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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3863 (Beta Channel)
Winsage
April 11, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3863 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3863 (KB5055613) has been released to the Beta Channel for Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as natural language search functionality in the Windows search box for Copilot+ PCs, allowing users to find settings easily. Additionally, the Narrator feature has been enhanced to provide detailed descriptions of images for accessibility. Other updates include improvements to widgets, fixes for issues in Settings, File Explorer, Taskbar, Desktop Icons, Input, and Graphics. Known issues include non-functionality of Quick Assist for non-administrator users and problems with the Windows Recovery Environment. Users can provide feedback through the Feedback Hub.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5160 (Beta Channel)
Winsage
March 31, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5160 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5160 (KB5053654) has been released for the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 23H2. Windows 11, version 24H2 is also available as an optional upgrade for Insiders in the Beta Channel. New features include: - A speech recap feature in Narrator that allows users to track and reference spoken content, with a history of the last 500 strings spoken. Users can access this feature using keyboard shortcuts. - Copilot on Windows can now be launched with Win + C, and users can customize their Copilot key. It includes a press-to-talk feature for voice interaction. - The Windows share window has been enhanced to allow quick editing options for images, including cropping and applying filters. - A new FAQs section has been added to the Settings > System > About page to provide users with quick answers about their PC. Fixes include resolving delays in app icons appearing in the Start menu and updating the logic for desktop app icons to enhance visibility. Known issues include a flashing context menu in the Start menu and a crash issue with Narrator that can be resolved by restarting the PC. Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel will receive updates based on Windows 11, version 23H2 through an enablement package, and features are rolled out gradually using Controlled Feature Rollout technology.
100+ run commands that can help you work efficiently on Windows
Winsage
February 18, 2025

100+ run commands that can help you work efficiently on Windows

Windows 11 and 10 provide run commands that streamline workflow by allowing quick access to various system tools, applications, settings, and diagnostic features. Administrative Tools: - compmgmt.msc: Opens Computer Management. - devmgmt.msc: Launches Device Manager. - diskmgmt.msc: Opens Disk Management. - services.msc: Manages background services. - eventvwr.msc: Opens Event Viewer. - secpol.msc: Opens Local Security Policy. - regedit: Opens Registry Editor. - taskschd.msc: Opens Task Scheduler. - gpedit.msc: Opens Group Policy Editor (Pro & Enterprise). System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: - msinfo32: Opens System Information. - dxdiag: Launches DirectX Diagnostic Tool. - verifier: Opens Driver Verifier Manager. - resmon: Opens Resource Monitor. - perfmon: Opens Performance Monitor. - mdsched: Runs Windows Memory Diagnostic. - msdt: Opens Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool. - dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth: Repairs Windows image. - sfc /scannow: Scans and repairs system files. - chkdsk: Runs Check Disk. - winver: Checks Windows version. - cleanmgr: Opens Disk Cleanup. File and Storage Management: - cleanmgr: Launches Disk Cleanup. - dfrgui: Opens Disk Defragmenter. - chkdsk: Checks and repairs disk errors. - diskpart: Opens Disk Partition utility. - onedrive: Opens OneDrive folder. - shell:AppsFolder: Opens all apps folder. - wab: Opens Windows contacts folder. - explorer: Opens File Explorer. - recent: Opens recent files and folders. - documents: Opens Documents folder. - downloads: Opens Downloads folder. - favorites: Opens Favorites folder. - pictures: Opens Pictures folder. - videos: Opens Videos folder. - %AppData%: Opens App Data folder. - debug: Accesses Debug folder. - backup: Opens backup folder. - %systemdrive%: Opens system drive. Security and Maintenance: - firewall.cpl: Opens Windows Defender Firewall. - wf.msc: Launches Firewall with advanced security. - ms-settings:windowsdefender: Opens Windows Security. - sigverif: Verifies file signatures. - verifier: Checks driver integrity. - msconfig: Opens System Configuration. - sfc /scannow: Runs system file checker. - dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth: Repairs Windows image. Launching Apps: - notepad: Opens Notepad. - calc: Launches Calculator. - snippingtool: Opens Snipping Tool. - mspaint: Opens Microsoft Paint. - winword: Starts Microsoft Word. - excel: Opens Microsoft Excel. - chrome: Launches Google Chrome. - msedge: Opens Microsoft Edge. - control: Opens Control Panel. - explorer: Opens File Explorer. - powerpnt: Opens Microsoft PowerPoint. - firefox: Opens Mozilla Firefox. - wmplayer: Opens Windows Media Player. - msra: Opens Windows Remote Assistance. - outlook: Opens Microsoft Outlook. Navigating Settings: - ms-settings: Opens main Settings app. - ms-settings:network: Opens network & internet settings. - ms-settings:display: Opens display settings. - ms-settings:personalization: Opens personalization settings. - ms-settings:windowsupdate: Opens Windows Update settings. - ms-settings:privacy: Opens Privacy settings. - ms-settings:bluetooth: Opens Bluetooth settings. - ms-settings:devices: Opens Devices settings. - ms-settings:system: Opens System settings. - ms-settings:accounts: Opens Accounts settings. - ms-settings:timeandlanguage: Opens Time & Language settings. - ms-settings:gaming: Opens Gaming settings. - ms-settings:region: Opens Region settings. - ms-settings:optionalfeatures: Opens Optional Features settings. - ms-settings:storage: Opens Storage settings. - ms-settings:notifications: Opens Notifications settings. - ms-settings:taskbar: Opens Taskbar settings. - ms-settings:start: Opens Start Menu settings. - ms-settings:lockscreen: Opens Lock Screen settings. Network and Connectivity: - ncpa.cpl: Opens Network Connections. - ipconfig: Displays IP configuration. - ping: Tests network connectivity. - control netconnections: Opens Network and Sharing Center. - ms-settings:network-wifi: Opens Wi-Fi settings. - ms-settings:datausage: View data usage. - ms-settings:network-vpn: Manage VPN. - ms-settings:network-proxy: Configures proxy settings. Display and Appearance: - desk.cpl: Opens Display Settings. - control color: Customizes window colors. - dpiscaling: Opens display scaling settings. - ms-settings:personalization: Opens Personalization settings. - ms-settings:themes: Changes desktop themes. - ms-settings:display-advanced: Adjusts advanced display settings. Accessibility: - magnify: Opens Magnifier. - narrator: Launches Narrator. - osk: Opens on-screen keyboard. - utilman: Opens Ease of Access Center. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-display: Opens display accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-cursor: Opens cursor accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-mouse: Opens mouse accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-keyboard: Opens keyboard accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-narrator: Opens narrator accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-magnifier: Opens magnifier accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter: Opens color filter accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-highcontrast: Opens high contrast accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-closedcaptioning: Opens closed captioning accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-audio: Opens audio accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-eyecontrol: Opens eye control accessibility settings. - ms-settings:easeofaccess-mousepointer: Opens mouse pointer accessibility settings. Power Management: - powercfg.cpl: Opens Power Options. - ms-settings:powersleep: Adjusts power and sleep settings. - powercfg /batteryreport: Generates a battery report. - powercfg /energy: Creates an energy efficiency report. - powercfg /hibernate: Enables or disables hibernation. - powercfg /deviceenablewake: Enables a device to wake the computer. - powercfg /devicedisablewake: Disables a device from waking the computer.
How to Make Your Windows 11 PC Look Like Pixel UI [Easily]
Winsage
October 24, 2024

How to Make Your Windows 11 PC Look Like Pixel UI [Easily]

Windows 11's user interface can be customized to resemble the minimalist Pixel phone interface using Rainmeter and the MD3 skin package. To achieve this, users need to install Rainmeter, download the MD3 Basic version from GitHub, and follow specific steps to extract and install the skin. Customization includes adjusting the Taskbar settings, enabling auto-hide, hiding desktop icons, and selecting styles for the Taskbar and widgets. The MD3 skin allows for the addition of various widgets like Clock, Date, Weather, and Music, enhancing the desktop experience with a Pixel-inspired aesthetic.
6 Windows 11 performance trick you shouldn't bother trying
Winsage
October 12, 2024

6 Windows 11 performance trick you shouldn’t bother trying

- Hiding desktop icons does not significantly impact the performance of modern computers. - Disabling visual effects in Windows 11 yields minimal performance improvements on modern hardware. - Cleaning up temporary files is beneficial for managing storage space but does not drastically enhance performance unless storage is nearly full. - Defragmentation is unnecessary for SSDs, as Windows 11 automatically optimizes them. - Core parking conserves power without significantly affecting performance, and modern processors can quickly wake unused cores. - Cleaning the Windows registry has minimal impact on performance and can lead to software malfunctions.
How to set up a senior-friendly Windows computer
Winsage
September 28, 2024

How to set up a senior-friendly Windows computer

Seniors can enhance their experience on a Windows computer by making several adjustments: 1. Customize the display for better visibility: - Adjust the text size: Press Win + I, navigate to Accessibility > Text size, and use the slider to increase text size. - Modify the screen resolution: Open Settings (Win + I), go to System > Display, and select a comfortable display resolution. 2. Simplify navigation: - Pin programs to the taskbar: Pin essential applications to the taskbar or Start menu and disable unnecessary startup programs. 3. Optimize the mouse and keyboard: - Adjust mouse settings by navigating to Bluetooth & devices > Mouse in the Settings app to customize pointer size or color. 4. Adjust the security settings: - Install antivirus software, enable Windows Defender, and regularly review security settings in the Windows Security app.
Why 'debloating' Windows is a bad idea (and what to do instead)
Winsage
August 31, 2024

Why ‘debloating’ Windows is a bad idea (and what to do instead)

The term "debloater" refers to utilities aimed at enhancing Windows performance, with 397 repositories found on GitHub offering various scripts and applications for this purpose. Complaints about "bloat" in Windows have existed for years, and while some debloating tools can remove unwanted applications and modify settings, modern PCs often see only marginal benefits from these changes. Users have reported issues such as disruptions to sleep mode and system malfunctions from popular debloating scripts, and there is a risk of introducing malware. Safe strategies for optimizing Windows include removing unwanted apps from the Start menu, uninstalling unused applications, reducing tracking, and disabling unwanted startup apps. Windows generally manages resource usage effectively, and high memory usage does not always indicate inefficiency. Caution is advised when installing third-party software to avoid performance issues.
The compact Xbox Game Bar is fine, but I hope it’s not a Windows handheld bandage
Winsage
August 15, 2024

The compact Xbox Game Bar is fine, but I hope it’s not a Windows handheld bandage

Microsoft has introduced a compact version of the Xbox Game Bar, currently available to Xbox Insider program members, aimed at enhancing usability on portable devices. This update is designed to assist gaming handhelds like the Asus ROG Ally by providing a streamlined way to adjust settings and launch games without navigating the Windows desktop. The compact Game Bar offers quick access to features such as screenshots, social interactions, and audio controls, with an optimized interface for smaller screens. It allows users to launch main storefront applications and tools like Armoury Crate, although it still requires navigating through multiple screens to reach games. The performance tab lacks the ability to pin on-screen in compact mode, limiting its utility compared to competitors like the Steam Deck. Overall, the compact Game Bar is seen as a basic update rather than a significant innovation in the handheld gaming experience.
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