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Some shortcuts aren’t as famous, but they’re incredibly useful once you discover them. These are simple but powerful. Especially Windows + V, which lets you paste from your clipboard history — a huge time-saver if you copy text or links often.
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Multitasking is much easier when you know how to snap windows side-by-side. If you’re on Windows 11, you can also hold Windows + Z to open the Snap Layouts menu — it lets you neatly organize 2, 3, or even 4 apps on your screen. Once you get used to snapping windows with the keyboard,…
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File Explorer is where most of us spend a lot of time — opening folders, copying files, renaming documents. But instead of clicking endlessly, you can use shortcuts to do it all faster. Here are the most useful ones: Try using these for a day and you’ll feel the difference — File Explorer suddenly becomes…
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Did you know you can make your own shortcuts in Windows? It’s easy and extremely useful for apps you open daily. Right-click any app icon → Properties → go to the Shortcut tab.In the “Shortcut key” field, press a key combination like Ctrl + Alt + M, and it instantly becomes your custom shortcut. From…
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The Start menu is your main control center. Windows lets you pin apps, resize tiles, and group shortcuts for quick access. With a personalized Start menu, you can open apps and check info in seconds without scrolling or searching. Over time, this small adjustment makes daily navigation much smoother.
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Your taskbar is more than just a bar at the bottom of the screen — it’s a productivity hub. Tips for taskbar organization: For power users, pressing Windows + T lets you cycle through taskbar apps without touching the mouse — a simple shortcut that saves a surprising amount of time. A well-organized taskbar keeps…
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Your desktop is the first thing you see every day — why not make it work for you? Windows lets you customize backgrounds, colors, and themes to create a workspace that’s both functional and inspiring. To start, go to Settings → Personalization. Here you can: A clean, personalized desktop isn’t just for aesthetics — it…
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Windows comes with a hidden toolbox full of automated troubleshooters — built to detect and fix common issues without requiring tech expertise. Go to Settings → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters.You’ll find specific tools for: Just click Run next to the area you’re having trouble with. Windows will diagnose the issue, apply fixes, and…
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We’ve all had moments when an update or app breaks something on our PC. That’s where System Restore comes in — a lifesaver that lets you roll back your computer to a previous working state. To open it, type “Create a restore point” in the Start menu and click the System Protection tab.If protection is…
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Windows Widgets provide a quick glance at the things you care about — news, weather, calendar, tasks, and even stocks. Open Widgets by pressing Windows + W, or click the widgets icon on the taskbar. You can: Widgets are subtle, lightweight, and constantly updated. If you check your schedule or weather multiple times a day,…