57&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Dial Down the Fancy Stuff: &lt;strong&gt;Beauty vs. Performance&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:169&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Windows 11 sure is pretty,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but all those fancy animations and visual effects can take a toll on performance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Let&#39;s make some tweaks to prioritize speed over aesthetics.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-30:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:206&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Adjust for Best Performance:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Head over to System Properties and choose &quot;Adjust for best performance&quot; under the visual effects tab.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This tones down the eye candy,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but keeps your PC running smoothly.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-30:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Less is More (Again!):&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Disable features you don&#39;t use,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; like transparency effects or desktop animations.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Who needs a disco ball on their desktop anyway?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:119&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can always find a balance between looks and performance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Experiment and find what works best for you!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:68&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Power Up Your PC (Literally):**  &lt;strong&gt;Choose the Right Power Plan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:192&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Did you know your power plan can affect your PC&#39;s performance?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  The default &quot;Balanced&quot; plan is a good middle ground,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but if you need that extra oomph,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider switching to &quot;High performance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:113&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Just a heads up:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This plan will use more battery power on laptops,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so keep that in mind if you&#39;re on the go.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:34&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Bonus Round: Hardware Heroes**&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:104&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;While software tweaks can make a big difference,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; sometimes a hardware upgrade is the ultimate solution.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-45:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:132&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;RAM it Up:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Adding more RAM (Random Access Memory) can significantly improve performance,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; especially if you&#39;re a multitasker.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-45:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The SSD Shuffle:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you&#39;re still rocking a traditional hard disk drive (HDD),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider upgrading to a Solid State Drive (SSD).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  SSDs are much faster,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; making your PC boot up and load programs in a flash.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:130&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Upgrading hardware can be a bit more involved,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so do your research or consult a tech-savvy friend before diving in.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:40&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Frequently Asked Speed-Up Questions:&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-53:28&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-50:106&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Delete Temporary Files?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Search for &quot;Disk Cleanup&quot; in the Start Menu and follow the prompts.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:132&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Disable Startup Programs?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Open Task Manager,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; go to the &quot;Startup&quot; tab,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and right-click on programs you want to disable.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;52:1-52:135&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Change Power Plans?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Go to Control Panel,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; select &quot;Hardware and Sound,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; then &quot;Power Options,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; and choose your desired plan.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;53:1-53:28&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;**How to Check for Windows&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/7675229227511558868/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-make-faster.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/7675229227511558868'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/7675229227511558868'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-make-faster.html' title='Windows 11 Make Faster'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-689504653636327774</id><published>2024-07-06T04:11:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:11:35.956-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Keyboard And Mouse Is Not Working In Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_de5cc469ffb3e327&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:63&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;You Shall Not Pass! (Unless You Fix Your Keyboard and Mouse)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:10&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ve bravely stepped into the world of Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; only to find yourself facing a most frustrating foe:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; an unresponsive keyboard and mouse.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow adventurer!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This quirky guide will equip you with the knowledge to vanquish this technical gremlin and reclaim control of your digital realm.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:44&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Usual Suspects: A Cursory Inspection&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:123&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Before we delve into deeper troubleshooting,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s check the mundane matters that can sometimes masquerade as major mayhem.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-12:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:182&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Great Unplugging:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Did your valiant mouse and keyboard simply decide to take a vacation?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Double-check those connections!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A firm but gentle re-plugging might be all it takes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-10:144&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Power Struggle:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  For wireless warriors,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; ensure your batteries are adequately charged or that the USB receiver is securely plugged in.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Clash of the Titans:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Are you using a USB hub?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Try connecting your keyboard and mouse directly to your PC.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; hubs can get a little...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;hubby and cause conflicts.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:60&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Something Wicked This Way Comes: When Basic Checks Fail&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:70&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If the above steps are met with a digital yawn,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; then it&#39;s time to call upon your inner tech wizard.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-20:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:208&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Driver Drama:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Those invisible gremlins known as drivers might need a refresh.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head into Device Manager (search for it in the Start menu) and update or reinstall the drivers for your keyboard and mouse.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:170&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Restart Ruse:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a good old-fashioned restart can work wonders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Even the most valiant keyboard and mouse need a chance to reboot and rejoin the battle.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-20:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Boot in Peace:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If a regular restart fails you,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; try a booted restart.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Hold down the Shift key while clicking restart from the Start menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This will take you to a special menu where you can choose to boot into Safe Mode,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; which loads only the essential drivers.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your keyboard and mouse work in Safe Mode,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; then the culprit is likely a conflicting program.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:149&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Throughout this quest,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  consult the wisdom of the internet (forums,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; support sites)  and the manufacturer&#39;s instructions for specific troubleshooting steps.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:47&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Conquering the Conquest:  Victory is Yours!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:153&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With perseverance and these trusty tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be back in control of your keyboard and mouse in no time.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and conquer the digital world!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:29&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FAQs for the Fearless&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:33&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to access Device Manager?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:80&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search for &quot;Device Manager&quot; in the Start menu and select the appropriate option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:26&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to update drivers?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:143&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;In Device Manager,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right-click on your keyboard or mouse and select &quot;Update driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Choose &quot;Search automatically for updated driver software.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to restart in Safe Mode?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:185&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Hold down the Shift key while clicking restart from the Start menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Select &quot;Troubleshoot&quot; &amp;gt; &quot;Advanced options&quot; &amp;gt; &quot;Startup Settings&quot; &amp;gt; &quot;Restart.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; You&#39;ll then be able to choose Safe Mode.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:42&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to find manufacturer instructions?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:109&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Consult your keyboard or mouse manual or visit the manufacturer&#39;s website for specific troubleshooting steps.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:48&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to avoid future keyboard and mouse woes?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:97&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Keep your Windows and drivers updated,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and avoid spilling beverages on your valiant peripherals!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/689504653636327774/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/keyboard-and-mouse-is-not-working-in.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/689504653636327774'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/689504653636327774'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/keyboard-and-mouse-is-not-working-in.html' title='Keyboard And Mouse Is Not Working In Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-8556194421745963093</id><published>2024-07-06T04:09:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:09:48.325-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Unmountable Boot Volume Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_085c5df94cd539fe&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:114&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Don&#39;t Lose Your Boot! How to Fix an Unmountable Boot Volume in Windows 11 (and Avoid Crying into Your Keyboard)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:10&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; folks,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; staring at a blue screen that says &quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Unmountable Boot Volume&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; is enough to make anyone want to throw their computer out the window.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But hold on to your keyboards (and your sanity)!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This error message,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; while dramatic,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; doesn&#39;t necessarily mean your PC is destined for the recycling bin.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:47&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;What Exactly is an Unmountable Boot Volume?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:68&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Imagine your boot volume as the key to your computer&#39;s kingdom.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s where Windows lives,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and if that door is locked (or,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; unmounted),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;re stuck outside looking in.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This error can happen for a number of reasons,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; from a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;glitch in the Matrix&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (just kidding,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; probably not) to a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;corrupted file&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; or a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;hard drive issue&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:43&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Don&#39;t Panic! Here&#39;s How to Get Back In:&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:172&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Before we dive into the nitty-gritty,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there&#39;s a golden rule:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Back up your data regularly!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This way,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if the worst happens,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you won&#39;t lose precious photos of your cat or that unfinished masterpiece of a novel.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:140&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s get down to business.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; There are a few ways to tackle this unmountable beast,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; depending on how comfortable you are getting techy.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Option 1: The &quot;Windows Recovery, Please!&quot; Method&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:318&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;This is a good option for those who like a little hand-holding.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Thankfully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Windows 11 has a built-in recovery environment that can diagnose and fix some boot issues.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You&#39;ll need to restart your PC a few times and follow some on-screen prompts,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but hopefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; this will get your boot volume mounted and humming again.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-20:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-20:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Option 2: The &quot;Command Prompt Crusader&quot; Method&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:345&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;For the slightly more adventurous user,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there&#39;s the command prompt.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This might sound intimidating,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  There are a few specific commands you can run that can repair your boot record or check your hard drive for errors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just be careful and follow the instructions precisely (trust us,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; nobody wants a typocalypse on their hard drive).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:36&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Option 3: The &quot;Reinstall Windows, Sigh&quot; Method&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:236&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If all else fails,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you might need to reinstall Windows 11.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This will erase all your data,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so make sure you&#39;ve backed everything up beforehand!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This is kind of like a nuclear option,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but sometimes it&#39;s the only way to get a fresh start.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:204&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; No matter which method you choose,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; make sure you have a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Windows 11 installation media&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; handy (USB drive or DVD).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You might need it to access the recovery environment or reinstall Windows.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:58&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;FAQ: Unmountable Boot Volume Blues? We&#39;ve Got Answers!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:54&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to access the Windows 11 Recovery Environment?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:140&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Restart your PC a few times and hold down the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Shift key&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; while clicking on &quot;Restart.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; This should boot you into the recovery environment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:50&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to create a Windows 11 installation media?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:114&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Use the Media Creation Tool from Microsoft&#39;s website to create a bootable USB drive or DVD with Windows 11 on it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:51&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to run the command prompt in recovery mode?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:27&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;In the recovery environment,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; go to &quot;Troubleshoot&quot; &amp;gt; &quot;Advanced options&quot; &amp;gt; &quot;Command Prompt.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to back up my data?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:119&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;There are many ways to back up your data.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can use an external hard drive,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; cloud storage,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or even another computer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:58&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to avoid an unmountable boot volume in the future?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:148&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Regularly update your Windows 11 system and scan your hard drive for errors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Also,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; avoid turning off your PC unexpectedly (like during an update!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:282&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;By following these tips and keeping a cool head,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be able to tackle that unmountable boot volume and get your PC back up and running in no time.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a little technical know-how (and maybe a sense of humor) can go a long way in the wonderful world of computers!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/8556194421745963093/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-unmountable-boot-volume.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/8556194421745963093'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/8556194421745963093'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-unmountable-boot-volume.html' title='How To Fix Unmountable Boot Volume Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-6871007288325048245</id><published>2024-07-06T04:07:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:07:42.872-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Windows 11 Not Showing Taskbar</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_344bacc9a782388d&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:64&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Great Taskbar Escape: When Windows 11 Plays Hide-and-Seek&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:59&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the taskbar is the Batman to your Windows 11&#39;s Batcomputer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It holds your apps,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your shortcuts,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your very access to the digital world!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; when it decides to vanish like a magician&#39;s assistant after a particularly underwhelming trick,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it can be a tad frustrating.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow explorer of the desktop,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for we shall delve into the mystery of the missing taskbar and bring it back from the depths of the unknown.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:21&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Where Did It Go?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:56&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;There are a few reasons why your trusty taskbar might be playing hide-and-seek.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are the top suspects:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-11:27&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:146&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Auto-Hide Culprit:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Maybe you enabled the &quot;auto-hide&quot; feature a little too enthusiastically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t worry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it happens to the best of us.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-10:174&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Explorer.exe Gone Rogue:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This process is responsible for,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; exploring your files and folders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it takes a little siesta and needs a nudge to wake back up.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Update Gremlin:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Those pesky updates can sometimes cause glitches.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If your taskbar went AWOL right after an update,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; this might be the culprit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:58&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;How to Get Your Taskbar Back: A Guide for the Clueless&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:124&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now that we&#39;ve identified the possible culprits,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s get that taskbar back where it belongs!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s your mission briefing:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mission 1: Disable Auto-Hide&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-23:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:159&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Summon the Settings App:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Press the Windows key and I,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or if you&#39;re feeling fancy,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right-click on the empty space on your desktop and choose &quot;Settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-20:100&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Navigate to Personalization&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Because,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; gotta personalize that taskbar retrieval,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:59&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click on &quot;Taskbar&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This is where the magic happens.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-23:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Unmask the &quot;Automatically hide the taskbar&quot; villain&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Turn that sucker off under &quot;Taskbar behaviors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:35&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mission 2: Restart Explorer.exe&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-28:36&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:89&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Open Task Manager:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like a magic keyboard shortcut!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:79&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Find the Explorer.exe imposter:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for it under the &quot;Processes&quot; tab.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Right-click and choose &quot;Restart&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Give Explorer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;exe a gentle nudge to get back to work.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:53&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mission 3:  Banish the Update Gremlins (Optional)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-35:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:61&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Open Settings again, we&#39;ve become good friends by now.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:98&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Go to &quot;Windows Update&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Time to check for any outstanding updates that might fix the issue.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-35:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Download and install any available updates&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Hopefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a fresh update will banish the gremlins.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:34&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Still No Taskbar? Don&#39;t Panic!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:207&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If these solutions don&#39;t work,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; There are some more advanced troubleshooting techniques you can try.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A quick web search for &quot;Windows 11 missing taskbar fix&quot; should point you in the right direction.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:41&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FAQ: Taskbar Troubleshoot Edition&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-43:32&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:74&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to check for Windows Updates?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Go to Settings &amp;gt; Windows Update.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to restart Explorer.exe if I can&#39;t see the taskbar?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:132&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How do I know if auto-hide is enabled?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Right-click on an empty space on your desktop and see if &quot;Show taskbar&quot; is an option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:167&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What if I&#39;m not comfortable with advanced troubleshooting?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Don&#39;t fret!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Search online for specific solutions or consider seeking help from a tech-savvy friend.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-47:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Is there a hotline for missing taskbars?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Sadly,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; no.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But the internet is your friend!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:248&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with a little patience and these handy tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll have your taskbar back in no time,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; ready to guide you on your next digital adventure.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Just be sure to keep an eye on it – you never know when it might decide to play hide-and-seek again!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/6871007288325048245/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-not-showing-taskbar.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/6871007288325048245'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/6871007288325048245'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-not-showing-taskbar.html' title='Windows 11 Not Showing Taskbar'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-4087835952939659549</id><published>2024-07-06T04:05:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:05:34.492-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Freezing Pc Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_1a82b9db49eece72&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:91&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Windows 11 PC colder than a Penguin&#39;s Belly? How to Thaw That Frozen Fry Machine&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:21&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; folks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; No one enjoys a computer that performs the starring role in a never-ending slideshow.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your Windows 11 machine has gone from high-speed demon to a sluggish sloth,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;re here to crank up the heat and melt that digital ice age.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:65&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Usual Suspects: A Rogues&#39; Gallery of Freeze-Inducing Foes&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:97&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:97&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Background Bandits:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Ever heard of apps that are more attention-seeking than a toddler at a museum?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Yep,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; those background lurkers can hog resources and bring your PC to its knees.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bold&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; them in Task Manager and send them on a permanent vacation (well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; at least until you need them again).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;8:1-8:245&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Driver Drama:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Outdated or faulty drivers are like having a grumpy troll guarding your system&#39;s inner workings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Update those suckers!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to your manufacturer&#39;s website and download the latest versions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like giving your PC a fresh pair of running shoes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-10:50&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Let&#39;s Get Physical (But Not &lt;em&gt;That&lt;/em&gt; Physical)**&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:235&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Dust Busters:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a little spring cleaning goes a long way.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Open up your PC case (carefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; please!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and banish the dust bunnies with a can of compressed air.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of it as giving your PC a much-needed lung detox.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;RAM the Problem?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Random Access Memory,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the unsung hero of multitasking,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; can also be the culprit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Run a memory test to see if your RAM is acting like a forgetful goldfish.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:237&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Side note:&lt;/em&gt;  For the tech-savvy adventurers out there, you can delve into the exciting world of BIOS updates and thermal throttling checks. But for the rest of us, these are best left to the professionals (or a very brave friend).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:49&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Power of a Good Restart (and Maybe a Nap)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:184&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the simplest solution is the best.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  A good old-fashioned restart can work wonders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of it as giving your PC a chance to hit the refresh button and come back stronger (and less frozen).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:262&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If a restart doesn&#39;t do the trick,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider giving your PC a longer break.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Shut it down completely and let it cool off for a bit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Hey,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you deserve a break too!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Catch some rays,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; make a coffee,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or channel your inner Marie Kondo and declutter your digital desktop.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:41&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;FAQ: Fixing Your Frozen Windows 11 PC&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:54&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to identify background apps hogging resources?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:144&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) and look at the CPU,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Memory,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Disk,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and Network usage columns.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  High numbers might indicate a problematic app.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:26&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to update drivers?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:100&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to your PC manufacturer&#39;s website and download the latest driver updates for your specific model.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:35&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to clean dust from your PC?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:179&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Turn off your PC,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; unplug it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and use compressed air to remove dust bunnies from vents and fans.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Be gentle and follow any safety instructions that come with the compressed air can.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:29&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to run a memory test?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:70&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search for &quot;mdsched.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;exe&quot; in the Windows search bar and select &quot;Restart now and check for problems (recommended)&quot;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:44&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to find out if my PC is overheating?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:130&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Several free programs can monitor your PC&#39;s temperature.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Search online for &quot;CPU temperature monitor&quot; to find a reputable option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:288&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if these solutions don&#39;t thaw your frozen PC,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  consider seeking help from a techy friend or a professional.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But hopefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with these tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can get your Windows 11 machine back up and running smoothly,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  because a computer that works is a happy computer (and a happy you!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/4087835952939659549/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-freezing-pc-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/4087835952939659549'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/4087835952939659549'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-freezing-pc-windows-11.html' title='How To Fix Freezing Pc Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-32615990905167764</id><published>2024-07-06T04:03:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:03:44.976-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Format An External Hard Drive On Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_ca32e8f962f84b1e&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:108&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Taming the Digital Beast: A Hilariously Useful Guide to Formatting Your External Hard Drive on Windows 11&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:45&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Feeling like your external hard drive is more like a digital packrat&#39;s den than a trusty storage companion?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Is it overflowing with unidentified files and acting slower than a sloth on vacation?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow tech adventurer!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Today,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we embark on a quest to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;format&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; that beast and transform it into a clean,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; organized oasis for your digital goodies.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:27&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;But First, Why Format?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:114&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Imagine your external hard drive as a giant library.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Over time,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; books get shoved wherever they fit,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; some sections overflow,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and Dewey would have a meltdown.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Formatting is like calling in a team of super-librarians.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; They toss out the junk,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; reorganize everything neatly,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and even slap a snazzy new label on the door (metaphorically speaking).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits of Formatting:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:76&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:108&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Speed Boost:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; A clean slate means your computer can find things faster,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; making your drive feel zippier.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:76&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Organization:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Say goodbye to mystery files and hello to a fresh start!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Compatibility:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Formatting ensures your drive plays nicely with other devices (assuming they speak the same digital language).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:52&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Formatting Fun: Three Ways to Wrangle Your Drive&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:88&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;There are multiple paths to formatting nirvana,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so pick the one that tickles your fancy:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-26:65&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:3-19:112&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The File Explorer Filesystem Fiesta:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This is the classic approach,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; perfect for point-and-click warriors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;20:5-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:5-20:56&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Open File Explorer (it&#39;s that handy folder icon).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:5-21:60&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Locate your external drive in the &quot;This PC&quot; section.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:5-22:63&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Right-click the drive and unleash the power of &quot;Format.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:5-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Important!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Choose a file system (like NTFS for Windows or exFAT for multi-device use).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Name your drive something snazzy (no more &quot;New Volume&quot; please!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Hit format,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and watch the magic happen (or grab a coffee,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; formatting can take a while).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-26:65&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:3-25:103&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Settings Shuffle:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This method involves navigating the scenic route through Windows settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;26:5-26:65&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;26:5-26:65&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Dive into Settings (it&#39;s the gear icon in the Start menu).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:5-27:58&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Explore the wonders of &quot;System&quot; and then &quot;Storage.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:5-28:75&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Click on &quot;Advanced storage settings&quot; (because why not be thorough?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:5-29:84&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Under &quot;Disks &amp;amp; volumes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; find your drive and delve into its &quot;Properties.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;30:5-31:0&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Look for the glorious &quot;Format&quot; button and follow the on-screen prompts.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like a digital treasure hunt!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-37:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:3-32:104&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Disk Management Deep Dive:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This path is for the adventurous (or those who like a challenge).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;33:6-37:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;33:6-33:86&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Summon the Disk Management tool (search for &quot;diskmgmt.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;msc&quot; in the Start menu).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;34:6-34:103&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Locate your external drive amongst the sea of disks (don&#39;t accidentally format your C drive!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;35:6-35:59&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Right-click the chosen drive and select &quot;Format.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;36:6-37:0&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Name your drive,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; pick a file system,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and hit format.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with great power comes great responsibility (and the risk of formatting the wrong drive).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:108&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Important Note:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Formatting erases everything on the drive.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Back up any crucial files before proceeding!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:62&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Formatting FAQs: Your Burning Questions Answered (Quickly)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-47:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:157&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to back up my files before formatting?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  There are data recovery programs,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but prevention is key!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Copy your files to another drive or cloud storage.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:99&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How long does formatting take?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Depends on the drive size.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Grab a beverage and some patience.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:130&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How do I know which file system to choose?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  NTFS is great for Windows,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; exFAT works for multiple devices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Research if unsure!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:112&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Can I recover files after formatting?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Maybe with specialized software,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but it&#39;s a gamble.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Back up first!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-47:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Help! I accidentally formatted the wrong drive!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Deep breaths!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Data recovery software might be your only hope.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:204&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Congratulations!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You&#39;ve successfully tamed your external hard drive and prepped it for a fresh start.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and organize your digital world with newfound confidence (and maybe a celebratory dance)!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/32615990905167764/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-format-external-hard-drive-on.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/32615990905167764'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/32615990905167764'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-format-external-hard-drive-on.html' title='How To Format An External Hard Drive On Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-1441551110810609883</id><published>2024-07-06T04:01:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T04:01:40.228-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Reduce Brightness In Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_157d80d1ab54785c&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:79&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Dim the Lights, Not Your Mood: Reducing Brightness in Windows 11 Like a Boss&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:50&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; staring at a screen that looks like a supernova can be brutal on your eyes and your electricity bill.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow warriors against unnecessary brightness!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; In the glorious realm of Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there are a few ways to turn down the visual wattage and usher in an era of comfortable computing.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:50&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Method 1: Quick Settings - The Speedy Samurai&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:134&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;For those who like things fast (and maybe a little flashy),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the Quick Settings menu is your best friend.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s how to find your inner dimming ninja:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-11:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:187&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Summon the Action Center:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for the little network or battery icon in the bottom right corner of your taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click that bad boy,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and a menu with various options will appear.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-11:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Slide into Brightness Nirvana:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  See that handy slider with a little sun icon?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; That&#39;s your key to brightness bliss.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Drag it to the left to dim your screen and watch those virtual suns go supernova...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but in reverse!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:12&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Want to make the Quick Settings menu even more accessible?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Right-click the taskbar and select &quot;Taskbar behaviors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; From there,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can choose to &quot;Show Quick Settings when I hover over the corner of the taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Easy access for the win (or should we say,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the dim?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-14:51&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Method 2: Settings - The Mastermind&#39;s Approach&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;16:1-16:139&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;For those who prefer a more strategic approach (or maybe just can&#39;t find that darn network icon),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the Settings menu is your command center.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-21:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:171&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Unearth the Settings App:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click on the Start button (that little Windows icon) and then the gear icon.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like opening a treasure chest of computer customization!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:113&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Navigate to Display Nirvana:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  In the Settings app,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; find the &quot;System&quot; section and then click on &quot;Display.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-21:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Conquer the Brightness Beast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Under &quot;Brightness &amp;amp; color,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; you&#39;ll find a glorious slider.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Slide it left to banish the screen glare and create a visual oasis for your eyes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:69&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bonus Fun:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  While you&#39;re in the Display settings,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; check out the &quot;Night light&quot; feature.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It can add a warm glow to your screen at night,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; making it easier on your eyes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Just think of it as a digital sunset for your computer!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:62&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Method 3: Keyboard Shortcuts - The Keyboard Warrior&#39;s Way&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:250&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;For the true keyboard enthusiasts (and those who like to live life on the edge),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; some laptops might have special function keys for brightness control.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Look for keys with sun icons (usually next to the F keys) and press them to adjust the brightness.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:184&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Warning:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Not all laptops have these magical keys.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If yours doesn&#39;t,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; don&#39;t fret!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The other methods mentioned above are still valiant options in your quest for screen dimming glory.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:39&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Frequently Asked Brightness Fighters&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:52&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to make the brightness adjust automatically?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:217&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;In the Display settings under &quot;Brightness &amp;amp; color,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; look for the &quot;Change brightness automatically when lighting changes&quot; option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Turn it on,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and your computer will adjust the brightness based on the ambient light.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:103&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to make the Quick Settings menu even brighter?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (Just kidding...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; how do I make the text bigger?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:25&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Head back to the Settings app,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; navigate to &quot;System&quot; and then &quot;Display.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  You can adjust the text size there!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:61&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to tell if my laptop has those fancy brightness keys?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:152&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Just look at the function key row (usually labeled F1-F12) on your keyboard.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you see any keys with sun icons,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; those are your brightness control keys.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:102&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to convince my neighbor to turn down their outside lights so I don&#39;t need my screen so bright?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:121&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;This one might require negotiation skills beyond the scope of this guide.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But hey,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a friendly conversation never hurts!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:56&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to find out more about cool Windows 11 features?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-50:147&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The internet is your friend!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Search for &quot;Windows 11 Tips and Tricks&quot; and discover a treasure trove of ways to make your computer life even better.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/1441551110810609883/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/reduce-brightness-in-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/1441551110810609883'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/1441551110810609883'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/reduce-brightness-in-windows-11.html' title='Reduce Brightness In Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-1011361041963386480</id><published>2024-07-06T03:59:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:59:36.306-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Windows 11 Quick Scan</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_449725e6736eef14&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:74&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;When Your PC Needs a Security Checkup: Enter the Windows 11 Quick Scan!&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:61&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; our computers are like digital filing cabinets overflowing with...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; everything.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; And just like a real filing cabinet after a particularly messy project,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; sometimes things get a little out of hand.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Enter the Windows 11 Quick Scan, your digital dust buster for the cyber world!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:60&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;What is a Quick Scan?  Think of it as a Security Sweep!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:139&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Imagine a tiny superhero in a cape (because why not?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;) zipping through your system,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; checking the usual haunts for malware and other nasties.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; That&#39;s basically what a Quick Scan does.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It focuses on the areas where troublemakers tend to lurk,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; giving your system a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;quick and efficient once-over&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:268&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Here&#39;s the best part:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; It doesn&#39;t take forever.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Unlike a full system scan that can leave you feeling like you&#39;re watching paint dry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a Quick Scan is a speedy Gonzales,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; usually taking &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;less than an hour&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (depending on how much digital clutter you&#39;ve accumulated).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:77&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;When to Unleash the Quick Scan?  Here are the Signs Your PC Needs a Hero!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:118&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Great Unknown:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Downloaded something that looked a little...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;suspicious?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A Quick Scan can be your safety net.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-14:139&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Jitters:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Notice your computer acting weird?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Slowdowns,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; pop-ups,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or strange error messages?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A scan can help identify the culprit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Paranoid (But Prepared) Person:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Regular Quick Scans,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; like brushing your teeth,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; are a great way to maintain good cyber hygiene.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:113&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember, prevention is key!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; A Quick Scan might just be the hero your computer needs to stay safe and sound.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:77&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;How to Unleash the Power of the Quick Scan  (It&#39;s Easier Than You Think!)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-23:83&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:89&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Gear Up:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to your &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Windows Security&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; app (search for it in the Start Menu).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:69&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mission Control:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Click on &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Virus &amp;amp; threat protection&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:83&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scan and Destroy!:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Under &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Current threats&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  boldly click on &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quick scan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (it&#39;s like the Bat-Signal for digital threats!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:160&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Sit back, relax, and let the Quick Scan work its magic.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  It will show you what it&#39;s scanning and,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; hopefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; come back with a clean bill of digital health!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:122&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bonus Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;  For a more thorough cleaning, you can also choose a &lt;strong&gt;Full scan&lt;/strong&gt;. But that&#39;s a story for another day!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:24&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quick Scan FAQs&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:33&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to schedule a Quick Scan?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:157&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Unfortunately,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Windows 11 doesn&#39;t currently allow you to schedule Quick Scans.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But you can always run one manually whenever you feel your PC needs a checkup!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:43&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to know if a Quick Scan is running?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:100&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The Windows Security app will show you the scan&#39;s progress,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; including what it&#39;s currently checking.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:46&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How long does a Quick Scan typically take?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:35&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;It usually takes less than an hour,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but the exact time can vary depending on your system&#39;s resources.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:39&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to stop a Quick Scan if needed?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:68&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;In the Windows Security app,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll see an option to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stop scan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:57&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to find out more about Windows Security features?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-50:318&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The Microsoft website has a wealth of information on Windows Security tools:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;response-element _nghost-ng-c2845880959=&quot;&quot; ng-version=&quot;0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER&quot;&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;link-block _ngcontent-ng-c2845880959=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;ng-star-inserted&quot;&gt;&lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; externallink=&quot;&quot; _nghost-ng-c2554376142=&quot;&quot; jslog=&quot;197247;track:generic_click,impression;BardVeMetadataKey:[[&amp;quot;r_449725e6736eef14&amp;quot;,&amp;quot;c_52a9a1cdd978d252&amp;quot;,null,&amp;quot;rc_5f5f41f90fdb831a&amp;quot;,null,null,&amp;quot;en&amp;quot;,null,1,null,null,1,0]]&quot; href=&quot;https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/getting-started-with-microsoft-defender-9df0cb0f-4866-4433-9cbc-f83e5cf77693&quot;&gt;https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/getting-started-with-microsoft-defender-9df0cb0f-4866-4433-9cbc-f83e5cf77693&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/link-block&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;!----&gt;&lt;/response-element&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;52:1-52:219&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So there you have it!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; With the power of the Quick Scan,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your Windows 11 PC can stay protected and keep those digital nasties at bay.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and conquer the cyber world,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with a clean and secure system by your side!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/1011361041963386480/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-quick-scan.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/1011361041963386480'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/1011361041963386480'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-quick-scan.html' title='Windows 11 Quick Scan'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-9018348539756306939</id><published>2024-07-06T03:57:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:57:21.578-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Windows 11 Touchpad Not Working</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_b8104aae61bdf0b8&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:91&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Windows 11 Touchpad Acting Up? Don&#39;t Freak Out, We&#39;ve Got You Covered (Probably)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:14&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a glitchy touchpad is the digital equivalent of a rogue sock in the dryer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It throws a wrench in your laptop routine and leaves you feeling a little stranded.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow traveler on the path of productivity (or procrastination,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; no judgment here),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for this guide will be your compass in the uncharted territory of a malfunctioning touchpad.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:42&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;First Things First: Reboot and Breathe&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:92&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; technology just needs a good old-fashioned &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;restart&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like a digital detox for your laptop,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; giving it a chance to clear its metaphorical head and hopefully get that touchpad back in the game.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If a simple restart doesn&#39;t do the trick,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; that&#39;s where things get interesting.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:53&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Delving Deeper: Driver Drama (and How to Fix It)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:179&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The culprit behind your touchpad woes could be a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;driver issue&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Drivers are basically the behind-the-scenes crew that keep your hardware talking to your software.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; In this case,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the conversation between your touchpad and Windows 11 might be a little… tense.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s how to get them back on the same page:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:4-13:259&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Updating the Driver:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Device Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (search for it in the Start menu) and find your touchpad under &quot;Mice and other pointing devices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Right-click on it and choose &quot;Update driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Let Windows do its magic and see if that solves the problem.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:4-15:257&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Reinstalling the Driver:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If updating doesn&#39;t work,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; try a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;reinstall&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Right-click on your touchpad driver again,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but this time choose &quot;Uninstall device.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Don&#39;t worry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Windows will automatically reinstall it on restart,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; hopefully with a fresh start.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:153&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you&#39;re feeling particularly tech-savvy,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can also try downloading the latest driver directly from your laptop manufacturer&#39;s website.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:55&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Still Not Working? Check These Other Possibilities&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:202&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:202&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:3-21:316&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Function Key Frenzy:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Some laptops have a function key combination that enables or disables the touchpad.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Look for a key with a touchpad symbol and press it in combination with the Fn key (usually located on the bottom left corner of your keyboard).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You might have accidentally silenced your touchpad symphony.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;23:3-23:198&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The External Mouse Mystery:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you use an external mouse,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; some laptops disable the touchpad when one is connected.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Disconnect your external mouse and see if that jumpstarts your internal one.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-26:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:3-25:182&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Windows Update Woes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Occasionally,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a Windows update can cause driver conflicts.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Try &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;rolling back&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; to a previous system restore point if you suspect this might be the case.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:42&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Exhausted All Options? Don&#39;t Despair!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:234&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If you&#39;ve tried everything and your touchpad remains stubbornly silent,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it might be time to call in the cavalry.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Consult your laptop manufacturer&#39;s support&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; or a friendly tech whiz to see if there are any hardware issues at play.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:21&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Touchpad FAQs&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to disable the touchpad?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:82&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;While we&#39;re all about getting your touchpad working,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there might be times you want to silence it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Head to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices &amp;gt; Touchpad&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; and toggle the switch to &quot;Off.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:39&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to adjust touchpad sensitivity?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:175&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;You can customize your touchpad experience!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; In &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices &amp;gt; Touchpad&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can adjust sensitivity,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; scrolling speed,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and enable multi-finger gestures.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:28&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to clean a touchpad?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:164&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Just like your phone screen,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your touchpad can get gunky.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Use a slightly damp microfiber cloth to gently wipe it clean.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Avoid harsh chemicals or excessive moisture.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:37&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to connect a Bluetooth mouse?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:159&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Head to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Turn on Bluetooth and your mouse should be discoverable.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Follow the on-screen instructions to pair the devices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:38&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to survive without a touchpad?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:226&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;While not ideal,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can use your keyboard&#39;s arrow keys to navigate and the Tab key to switch between elements.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s not the most efficient method,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but it&#39;ll keep you going until you fix the touchpad or snag an external mouse.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/9018348539756306939/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-windows-11-touchpad-not.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/9018348539756306939'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/9018348539756306939'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-windows-11-touchpad-not.html' title='How To Fix Windows 11 Touchpad Not Working'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-4849334819532842260</id><published>2024-07-06T03:55:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:55:06.317-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Brightness Problem In Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_556e0276cb11abac&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:94&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Windows 11 Display Stuck in Dim City? Don&#39;t Panic, We&#39;ve Got the Lightbulb Moments!&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:27&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; staring at a dull screen is about as exciting as watching paint dry (unless it&#39;s a particularly rebellious can that keeps defying gravity).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your Windows 11 brightness has gone rogue,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;re here to banish the shadows and crank up the clarity with a toolbox full of troubleshooting tips.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:32&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Basic Brightness Busting 101&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:127&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:127&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Classic Reboot:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a simple restart is all it takes to nudge Windows 11 back on the bright side.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of it like hitting the refresh button on your brain - it might just do the same for your computer!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;8:1-9:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Keyboard Shortcuts: Look Ma, No Clicks!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Those handy function keys (usually with little sun icons) might be your secret weapon.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Mash those brightness up and down buttons and see if your display responds.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-10:115&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Still stuck in the dark ages? Don&#39;t worry, we&#39;ve got more tricks up our sleeve than a magician&#39;s rabbit hole!&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:36&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Diving Deeper: Settings and Such&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-14:229&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Action Center Adventure:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for the little sun icon in your action center (that pop-up on the bottom right of your screen).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Slide that bar like you&#39;re Tom Cruise in Top Gun,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; feeling the need for… well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you get the idea.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings Safari:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Venture into the wild world of Windows 11 Settings (search for &quot;display&quot; in the search bar).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Look for the &quot;Brightness&quot; section and adjust the slider to your heart&#39;s content.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:86&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Uh oh, even the settings seem to be on vacation! Don&#39;t fret, there&#39;s still hope!&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:62&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Troubleshooting Territory: When Things Get Technical (ish)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-22:174&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:193&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Driver Drama? Update Those Guys!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Outdated graphics drivers can be a real party pooper.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to your device manufacturer&#39;s website and download the latest updates for your graphics card.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:174&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Great Graphics Card Caper:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you have a laptop with switchable graphics (fancy,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; huh?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; make sure it&#39;s set to use the dedicated graphics card for optimal brightness control.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Consult your laptop manual or manufacturer&#39;s website for specific instructions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:70&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Whew, that was a close one! Now, let&#39;s prevent future blackouts.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-27:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-27:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Automatic Brightness Blues? Take Control!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Automatic brightness can be a double-edged sword.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If it&#39;s causing more frustration than convenience,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; head back to the display settings and disable the &quot;Change brightness automatically when lighting changes&quot; option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:96&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Feeling brighter already? Excellent! Here are some quick FAQs to keep your display shining&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:53&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Adjust Brightness with Keyboard Shortcuts?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:92&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Look for function keys with sun icons.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Pressing Fn + those keys usually controls brightness.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:50&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Find Brightness Settings in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:116&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search for &quot;display&quot; in the settings bar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; In the display settings,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll find a &quot;Brightness&quot; section with a slider.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:35&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Update Graphics Drivers?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:98&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Head to your device manufacturer&#39;s website and download the latest updates for your graphics card.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:40&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Disable Automatic Brightness?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:41&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to display settings and turn off the &quot;Change brightness automatically when lighting changes&quot; option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:66&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Make Sure Your Laptop Uses the Dedicated Graphics Card?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:114&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Consult your laptop manual or manufacturer&#39;s website for specific instructions on managing graphics card settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-50:198&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So there you have it!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; With these tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be a brightness-adjusting pro in no time.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and conquer the digital world,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; bathed in the glorious glow of a perfectly calibrated display!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/4849334819532842260/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-brightness-problem-in.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/4849334819532842260'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/4849334819532842260'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-brightness-problem-in.html' title='How To Fix Brightness Problem In Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-374486422161851124</id><published>2024-07-06T03:53:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:53:15.455-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Windows 11 Update Problems</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_49d95bdc17aaabc6&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:52&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Windows 11 Updates: More Like Up-Dates, Amirite?&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:65&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you clicked on this article because your Windows 11 update is acting about as smooth as a porcupine ice skating competition.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; updates can be a pain in the...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you get the idea.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow tech adventurer!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ve all been there,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; staring at that spinning circle of doom,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; wondering if our computer has spontaneously decided to become a disco ball.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:58&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Common Culprits: Why is My Update Giving Me the Blues?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:61&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;There are a few reasons your update might be acting up like a toddler throwing a tantrum in the cereal aisle.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are the usual suspects:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-10:164&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:225&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Storage Space Scrooge:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Updates can be chonky,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; taking up a surprising amount of space.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your computer&#39;s storage is tighter than a mummy&#39;s wrapping,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the update might not have enough room to unpack its digital suitcase.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-10:164&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Driver Drama:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Those little guys that make your hardware sing along with the software?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes they&#39;re not exactly the Backstreet Boys,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; causing conflicts and stalling the update party.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Third-Party Party Crashers:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Some security software can be a bit overprotective,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; throwing a wrench into the update process.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:69&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Battling the Update Blues: How to Get Back on the Digital Highway&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:82&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Don&#39;t despair!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are a few things you can try to get your update back on track:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-20:89&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:236&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Free Up That Real Estate:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Channel your inner Marie Kondo and ruthlessly declutter your digital storage.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Get rid of unused files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; programs you haven&#39;t touched since dial-up days,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and maybe those questionable cat videos from 2011.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:160&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update Your Drivers:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of them as tiny suits of digital armor.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Make sure your drivers are all spiffy and up-to-date for a smoother update experience.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:215&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Power of Pause (and Resume):&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a little break can do wonders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Try pausing the update,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; restarting your computer (because have you tried turning it off and on again?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and then resuming the update.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-20:89&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Windows Update Troubleshooter:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This built-in tool is your digital knight in shining armor.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It can diagnose and fix common update problems,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; saving you the hassle.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:188&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Still Stuck? Don&#39;t Panic!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If none of these tips work,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there are more advanced troubleshooting options available.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But for most cases,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; these steps should get your update rolling again.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:52&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Frequently Asked Questions: Update Woes No More!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-31:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:103&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to check how much storage space I have left?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just head to your Settings &amp;gt; System &amp;gt; Storage.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:142&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to update my drivers?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can usually update drivers through your device manager or by visiting your device manufacturer&#39;s website.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:86&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to pause/resume an update?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Go to Settings &amp;gt; Windows Update &amp;gt; Pause updates.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:196&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to run the Windows Update Troubleshooter?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Type &quot;troubleshoot&quot; in your taskbar search bar and select &quot;Troubleshoot settings&quot;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  From there,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can find the Windows Update troubleshooter.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-31:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to contact Microsoft support for update problems?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you&#39;re truly stumped,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can find Microsoft support contact information on their website.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:9&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; even the most tech-savvy people get tripped up by updates sometimes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; take a deep breath,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; try these tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and hopefully,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll be back to enjoying the latest and greatest features of Windows 11 in no time!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/374486422161851124/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-update-problems.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/374486422161851124'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/374486422161851124'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-update-problems.html' title='Windows 11 Update Problems'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-716926093869628673</id><published>2024-07-06T03:51:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:51:28.498-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Hide Folder On Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_c16e76d08b73eef6&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:81&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Playing Hide and Seek with Your Files: A Guide to Folder Stealth on Windows 11&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:55&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we all have those folders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The ones that house our financial reports (adulting is hard),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; embarrassing childhood photos (think bowl cuts and acid wash),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or maybe even a secret stash of cat videos (we won&#39;t judge).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Whatever the reason,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; sometimes you just want a folder to vanish like David Copperfield after a magic trick.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:13&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for this guide will equip you with the skills to turn your folders into digital ninjas!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ll be navigating the treacherous waters of Windows 11 to ensure your secrets stay,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; secret.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:61&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Great Disappearing Act: Marking Your Folder as Hidden&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:63&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;This is the classic cloak-and-dagger move.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s how it works:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-15:27&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:4-11:190&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Locate your elusive folder:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Fire up File Explorer,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the digital filing cabinet of your computer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Find the folder you want to hide and point your mouse at it like a secret agent laser.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:4-13:157&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Right-click for options:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Give that folder a good ol&#39; right-click.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A menu will appear,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; filled with more options than a choose-your-own-adventure book.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:27&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:4-15:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Properties: The key to secrecy:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Amongst the options,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; find &quot;Properties&quot; and click on it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This will unlock the folder&#39;s deepest secrets (or at least the option to hide them).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-18:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:4-17:223&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The hidden lair:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  A new window will pop up,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; revealing all the folder&#39;s settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Look for a checkbox labeled &quot;Hidden&quot; (because,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; that&#39;s the whole point).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Tick that box with the confidence of a seasoned magician!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-20:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:4-19:167&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Vanishing act complete!:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Click &quot;OK,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; and voila!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Your folder has disappeared from the face of File Explorer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s like magic,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but with slightly less theatrics.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:129&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;But wait,&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; there&#39;s a catch!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Hidden folders aren&#39;t exactly invisible to the most determined eyes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ll address that in a bit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:37&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Uh Oh, Someone Found My Folder!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:157&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Don&#39;t worry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; even the best magicians sometimes get exposed.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you fear someone might have stumbled upon your hidden stash,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; here&#39;s how to make them reappear:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:42&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:42&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:4-27:91&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Open File Explorer again:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; It&#39;s time for another visit to our digital filing cabinet.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-30:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:4-29:172&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Show me the secrets!:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Click on the &quot;View&quot; tab at the top.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; There,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll find an option called &quot;Show/hide.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Look for a checkbox labeled &quot;Hidden items&quot; and check it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-32:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:4-31:194&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Poof! They&#39;re back:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just like that,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your hidden folders will reappear in File Explorer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now you can un-check the &quot;Hidden&quot; box in their properties to make them permanently visible again.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:144&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; While this method hides folders from casual browsing,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a tech-savvy user can still find them by enabling the view of hidden items.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:70&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;For the Truly Paranoid&lt;/strong&gt; (Because, hey, we all have those days)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:165&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If you need an extra layer of security,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider encryption software.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This scrambles your files with a password,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; making them unreadable without the key.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But that&#39;s a topic for another,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; more advanced guide.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:49&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Frequently Asked Folder-Hiding Questions:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to unhide a folder?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:84&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Simple!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Follow the steps mentioned in the &quot;Uh Oh,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Someone Found My Folder!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; section.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:45&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to hide a folder from search results?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:127&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Windows 11 allows you to exclude specific folders from search.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Look up &quot;Exclude folders from search&quot; for detailed instructions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:37&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to password-protect a folder?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:159&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;While Windows 11 doesn&#39;t offer built-in encryption for folders,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; third-party software can help.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Research &quot;folder encryption software&quot; to find a suitable option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;53:1-53:44&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to make my folder disappear forever?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;55:1-55:202&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Unless you&#39;re a magician,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; deleting the folder is the only permanent solution (with a chance of data recovery in some cases).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But before you do,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;be absolutely sure&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; you don&#39;t need those files anymore!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/716926093869628673/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-hide-folder-on-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/716926093869628673'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/716926093869628673'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-hide-folder-on-windows-11.html' title='How To Hide Folder On Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-5144032383128147185</id><published>2024-07-06T03:49:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:49:13.356-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Clear Cache In Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_ff826cc6ba0838f3&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:78&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Your PC Running Slower Than a One-Legged Dog? It&#39;s Time to Clear the Cache!&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:32&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; our computers are amazing companions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; They store our memories,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fuel our procrastination (ahem,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; research),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and even help us pretend to be fancy stockbrokers in spreadsheets (when we&#39;re really just figuring out how much pizza we can afford this week).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But just like that friend who hoards yesterday&#39;s newspapers,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your PC can get bogged down by clutter –  in this case,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a thing called the cache.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:46&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;What is the Cache? The Not-So-Secret Stash&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:8&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Think of your cache as your PC&#39;s short-term memory.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It holds onto bits and bobs of information from websites you visit,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; apps you use,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and even temporary files.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This can be helpful –  it means things load faster next time you use them.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But just like that time you tried to wear last week&#39;s clothes (we&#39;ve all been there),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a full cache can slow things down.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:82&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Signs Your Cache Needs a Clean Out: From Speedy Gonzales to Slowpoke Rodriguez&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:104&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Websites taking forever to load?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Yeah,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; that cache might be overflowing with yesterday&#39;s internet.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:100&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Your apps acting sluggish?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of them wading through a knee-deep pile of temporary files.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Your PC&#39;s out of breath just opening a text document?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  It&#39;s time to give that digital hamster wheel a good spin clean!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:63&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Great Cache Caper: How to Clear the Cache in Windows 11&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:138&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;re ready to unleash the inner speed demon in your PC?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s how to tackle that cache with the finesse of a digital Indiana Jones:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-22:146&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:80&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hit the Windows key + I&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (That&#39;s the fancy way of saying &quot;Open Settings&quot;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-20:37&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Navigate to System &amp;gt; Storage&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:101&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click the glorious button that says &quot;Temporary files&quot;.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just the name sparks joy,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; doesn&#39;t it?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:146&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pick your poison (or rather, pick what you want to delete).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  There are options for temporary files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; internet files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; thumbnails...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; go wild!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click &quot;Remove files&quot; and watch the magic happen (or, you know, the cleaning process).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:109&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Be careful not to delete anything you might need!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The &quot;Downloads&quot; folder is there for a reason.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:40&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Beyond the Basics: Cache-tastic FAQs&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-30:118&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to clear the cache for a specific app?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;
  2.  This usually involves diving into the app&#39;s settings itself.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Consult your app&#39;s user guide for specific instructions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-33:85&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to clear the DNS cache?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;
  3.  Open Command Prompt and type &lt;/span&gt;&lt;code class=&quot;&quot;&gt;ipconfig /flushdns&lt;/code&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Press Enter and you&#39;re good to go!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-36:74&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How often should I clear the cache?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;
  4.  There&#39;s no hard and fast rule,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but once a month is a good starting point.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-39:62&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Will clearing the cache delete my important files?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;
  5.  Nope!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Your precious documents and photos are safe and sound.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-42:59&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Can I use a third-party app to clear the cache?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;
  6.  Sure,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but the built-in tools in Windows 11 are usually more than enough.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:194&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So there you have it!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; With this newfound knowledge,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your PC will be running like a champ in no time.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and conquer that to-do list (or,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you know,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; browse cat videos – we won&#39;t judge).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/5144032383128147185/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/clear-cache-in-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/5144032383128147185'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/5144032383128147185'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/clear-cache-in-windows-11.html' title='Clear Cache In Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-4979361213485729272</id><published>2024-07-06T03:47:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:47:36.004-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Bluetooth Is Not Working In Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_c0ef0cb8d3795381&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:66&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Bluetooth Blues: When Windows 11 Won&#39;t Talk to Your Devices&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:81&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Ah,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Bluetooth.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The invisible tether that binds our devices together in a glorious tangle of wireless wonder.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But what happens when that wonder goes south faster than a rogue pair of roller skates on a downhill slope?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; What happens when your Windows 11 machine throws a Bluetooth tantrum and refuses to connect to anything?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t despair,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow tech adventurer!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ve all been there,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; staring at our screens in disbelief as our headphones blare nothing but the deafening silence of disconnection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for I am here to be your guide through this technological wilderness.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:63&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Usual Culprits: A Rogues&#39; Gallery of Bluetooth Blockers&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:115&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;First,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s identify the lowlifes causing this technological kerfuffle.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are some of the most common suspects:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:261&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:261&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:3-9:261&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The Invisible On/Off Switch:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; You&#39;d be surprised how often the culprit is a simple case of Bluetooth being disabled.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Check that little Bluetooth icon in your taskbar or dive into Settings &amp;gt; Devices &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Make sure it&#39;s switched on!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:3-11:264&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Airplane Mode Mix-Up:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Even the most seasoned techie can accidentally enable Airplane Mode,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; effectively grounding all your wireless connections.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Double-check that Airplane Mode is disabled&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  in your quick settings or Network &amp;amp; Internet settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:3-13:223&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Ghost in the Machine (Driver Edition):&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Outdated or glitchy drivers can wreak havoc on your Bluetooth connection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Head to Device Manager, find your Bluetooth adapter, right-click, and try updating the driver.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:3-15:213&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The War of the Waves:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you have other wireless devices nearby,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; they might be interfering with your Bluetooth signal.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Try turning off Wi-Fi or other Bluetooth devices&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  to see if that clears things up.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:61&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Still No Joy? Advanced Troubleshooting for the Tech-Savvy&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:114&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If the basic steps don&#39;t solve your woes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fret not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are some additional tricks for the Bluetooth bravehearts:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:159&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:159&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:3-21:190&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Restart Ritual:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  The classic tech support cure-all.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Restart your computer&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  and your Bluetooth device.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a simple reboot is all it takes to banish the Bluetooth blues.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;23:3-23:236&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Troubleshooter Tango:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Windows 11 has a built-in Bluetooth troubleshooter.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Search for &quot;troubleshoot&quot; in the Start menu and run the Bluetooth troubleshooter.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  It might be able to diagnose and fix the problem automatically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-26:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:3-25:300&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Nuclear Option (Reinstall the Driver):&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If all else fails,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you might need to reinstall the Bluetooth driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Open Device Manager, find your Bluetooth adapter, right-click, and select &quot;Uninstall device.&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Restart your computer&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  and Windows should automatically reinstall the driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:163&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Before taking drastic measures,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;consult your device manufacturer&#39;s website&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  for specific troubleshooting steps related to your Bluetooth device.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:32&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;FAQ: Bluetooth Blues Q&amp;amp;A&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:43&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to turn on Bluetooth on Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:177&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;There are two ways!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for the Bluetooth icon in your taskbar and click it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or navigate to Settings &amp;gt; Devices &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices and make sure the switch is turned on.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:39&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to update the Bluetooth driver?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:25&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Open Device Manager,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; find your Bluetooth adapter,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right-click,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and select &quot;Update driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Windows will search for and install the latest driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:41&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to restart the Bluetooth service?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:151&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;This requires a bit more technical know-how,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but a quick web search for &quot;restart Bluetooth service Windows 11&quot; will give you step-by-step instructions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:35&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to pair a Bluetooth device?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:134&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to Settings &amp;gt; Devices &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click &quot;Add device&quot; and follow the on-screen instructions for your specific device.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:37&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to forget a Bluetooth device?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:122&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;In Settings &amp;gt; Devices &amp;gt; Bluetooth &amp;amp; devices,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; find the device you want to forget,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; click it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and select &quot;Remove device.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:218&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With these tips and tricks,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be well on your way to Bluetooth bliss.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if all else fails,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there&#39;s always the tried-and-true method of yelling at your computer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  (Though we can&#39;t guarantee it&#39;ll work.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/4979361213485729272/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/bluetooth-is-not-working-in-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/4979361213485729272'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/4979361213485729272'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/bluetooth-is-not-working-in-windows-11.html' title='Bluetooth Is Not Working In Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-1293014123816368395</id><published>2024-07-06T03:45:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:45:17.954-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Windows 11 Change Username</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_3af6c1a94d98967e&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:109&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Tired of Being &quot;Old_Computer&quot;? Rename Yourself in Windows 11 with Minimal Fuss (and Maybe a Little Giggle)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:46&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; folks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ve all been there.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You set up your brand new Windows 11 machine,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; all excited and ready to conquer the digital world.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But then...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; what greets you on the login screen?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &quot;GenericUser123&quot; or,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; even worse,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the dreaded &quot;DefaultAccount.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Shudder.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:24&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow tech enthusiasts (and those who didn&#39;t exactly put a ton of thought into the initial username selection)!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Windows 11 gives you the power to shed your boring,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; uninspired username and become the digital butterfly you were always meant to be.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:84&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Here&#39;s how to banish the beige and embrace the username brilliance that lies within:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:158&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Tale of Two Usernames: Local vs. Microsoft&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:133&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Before we dive into the nitty-gritty,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there&#39;s a crucial distinction to make:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; are you rocking a local account or a Microsoft account?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-15:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:114&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Local Account:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This is your own private kingdom on the PC,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; completely separate from the Microsoft universe.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-15:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Microsoft Account:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Think of it as your digital passport,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; letting you access all your Microsoft goodies (OneDrive,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Outlook,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;) across different devices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;16:1-16:100&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The method for changing your username depends on your account type,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so let&#39;s tackle them one by one.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:122&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Conquering the Local Account: A Control Panel Caper&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-20:360&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If you&#39;re a local account hero,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; dust off your detective hat and head to the good ol&#39; Control Panel.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Yes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s still there in Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; hiding out like a digital chameleon.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Unearth this relic and navigate to the thrilling world of &quot;User Accounts.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  Here,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll find the option to change your username,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; like some kind of digital witness protection program.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:52&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Taming the Microsoft Account: A Web-Based Wonder&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:156&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;For those Microsoft account aficionados,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the path to username glory lies in the vast expanse of the internet.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Head to your account settings (pssst,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s accessible through the Settings app in Windows 11) and find the option to &quot;Manage my Microsoft account.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  This will launch your web browser and whisk you away to a land of profile editing.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Find the &quot;Edit name&quot; section and,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with a click and a clack,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your username shall be transformed!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:200&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Important Note:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Regardless of your account type,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll need to log out and log back in for the new username to take effect.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Consider it a digital metamorphosis - gotta shed that old skin,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:43&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;So You&#39;ve Renamed Yourself... Now What?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:118&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now that you&#39;re sporting a username that truly reflects your inner awesomeness,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; here are a few things to keep in mind:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-34:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:150&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be Patient:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Some applications might take a while to catch up with your new moniker.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t panic if they still show your old username for a bit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-34:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Embrace the Power:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Your new username is a badge of honor!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Flaunt it with pride (but maybe avoid using it for anything too embarrassing...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:230&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bonus Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you&#39;re feeling particularly indecisive,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  choose a username that&#39;s both fun and functional.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Something like &quot;Keyboard_Warrior&quot; or &quot;Master_of_the_Desktop&quot; would definitely add some personality to your login screen.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:42&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;**&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How-To FAQs for the Username-Curious&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:55&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to change username on Windows 11 local account?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:76&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Head to Control Panel &amp;gt; User Accounts and select &quot;Change your account name.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:59&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to change username on Windows 11 Microsoft account?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:104&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to Settings &amp;gt; Accounts and click &quot;Manage my Microsoft account.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Then,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; edit your name on the web page.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:65&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How long does it take for the username change to take effect?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:70&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;You&#39;ll need to log out and log back in for the new username to appear.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:49&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Can I change my username back to the old one?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;53:1-53:86&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Absolutely!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The process is the same,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; just choose your original username when prompted.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;55:1-55:37&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What if I forget my new username?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;57:1-57:117&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Don&#39;t worry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can usually recover your account using the email address or security information associated with it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;59:1-59:69&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now go forth and conquer the digital world,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; username extraordinaire!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/1293014123816368395/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-change-username.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/1293014123816368395'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/1293014123816368395'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/windows-11-change-username.html' title='Windows 11 Change Username'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-55694070979237506</id><published>2024-07-06T03:43:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:43:07.114-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Windows 11 Battery Drain</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_3f00963273fe02de&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:127&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Windows 11 Laptop Turning into a Power-Hungry Monster? Don&#39;t Panic, We Can Fix This (Unless It&#39;s Actually a Monster)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:134&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; folks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Lugging around a laptop that needs to be plugged in more often than a Christmas tree is no fun.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Especially  when you were promised glorious wireless freedom with Windows 11.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; weary traveler!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Before you resign yourself to a life permanently chained to an outlet,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we&#39;re here to help you slay the battery drain dragon.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:46&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;First Things First: Let&#39;s Find the Culprit&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:21&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Think of your battery as a delicious pie.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Background apps are like sneaky little chipmunks,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; nibbling away at those precious power reserves.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; To identify the culprits,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; head over to your trusty &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Task Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (press Ctrl+Shift+Esc).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click on the &quot;Battery&quot; column to see which apps are draining the juice the fastest.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be ruthless!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Close any programs you&#39;re not actively using with extreme prejudice.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:54&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bonus points:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you see an unfamiliar app hogging power,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; banish it to the uninstall abyss!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; There&#39;s no room for energy vampires on your laptop.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:55&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Power Up Your Power Settings (Because Puns Are Fun)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:397&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Windows 11 comes pre-loaded with different power plans,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  like a choose-your-own-adventure for battery life.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head over to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Control Panel&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (search for it in the Start menu) and navigate to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Power Options&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Balanced&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; is a good middle ground,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but if you&#39;re feeling adventurous,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Power saver&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; mode can really extend your battery life.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Just be prepared for things to run a little slower.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:177&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t be afraid to tinker with the settings within each plan!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can adjust things like screen brightness and sleep timers to fine-tune your battery consumption.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:32&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Taming the Brightness Beast&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:186&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s be honest,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a super-bright screen might look pretty,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but it&#39;s also a major battery drain.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Lowering your screen brightness is a simple yet effective way to conserve power.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for the brightness slider in your &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quick Settings&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (accessible by clicking the battery icon in the taskbar),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  or adjust it through the power settings menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you don&#39;t need to see every pixel individually  –  unless,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; of course,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;re trying to identify a particularly mischievous chipmunk.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:50&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Sleep Tight, Don&#39;t Let the Battery Drain Bite&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:363&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;When you&#39;re not using your laptop,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  make sure it goes into sleep mode as soon as possible.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This puts everything on hold and uses minimal power.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  You can adjust these settings in the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Power Options&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; menu  (we&#39;re becoming well-acquainted with this place,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; aren&#39;t we?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Setting your laptop to sleep after just a few minutes of inactivity can make a big difference.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:115&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;But wait!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; There&#39;s more!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Here are some additional ways to squeeze every last drop of juice out of your battery:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:36&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Disconnect unused peripherals:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Yes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; even that ever-so-slightly-warm coffee mug warmer is a drain.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:117&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Turn off location services:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Unless you&#39;re actively using maps or need location-based features,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  shut it down.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-30:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Beware of power-hungry apps:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Some programs are just naturally more demanding.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you can,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; use web versions or lighter alternatives.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:66&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FAQ: You&#39;ve Got Questions, We&#39;ve Got Answers (Quick Ones)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:29&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to open Task Manager?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:21&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to adjust screen brightness?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:111&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Look for the brightness slider in your Quick Settings (accessible by clicking the battery icon in the taskbar).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:30&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to change power plans?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:77&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search for &quot;Control Panel&quot; in the Start menu,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; then navigate to Power Options.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:34&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to put my laptop to sleep?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:72&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to Power Options in the Control Panel and adjust the sleep settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:39&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How do I know if my battery is bad?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:234&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If the tips above don&#39;t improve your battery life significantly,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your battery itself might be the culprit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Consider running a battery health report (available through some manufacturer tools) or contacting your device&#39;s support team.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;53:1-53:354&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With a little effort,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can turn your battery-guzzling Windows 11 laptop back into a mobile marvel.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consistency is key!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; By following these tips and making smart choices about how you use your device,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can conquer the battery drain dragon and reclaim your glorious wireless freedom.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Now go forth and  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;conquer&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (or at least  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;browse&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;)!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/55694070979237506/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-windows-11-battery-drain.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/55694070979237506'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/55694070979237506'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-windows-11-battery-drain.html' title='How To Fix Windows 11 Battery Drain'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-5547225277087628961</id><published>2024-07-06T03:40:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:40:48.992-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Open Task Manager On Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_e0ceb427f95f78c3&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:122&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Conquering the Chaos: How to Open the Task Manager in Windows 11 Like a Boss (Because Let&#39;s Face It, Your PC Needs You)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:157&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Is your computer acting slower than a sloth on a sugar crash?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Are rogue applications making more noise than a toddler in a toy store?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; weary warrior!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This guide will equip you with the knowledge to open the Task Manager in Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the ultimate tool to tame the digital beast and restore order to your PC kingdom.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:56&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Ways to Wrangle the Task Manager: Choose Your Weapon&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:70&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;We all have our preferred battle tactics.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; here are several ways to access the Task Manager,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; allowing you to choose your champion:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-13:83&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-10:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:3-9:192&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Keyboard Kung Fu:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  For the swift and decisive,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; unleash the power of the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Ctrl+Shift+Esc&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; combo.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This three-fingered salute will have the Task Manager bowing at your command in a flash.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-12:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:3-11:191&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Right-Click Rumble:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  For those who prefer a more strategic approach,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a simple right-click on the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Start button&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; followed by a well-placed click on &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Task Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; will do the trick.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:83&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:3-13:83&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Run It Like You Stole It:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Feeling adventurous?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Press the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Windows Key + R&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; to conjure the Run dialog box.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Type in &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;taskmgr&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; and press Enter.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Prepare to be amazed (or mildly entertained).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:3-15:215&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Search Party:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Can&#39;t remember the exact name?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; No sweat!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click on the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Start button&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; and begin typing &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Task Manager&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The Windows search bar will become your trusty guide,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; leading you to your destination.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:170&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember, the most important tactic is to choose the method that works best for YOU.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; There&#39;s no one-size-fits-all approach in the battle against unruly applications.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:49&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Once Inside the Task Manager Arena: What Now?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:64&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With the Task Manager at your fingertips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you hold the power to:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-26:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:131&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;End Task:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Slay unresponsive programs with a single click (just be careful not to accidentally target any crucial processes!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:100&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monitor Performance:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Keep an eye on your CPU,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; memory,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and disk usage to identify bottlenecks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-26:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Explore Processes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Delve into the nitty-gritty details of what&#39;s running on your system.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:55&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Task Manager is your window into the soul of your PC.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Use it wisely,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and your computer will forever sing your praises (well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; maybe not literally,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but it will definitely run smoother).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:61&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Frequently Asked Questions for the Task-Mastering Newbie:&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:56&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Open Task Manager with Nothing but a Mouse?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:53&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Right-click the taskbar and select &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Task Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:61&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Open Task Manager When Your Keyboard is Acting Up?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:76&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Use your mouse to right-click the Start button and select &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Task Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:61&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Open Task Manager if You Forgot All the Shortcuts?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:116&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click on the Start button and type &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Task Manager&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The search bar will guide you the rest of the way.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:63&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Impress Your Friends with Your Task Manager Prowess?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:150&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Casually mention how you &quot;ended a rogue process&quot; while they struggle with a sluggish computer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Bask in their admiration (or at least mild curiosity).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:62&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Avoid Being the &quot;Tech Person&quot; in Your Friend Group?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:119&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Unfortunately,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there&#39;s no known cure.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But hey,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; at least you&#39;ll be the hero who can save them from computer meltdowns!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/5547225277087628961/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-open-task-manager-on-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/5547225277087628961'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/5547225277087628961'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-open-task-manager-on-windows-11.html' title='How To Open Task Manager On Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-855547014365992001</id><published>2024-07-06T03:38:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:38:54.616-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Dpc Watchdog Violation Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_131ba68fd82ffeb1&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:74&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;The DPC Watchdog Violation: When Your PC Turns From Sidekick to Gremlin&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:71&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; encountering a blue screen error message on your Windows 11 is about as delightful as finding a rogue sock in your dryer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; tech-adventurers!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Today,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we&#39;re tackling the cryptic &quot;DPC Watchdog Violation&quot; error,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and by the end,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll be a bluescreen-banishing hero (or at least someone who can decipher cryptic computer messages).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:41&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;What in the World is a DPC Watchdog?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:79&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Imagine your computer is a bustling city.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Devices are like different districts,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and the DPC Watchdog is a grumpy traffic cop.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Its job is to ensure devices communicate smoothly,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; like rush hour without any road rage.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But when a device misbehaves (think of a rogue taxi blocking an intersection),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the DPC Watchdog throws its metaphorical hands up and yells,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &quot;That&#39;s it!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; System Shutdown!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; - cue the blue screen.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:53&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Calming the Cranky Watchdog: Solutions to Explore&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:42&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Alright,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so we&#39;ve identified the culprit (a misbehaving device or software),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but how do we get this digital traffic cop to chill?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here are a few ideas:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-19:81&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:3-13:206&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Driver Drama? Update Those Guys!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Outdated drivers are like grumpy old cab drivers who refuse to use GPS.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to Device Manager and update all your drivers,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; especially for recently installed hardware.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-16:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:3-15:261&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Newest Isn&#39;t Always the Best: Roll Back a Windows Update&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; even the shiniest Windows updates can cause chaos.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If the error started after an update,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider rolling it back.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; (Think of it as switching back to the familiar,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; pre-GPS cab driver).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-18:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:3-17:190&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Evict Unwanted Guests: Uninstall Recent Programs&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Did you recently install a program that seems a little...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;suspicious?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Like a flashy casino app promising riches?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Evict it from your PC!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:81&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:3-19:81&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Power Down, Power Up: The Classic Reboot&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; all it takes is a good ol&#39; fashioned restart to clear the cobwebs (both digital and metaphorical).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-22:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:3-21:194&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;For the Tech-Savvy: Try Driver Verifier&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; This is like putting the DPC Watchdog on steroids to sniff out the problematic device.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But be warned,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s for the slightly braver tech adventurer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:130&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If these solutions don&#39;t work,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  don&#39;t hesitate to consult a professional (the IT equivalent of calling a tow truck).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:41&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Bonus Tip: Keep Your Cool (Literally)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:140&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Believe it or not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; overheating can also trigger this error.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Make sure your PC has proper ventilation and isn&#39;t turning into a mini furnace.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:24&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;## DPC Watchdog FAQs&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:40&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Update Drivers in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:93&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search for &quot;Device Manager&quot; and update drivers for any device with a yellow exclamation mark.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:38&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Roll Back a Windows Update?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:111&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to Settings &amp;gt; Windows Update &amp;gt; Update History &amp;gt; Uninstall Updates.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Choose the update and select &quot;Uninstall.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:27&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Restart Your PC?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:33&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Hold down the Shift key and click &quot;Restart&quot; in the Start Menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Check PC Temperature?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:57&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Several free programs can monitor your PC&#39;s temperature.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:34&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Contact a Professional?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:67&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Search online for reputable computer repair services in your area.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:236&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With these tips and a little troubleshooting,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be able to banish the DPC Watchdog and get your PC back to running smoothly.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a little detective work and some tech know-how can turn you into a bluescreen-busting hero!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/855547014365992001/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-dpc-watchdog-violation.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/855547014365992001'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/855547014365992001'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-dpc-watchdog-violation.html' title='How To Fix Dpc Watchdog Violation Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-354758251270447956</id><published>2024-07-06T03:37:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:37:04.453-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>Reduce Ram Usage In Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_da36a28f8dd48cba&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:63&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your RAM Throwing a Tantrum? Tame the Beast in Windows 11&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:43&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; your computer&#39;s RAM can be a bit of a drama queen.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; One minute it&#39;s happily running all your programs,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the next it&#39;s throwing a virtual fit because you dared to open another Chrome tab.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your Windows 11 machine is suffering from a serious case of RAM-nesia (terrible pun,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we know,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but we&#39;re here to entertain as well as inform),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ve got some tips to turn that frown upside down (and maybe get your RAM to stop channeling its inner diva).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:63&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Evict the RAM Squatters: Unwanted Programs and Startup Apps&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:291&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The first step is to identify the programs that are hogging all the memory like they own the place.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Open up the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Task Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; (press Ctrl+Shift+Esc) and see which apps are using the most RAM.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be ruthless!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you haven&#39;t used that mysterious &quot;MysterySoftware2019&quot; in,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; 2019,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s time to hit that uninstall button.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:287&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Next,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s deal with those pesky startup apps that love to crash the RAM party uninvited.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head over to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings &amp;gt; Apps &amp;gt; Startup&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of this as the VIP list for your RAM.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Only the programs you truly need should be there.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Disable anything that looks suspicious or unnecessary.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:91&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just because an app has a fancy name doesn&#39;t mean it deserves VIP treatment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:66&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Tame the Background App Horde: Keeping the Party Under Control&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:321&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s be honest,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; how many background apps do you actually need constantly running?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Probably not as many as are currently battling it out for RAM dominance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Head over to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings &amp;gt; Privacy &amp;amp; security &amp;gt; Background apps&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This is where you can tell those apps to take a hike (metaphorically speaking,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; of course).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:133&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Unless they&#39;re essential&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; turn off background permissions for most apps.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can always launch them manually when you need them.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:70&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Embrace the Power of &quot;Restart&quot;:  Sometimes It Really is the Answer&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:21&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;We&#39;ve all been there.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  That sinking feeling when your computer starts acting sluggish and you know it&#39;s probably due to RAM overload.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t underestimate the power of a simple &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;restart&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It can clear out temporary files and give your RAM a much-needed refresh.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Think of it as a RAM spa day!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:49&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Bonus Round: Extra Tips for the RAM Whisperer&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-27:227&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:141&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Clear your browser cache:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Your browser cache can be a graveyard for forgotten data.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Clear it out regularly to free up some RAM space.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:164&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update your software:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Outdated software can sometimes lead to memory leaks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update everything!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  It&#39;s good for your RAM and your overall computer health.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:227&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Consider a RAM upgrade (if possible):&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you&#39;ve tried all of the above and your RAM is still throwing tantrums,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  it might be time to consider a hardware upgrade.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just remember to consult your computer&#39;s manual or a tech-savvy friend before you go out and buy new RAM sticks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:151&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  A happy RAM is a productive RAM.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  By following these tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can tame the RAM beast and keep your Windows 11 machine running smoothly.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:22&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;RAM Wrangling FAQs:&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:29&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to open Task Manager?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:21&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:31&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to uninstall a program?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:105&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Go to Settings &amp;gt; Apps &amp;gt; Apps &amp;amp; features.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Find the program you want to uninstall and click uninstall.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to clear your browser cache?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:98&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The method will vary depending on your browser,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but you can usually find it in the settings menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to update your software?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:112&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Many programs will update automatically,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but you can also check for updates manually in the program&#39;s settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-50:39&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to check how much RAM you have?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;52:1-52:84&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Right-click on This PC and select Properties.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for the &quot;Installed RAM&quot; section.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/354758251270447956/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/reduce-ram-usage-in-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/354758251270447956'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/354758251270447956'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/reduce-ram-usage-in-windows-11.html' title='Reduce Ram Usage In Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-3702450092603634221</id><published>2024-07-06T03:35:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:35:06.459-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix High Ping Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_7e287f0331b49ce0&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:71&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Battling Bloated Ping in Windows 11: From Laggy Woes to Speedy Bliss&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:51&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Ah,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; ping.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The bane of online gamers everywhere,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the culprit behind those frustrating moments where your character moonwalks into oblivion just as you were about to unleash a digital beatdown.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow warriors of the internet!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; For even the most sluggish ping can be whipped into shape with a few tweaks and tricks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:76&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Ping Truly That Bad, or Are You Just Having a Rubber-Banded Day?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:98&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Before we delve into the toolbox,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s establish if you&#39;re truly facing a ping pandemic or just a case of the Mondays.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s a quick test:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-11:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:181&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Classic Speed Test:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Fire up a trusty internet speed test website.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your download and upload speeds are also in the pits of despair,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; then buckle up,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we&#39;ve got work to do.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-11:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The In-Game Woes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Is the lag only rearing its ugly head in a specific game?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It might be an issue with the game server itself,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; not your glorious PC.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Check online forums to see if others are experiencing similar problems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:108&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Important Note:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Ping times can fluctuate depending on your location and the server you&#39;re connecting to.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A ping of 50ms might be great for casual browsing,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but for competitive gaming,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll want it to be much lower (think sub-20ms for ultimate bragging rights).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-14:51&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Taming the Ping Beast: A Step-by-Step Adventure&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;16:1-16:92&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now that we&#39;ve confirmed you&#39;re not just imagining things,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s vanquish this lag monster!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-22:115&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-19:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;18:3-18:199&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Restart Ritual:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; We all know it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but sometimes a simple restart can work wonders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; It clears out temporary gremlins gumming up the works and can often give your internet connection a refresh.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-21:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;20:3-20:264&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Bandwidth Battleground:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Close any bandwidth-hogging applications like that pesky YouTube video your little sibling keeps playing on repeat.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; streaming services,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; downloads,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and even video calls can chomp down on your precious internet bandwidth.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:115&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;22:3-22:115&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Network Detective:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the culprit is a rogue network adapter driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head over to Device Manager,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; update that driver (or try rolling back to an earlier version if things were previously peachy),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and see if that injects some speed.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-25:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;24:3-24:215&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The DNS Detour:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Your Domain Name System (DNS) server is like the internet&#39;s phonebook.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Try switching to a public DNS server like Google Public DNS (8.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;8.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;8.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;8 and 8.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;8.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;4.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;4) and see if it improves your connection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-29:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;26:3-26:67&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Wi-Fi Woes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  For Wi-Fi warriors,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider these options:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;27:5-29:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;27:5-27:147&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Closer, the Better:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If possible,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; position yourself closer to your router.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Walls and distance are the enemies of strong Wi-Fi signals.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:5-29:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The 5 GHz Frequency:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If your router supports it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; switch to the 5 GHz band for a potentially faster connection (though the range might be shorter).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:172&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  These are just some suggestions,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and the best solution might vary depending on your specific setup.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t be afraid to experiment and see what works for you!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:61&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Frequently Asked Questions for the Ping-Conscious Warrior&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:108&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:108&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to check my ping?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; There are many online tools and even some games will display your ping in-game.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:119&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How much does my internet plan impact ping?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Higher bandwidth internet plans can generally offer lower ping times.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:145&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How can I improve ping for online gaming?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Prioritize game traffic by using Quality of Service (QoS) settings in your router (if available).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:180&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Should I upgrade my hardware?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; In some cases,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; older hardware might bottleneck your internet connection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Upgrading your router or ethernet cable could potentially improve ping.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-39:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What if none of these solutions work?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you&#39;ve exhausted all your options,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it might be time to contact your internet service provider (ISP) to see if there are any issues on their end.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:267&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With a little effort and these handy tips,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can banish the dreaded lag monster and experience the internet the way it was meant to be:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; lightning fast and frustration-free!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and conquer those online battles (or just stream cat videos in glorious peace)!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/3702450092603634221/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-high-ping-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/3702450092603634221'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/3702450092603634221'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-high-ping-windows-11.html' title='How To Fix High Ping Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-8248059872633069777</id><published>2024-07-06T03:32:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:32:53.243-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Snipping Tool On Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_598b8466f2187e75&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:103&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Snipping Tool on Windows 11: Your Guide to Taking Screenshots Like a Boss (Without Looking Like One)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:30&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; screenshots are the duct tape of the digital world.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Need to capture a hilarious work chat for posterity (or blackmail purposes)?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Snip!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Want to show your grandma that fancy new game you downloaded (because apparently she cares)?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Snip,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; snip!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But with the arrival of Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; some folks are wondering:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; has the trusty Snipping Tool gone the way of the floppy disk?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; screenshot enthusiasts,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; because we&#39;re here to unveil the snipping secrets of Windows 11!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:49&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Gone But Not Forgotten: The OG Snipping Tool&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:324&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;For Windows veterans,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the classic Snipping Tool might seem like a distant memory.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But fret not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it&#39;s still here in spirit!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The functionality of the original tool has been folded into the new and improved Snipping Tool (we&#39;re sensing a pattern here).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if you used the OG tool before,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll be a snipping ninja in no time.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:72&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Mastering the Modern Snipping Tool: Hotkeys are Your New Best Friend&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:187&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; let&#39;s talk about the new hotshot on the block.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Gone are the days of digging through menus.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Windows 11 is all about speed,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and that applies to screenshots too.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s the magic trick:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:50&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;** Press the Windows key + Shift + S together.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;**&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:126&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Poof!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Your screen dims and a floating menu appears.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; my friends,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; is your gateway to snipping glory.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Choose your weapon:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-21:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-17:85&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Rectangular Snip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; The classic box-cutter,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; perfect for capturing specific areas.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:85&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Freehand Snip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Unleash your inner Picasso and draw any wacky shape you desire.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-19:127&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Window Snip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Target a specific window,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; like that chat with your coworker about the office&#39;s questionable snack selection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-21:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Full-Screen Snip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Capture everything on your screen,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; from your perfectly organized desktop (ahem) to that cat video you accidentally left open.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:112&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Once you take your snip,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll see a notification in the bottom corner.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click on it for some quick editing options,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; like adding a snazzy arrow or text to point out exactly why your colleague deserves a raise (or why that cat video is so darn cute).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:28&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;But Wait, There&#39;s More!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:330&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;The new Snipping Tool also lets you take screenshots the old-fashioned way.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Feeling nostalgic?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; No problem!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Just hit the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Print Screen (PrtSc)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; button on your keyboard.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Your screenshot will be lovingly copied to your clipboard,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; waiting for you to paste it into your favorite image editing software (or,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you know,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a chat window).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:147&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;However, this method won&#39;t automatically open the editing tools.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  So if you&#39;re feeling fancy with your annotations,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; stick to the hotkey method.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;30:1-30:55&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Snipping Tool FAQ: You Asked, We Answered (Briefly)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-33:136&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;32:1-32:105&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to take a screenshot of a specific window?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Windows Key + Shift + S,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; then choose &quot;Window Snip.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:136&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to edit a screenshot?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Use the hotkey method (Windows Key + Shift + S) and click on the notification to access editing options.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:172&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to take a screenshot on Windows 11 without the Snipping Tool?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Just press the Print Screen (PrtSc) button!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you won&#39;t get the editing tools this way.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:168&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How do I find my screenshots?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Screenshots are usually saved in your Pictures folder by default.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; But you can also paste them into any program that accepts images.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-37:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How can I make my screenshots even more awesome?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; There are plenty of free image editing programs out there!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Get creative and add some flair to your snips.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:308&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there you have it!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; With the Snipping Tool in Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;re now a certified screenshot superhero.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with great snipping power comes great responsibility.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Use your newfound skills wisely (and maybe don&#39;t screenshot that embarrassing work email).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and capture those digital moments!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/8248059872633069777/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-snipping-tool-on-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/8248059872633069777'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/8248059872633069777'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-snipping-tool-on-windows-11.html' title='How To Snipping Tool On Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-6233499635622741208</id><published>2024-07-06T03:31:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:31:08.234-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Windows 11 Security Not Opening</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_254bbd7a18233ac6&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:63&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Windows Security on Strike? Don&#39;t Panic, We Can App-ease It!&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:61&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you click on that familiar shield icon,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; ready to vanquish digital dragons and banish byte-sized nasties,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; nothing happens.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Windows Security throws a tantrum and refuses to open.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Don&#39;t worry,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow warrior of the web,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; this doesn&#39;t mean your PC is defenseless.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; We&#39;ll get your security shield shining bright again in no time,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with a few troubleshooting tricks that won&#39;t make you want to throw your keyboard out the window.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:64&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Step 1: The Gentle Approach - A Talk with the Troubleshooter&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:168&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Sometimes,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; all your trusty Windows Security app needs is a good talking to (well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a digital talking to,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; anyway).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s how to get the built-in troubleshooter involved:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-11:1&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:129&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hit the Settings Button:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Because every good conversation starts with a metaphorical cup of tea (or in this case,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a click).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;10:1-11:1&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update &amp;amp; Security - Your Knight in Shining Armor:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Navigate through this section,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; for within its depths lies the key.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:130&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Seek Out the Troubleshooter:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Look for the glorious option named &quot;Troubleshoot&quot; and click on it with valiant determination.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-13:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Windows Security Needs a Pick-Me-Up:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Find the &quot;Windows Security&quot; troubleshooter specifically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Run it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and let it work its magic.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-14:169&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; The troubleshooter might take a few minutes to do its thing.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Be patient,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and if it finds any underlying issues,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it will attempt to fix them automatically.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;16:1-16:56&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Step 2: App Reset - A Fresh Start for a Fresh Shield&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:163&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If the troubleshooter can&#39;t coax Windows Security back from its grumpy mood,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it might be time for a digital reset button.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s how to give the app a clean slate:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-21:32&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-20:115&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Head to Apps &amp;amp; Features:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Search for it in the Start Menu,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; because sometimes the hero needs a map too.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:32&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Find Your Fallen Comrade:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Scroll through the app list until you find &quot;Windows Security.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; Click on it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:142&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Advanced Options - The Hidden Armory:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  There&#39;s more to this app than meets the eye!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click on &quot;Advanced options&quot; to reveal hidden tools.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-24:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Reset Button - Your Last Resort:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This is a bit like a factory reset for your phone,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so be sure you want to do it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Click &quot;Reset&quot; and see if it does the trick.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:116&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Attention:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  A reset might delete your preferences within Windows Security,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so be prepared to set them up again.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:56&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Still Having Issues? Don&#39;t Despair, Help is at Hand!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:264&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;If these steps don&#39;t work,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fear not!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; There are still ways to get your digital defender back on its feet.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Consider a system scan,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; checking for corrupt system files,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or even a more in-depth repair process.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; However,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; these might require a bit more technical know-how.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:138&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Always remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; If you&#39;re unsure about any step,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; don&#39;t hesitate to consult a tech-savvy friend or seek help from Microsoft&#39;s official support channels.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;34:1-34:48&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FAQs for the Security-Conscious Citizen:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;36:1-36:69&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q: How to access Windows Security settings if the app won&#39;t open?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;38:1-38:205&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;A:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can still access some basic security features through the Windows Security icon in the taskbar (if visible) or by searching for specific settings like &quot;Windows Defender Firewall&quot; in the Start Menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;40:1-40:62&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q: How to check if the Security Center service is running?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;42:1-42:140&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;A:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Search for &quot;Services&quot; in the Start Menu.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Find &quot;Security Center&quot; in the list,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right-click,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and ensure it&#39;s set to &quot;Start&quot; and &quot;Automatic.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;44:1-44:45&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q: How to run a System File Checker scan?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;46:1-46:127&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;A:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Open Command Prompt as administrator and type &lt;/span&gt;&lt;code class=&quot;&quot;&gt;sfc /scannow&lt;/code&gt;&lt;span&gt; (including the space).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Press Enter and let the scan complete.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;48:1-48:41&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q: How to reinstall Windows Security?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;50:1-50:119&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;A:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Reinstalling is a more complex process.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Research online tutorials specific to Windows 11 for detailed instructions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;52:1-52:45&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q: How to avoid future security app woes?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;54:1-54:133&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;A:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Keep your Windows system updated and run regular scans for malware and viruses.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; A little preventative maintenance goes a long way!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/6233499635622741208/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-windows-11-security-not.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/6233499635622741208'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/6233499635622741208'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-windows-11-security-not.html' title='How To Fix Windows 11 Security Not Opening'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-3755452951981058266</id><published>2024-07-06T03:29:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:29:03.091-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Fix Keyboard Input Lag Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_5bb3669fae685ca8&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:79&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Is Your Keyboard Having a Slow Typing Siesta? Fix Windows 11 Lag Like a Boss&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:37&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Let&#39;s face it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; folks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; No one enjoys a sluggish keyboard.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You&#39;re in the zone,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; crafting an email masterpiece (or maybe a hilarious meme for your colleagues),&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and then...&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;crickets&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Those precious milliseconds tick by as you wait for the letters to appear on the screen.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Is your computer taking a nap on the job,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or has your keyboard decided to stage a silent protest?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:90&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow typists!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here&#39;s a battle plan to banish keyboard lag from your Windows 11 experience and get those keys clicking like a happy castanet player.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:42&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;First Line of Defense: The Quick Fixes&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-11:100&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-10:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:3-9:233&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Filter Keys on a Siesta?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  This accessibility feature can sometimes delay keystrokes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings &amp;gt; Ease of Access &amp;gt; Keyboard&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; and make sure &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Filter Keys&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; is off.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Let your keyboard wake up and smell the virtual coffee!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:100&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;11:3-11:100&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Restart Rumble:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Sometimes a simple restart is all it takes to clear out any temporary gremlins causing lag.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Give your PC a quick reboot and see if that jump-starts your keyboard.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-14:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;13:3-13:194&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Background App Bonanza:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Are you running a marathon of browser tabs and resource-heavy programs?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Close any unnecessary apps that might be hogging system resources and slowing things down.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;15:1-15:50&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Delving Deeper: Driver Drama and System Tweaks&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-21:124&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;17:1-18:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;17:3-17:301&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Driver Dilemma:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Outdated or faulty keyboard drivers can be a culprit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Head to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Device Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; expand &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Keyboards&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right-click on yours,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and choose &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update driver&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If that doesn&#39;t work,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; try &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Uninstall device&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; and then restart your PC for Windows to automatically reinstall the driver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;19:1-20:0&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;19:3-19:289&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Power Up the Power Plan:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you&#39;re on a power-saving plan,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; it might be throttling your keyboard performance.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Go to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Control Panel &amp;gt; Hardware and Sound &amp;gt; Power Options&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; and choose a plan like &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Balanced&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; or &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;High performance&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Just remember,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; this might affect your battery life.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;21:1-21:124&quot;&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;21:3-21:124&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Virtual Memory&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; Shuffle:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This can sometimes help smooth out lag.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Search for &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; go to the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Advanced&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; tab,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; click &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; under &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Performance&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and then navigate to the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Advanced&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; tab again.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Under &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Virtual memory&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; click &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Change&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can adjust settings here,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; but it&#39;s best to consult a tech-savvy friend or a quick online search for the optimal configuration for your system.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;23:1-23:220&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remember:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  These are just some suggestions,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and the best fix might depend on your specific situation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  If you&#39;re still having trouble,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; don&#39;t despair!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; There are more advanced troubleshooting options available online.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;25:1-25:36&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;FAQ: Keyboard Lag Blues Q&amp;amp;A&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;27:1-27:42&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to check if it&#39;s a hardware issue?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-29:113&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Try your keyboard on another computer.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; If it works fine,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; then the problem likely lies with your original machine.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:29&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to clean my keyboard?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:104&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Compressed air can be your friend here!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Turn off your computer,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; unplug the keyboard,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and give it a good puff of air to remove any dust or debris.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to test my keyboard for lag?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:91&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;There are online typing speed tests that can help you gauge your keyboard&#39;s responsiveness.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:39&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to connect a wireless keyboard?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:139&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Most wireless keyboards come with a USB receiver.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Simply plug it into your computer and follow the manufacturer&#39;s instructions for pairing.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:55&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to decide between a wired or wireless keyboard?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:128&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Wired keyboards offer a more stable connection,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; while wireless keyboards provide more freedom of movement.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  The choice is yours!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:242&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;With these tips and a little troubleshooting spirit,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you should be able to banish keyboard lag and get back to your typing mastery in no time.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Now go forth and conquer that email,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; meme,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; or whatever creative masterpiece awaits your fingertips!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/3755452951981058266/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-keyboard-input-lag-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/3755452951981058266'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/3755452951981058266'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-fix-keyboard-input-lag-windows-11.html' title='How To Fix Keyboard Input Lag Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520259502817583543.post-6773496161562648689</id><published>2024-07-06T03:26:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2024-07-06T03:26:47.494-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="PC"/><title type='text'>How To Move The Taskbar On Windows 11</title><content type='html'>&lt;div style=&#39;text-align: justify;&#39;&gt;&lt;message-content _ngcontent-ng-c3053319775=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;model-response-text ng-star-inserted&quot; _nghost-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; id=&quot;message-content-id-r_9d3b89038335257c&quot; style=&quot;height: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;div _ngcontent-ng-c4097217319=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;markdown markdown-main-panel&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot; style=&quot;--animation-duration: 600ms; --fade-animation-function: linear; --first-token-animation-duration: 600ms;&quot;&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;1:1-1:78&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Taskbar on the Move? Not Quite in Windows 11 (But We Can Help You Fake It!)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;3:1-3:53&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Ever felt like your taskbar in Windows 11 is stuck in a rut?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Like it&#39;s just begging to be on the top of the screen,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; chilling with the cool kids (the menus)?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Well,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; my friend,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ve come to the right place.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Because in the world of Windows 11,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; moving the taskbar around is about as likely as convincing your cat to wear a tiny sombrero.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;It just ain&#39;t happening.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;5:1-5:82&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;But fear not,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; fellow explorer of desktops!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  While we can&#39;t physically relocate our trusty taskbar,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; we can definitely spice things up with a little &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;customization magic&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;7:1-7:54&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Aligning Your Taskbar to Greatness (Well, Sort of)&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;9:1-9:242&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;While you can&#39;t move the house,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can rearrange the furniture,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Windows 11 offers you the option to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;change the alignment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; of your taskbar icons.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; So,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if that centered look just isn&#39;t doing it for you,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; here&#39;s how to shake things up:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-13:4&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;11:1-11:36&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Right-click&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; on your taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;12:1-12:64&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Look for the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Taskbar behaviors&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; option and click on it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;13:1-13:4&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;This will open your &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Settings&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; window.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Navigate to the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Personalization&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; section,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and then &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Taskbar.&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;14:1-15:0&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Under the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Taskbar behaviors&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; heading,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you&#39;ll see the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&quot;Taskbar alignment&quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; option.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Here you can choose between &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Left&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; or keeping it centered.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;16:1-16:156&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; While you&#39;re there,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; play around with the other taskbar settings!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; You can hide the taskbar automatically,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; group your taskbar buttons,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and more.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;18:1-18:67&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Third-Party Tools: The Risky (But Potentially Rewarding) Route&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;20:1-20:309&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Now,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if you&#39;re feeling a little adventurous,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; there are &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;third-party apps&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt; that claim to move the taskbar around in Windows 11.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; However,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; consider this a word to the wise:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;proceed with caution&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  These apps can sometimes cause instability with your system,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; so be sure to do your research before diving in.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;22:1-22:61&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;We recommend sticking with the built-in options for now.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3 data-sourcepos=&quot;24:1-24:50&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;So You&#39;re Stuck with a Centered Taskbar, Huh?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;26:1-26:143&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Not exactly stuck!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; While you can&#39;t physically move it,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can definitely give the illusion of movement with some creative desktop management.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-30:0&quot;&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;28:1-28:120&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Embrace the wallpaper:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Find a wallpaper that draws the eye away from the taskbar,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; making it seem less prominent.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-sourcepos=&quot;29:1-30:0&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Think vertical:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Utilize your taskbar for frequently used apps,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and organize the rest of your programs vertically on your desktop using folders or launchers.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;31:1-31:71&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Hey,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; if all else fails,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  who says a centered taskbar can&#39;t be stylish?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2 data-sourcepos=&quot;33:1-33:58&quot; class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Taskbar FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered (Quickly!)&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;35:1-35:50&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to change the taskbar color in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;37:1-37:119&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Head over to your Settings &amp;gt; Personalization &amp;gt; Colors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Here you can choose an accent color that will also be applied to your taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;39:1-39:42&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to hide the taskbar in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;41:1-41:138&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Navigate to Settings &amp;gt; Personalization &amp;gt; Taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;  Under Taskbar behaviors,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; you can toggle the option to &quot;Automatically hide the taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;43:1-43:56&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to make the taskbar icons smaller in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;45:1-45:134&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Right-click on the taskbar and select &quot;Taskbar settings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;  Under &quot;Taskbar behaviors,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot; you can choose between &quot;Small&quot; or &quot;Large&quot; icons.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;47:1-47:53&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to add programs to the taskbar in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;49:1-49:114&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Just find the program you want to add,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; right-click on its icon,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and select &quot;Show more options&quot; &amp;gt; &quot;Pin to taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;51:1-51:58&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to remove programs from the taskbar in Windows 11?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p data-sourcepos=&quot;53:1-53:79&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Right-click on the program icon in the taskbar and select &quot;Unpin from taskbar.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&quot;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/message-content&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.macos.tech/feeds/6773496161562648689/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-move-taskbar-on-windows-11.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/6773496161562648689'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2520259502817583543/posts/default/6773496161562648689'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://www.macos.tech/2024/07/how-to-move-taskbar-on-windows-11.html' title='How To Move The Taskbar On Windows 11'/><author><name>pcdroid13</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/04243981820075478667</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry></feed>

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