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April 1, 2026

Microsoft teases Windows 11’s vertical taskbar — then deletes the video

Users will soon be able to reposition the taskbar along any edge of their screen in Windows 11, a feature similar to macOS. This functionality was hinted at in Microsoft's roadmap and briefly showcased in a now-removed video. The taskbar can currently be moved by dragging, but the new feature aims to refine this process. Microsoft has not confirmed if the right-click method demonstrated will be the final implementation, as the finalized version is expected to integrate with the Settings app. Additionally, users will have the option to resize the taskbar, which currently cannot be adjusted in physical dimensions. Microsoft executives have also discussed upcoming features like dark mode and updates to legacy UI elements.

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March 25, 2026

The 73 Essential Windows 11 Tricks That’ll Save You Hours Every Week

Windows 11 is designed for efficiency and speed, featuring numerous keyboard shortcuts and macros that enhance productivity. Key shortcuts include: - Basic Shortcuts: - Ctrl + A: Select all items - Ctrl + C or Ctrl + Insert: Copy - Ctrl + V or Shift + Insert: Paste - Ctrl + X: Cut - Ctrl + Z: Undo - Ctrl + Y: Redo - Ctrl + N: Open new File Explorer window - Windows key + F1: Open Bing search for help - Alt + F4: Close current app - Alt + Tab: Switch between apps - Shift + Delete: Permanently delete item - Start Menu and Taskbar Shortcuts: - Windows key or Ctrl + Esc: Open Start menu - Windows key + X: Open secret Start menu - Windows key + T: Cycle through taskbar apps - Windows key + [Number]: Open pinned app - Windows key + Alt + [Number]: Open right-click menu for pinned app - Windows key + D: Show/hide desktop - Screenshots Shortcuts: - PrtScn: Screenshot to clipboard - Windows key + PrtScn: Save screenshot to folder - Windows key + Shift + S: Open Snipping Tool - Emoji Shortcuts: - Windows key + .: Open emoji keyboard - Desktop Shortcuts: - Windows key + M: Minimize all windows - Windows key + Shift + M: Restore minimized windows - Windows key + Up arrow: Maximize window - Windows key + Left arrow: Snap window left - Windows key + Tab: Open Task view - Shortcuts Using the Windows Key: - Windows key + A: Open Action Center - Windows key + I: Open Settings - Windows key + L: Lock computer - Shortcuts Using the F Keys: - F2: Rename item - F3: Search in File Explorer - F5: Refresh active window - Command Prompt Shortcuts: - Ctrl + C or Ctrl + Insert: Copy text - Ctrl + V or Shift + Insert: Paste text - Ctrl + A: Select all text on current line

Winsage

June 14, 2025

Windows 11 users want these five features back

Windows 11 users have expressed significant dissatisfaction with several features, as reflected in the Microsoft Feedback Hub, where requests continue to gather thousands of votes. 1. Users want the ability to move the taskbar to the top and sides of the screen, with a post receiving 24,046 votes and 2,086 comments. 2. Many users wish to turn off the Recommended section in the Start menu, which has 17,479 votes and 794 comments. 3. There is a request for Windows search to allow users to choose their preferred search provider, garnering 11,007 votes and 101 comments. 4. Users have criticized the high CPU/Processor requirements for Windows 11, with 8,483 votes and 1,025 comments supporting this feedback. 5. There is a demand for the taskbar to support never combining app icons and hiding labels, reflecting dissatisfaction with the current implementation. These five requests alone account for over 75,000 votes, indicating a strong desire for improvements in Windows 11.

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.

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September 3, 2024

Become a Windows 11 Master With These 73 Essential Keyboard Shortcuts

Mastering keyboard shortcuts in Windows 11 enhances efficiency and transforms tasks into seamless operations. Basic Shortcuts: - Ctrl + A: Select all items in a window. - Ctrl + C or Ctrl + Insert: Copy selected items. - Ctrl + V or Shift + Insert: Paste selected items. - Ctrl + X: Cut selected items. - Ctrl + Z: Undo the previous action. - Ctrl + Y: Redo the last action. - Ctrl + N: Open a new File Explorer window. - Windows key + F1: Open help search in the browser. - Alt + F4: Close the current app or window. - Alt + Tab: Switch between open apps or windows. - Shift + Delete: Permanently delete the selected item. Start Menu and Taskbar Shortcuts: - Windows key or Ctrl + Esc: Open the Start menu. - Windows key + X: Access the secret Start menu. - Windows key + T: Cycle through pinned apps on the taskbar. - Windows key + [Number]: Open the app pinned in the corresponding taskbar position. - Windows key + Alt + [Number]: Open the right-click menu for the pinned app. - Windows key + D: Show or hide the desktop. Screenshots Shortcuts: - PrtScn: Capture the entire screen to clipboard. - Windows key + PrtScn: Save a screenshot of the desktop to a folder. - Windows key + Shift + S: Open the Snipping Tool. Desktop Shortcuts: - Windows key + M: Minimize all open windows. - Windows key + Shift + M: Restore minimized windows. - Windows key + Home: Minimize all windows except the active one. - Windows key + Up arrow: Maximize the selected window. - Windows key + Shift + Up arrow: Maximize the active window vertically. - Windows key + Down arrow: Minimize the selected window. - Windows key + Left arrow: Snap the selected window to the left. - Windows key + Right arrow: Snap the selected window to the right. - Windows key + Tab: Open Task view. - Windows key + Ctrl + D: Add a new virtual desktop. - Windows key + Ctrl + Right arrow: Move to the next virtual desktop. - Windows key + Ctrl + Left arrow: Move to the previous virtual desktop. - Windows key + Ctrl + F4: Close the current virtual desktop. Windows Key Shortcuts: - Windows key + A: Open the Action Center. - Windows key + S: Open Cortana in text mode. - Windows key + E: Open File Explorer. - Windows key + I: Open Settings. - Windows key + L: Lock your computer. - Windows key + R: Open the Run window. F Keys Shortcuts: - F2: Rename a selected item. - F3: Search for files in File Explorer. - F4: Highlight the address bar in File Explorer. - F5: Refresh the active window. - F6: Cycle through elements in a window. Command Prompt Shortcuts: - Ctrl + C or Ctrl + Insert: Copy selected text. - Ctrl + V or Shift + Insert: Paste copied text. - Ctrl + A: Select all text on the current line. - Ctrl + Up or Down: Move the screen one line up or down. - Ctrl + F: Search Command Prompt via the Find window.

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June 11, 2024

Windows 10 (KB5039211 / KB5039217 / KB5039214 / KB5039225) June 2024 Patch Tuesday out

After installing the update dated April 9, 2024, or later, Windows devices using more than one monitor may experience issues with desktop icons moving unexpectedly between monitors.