Windows 10
Tips and tricks for Windows 10 Desktop.
Learn the best tweaks and tricks, hidden features, settings and more.
How to set Google as a default search engine for Microsoft Edge
January 24, 2017 | DiyanHow to change the default search engine in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile uses Bing as a default search engine, and you can simply search the Internet by entering the phrase in the … Read More
How to add another user account in Windows 10
January 17, 2017 | MichaelHow to add a family member of someone else to your PC
Creating a secondary account for your Windows 10 PC is recommended when a member of your family or someone else have an access to your PC. By … Read More
How to reset Windows apps from the Settings menu
January 14, 2017 | MichaelHow to fix problems with apps not working right
In Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile*, Microsoft allows you to quickly reset an app and delete its data, preferences and sign-in details without needing to uninstall and reinstall that … Read More
How to change ‘Active Hours’ and install updates while not using the device
January 6, 2017 | DiyanAutomatically schedule restarts outside of active hours
As Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile automatically download and install cumulative updates, and you can’t prevent them from being installed, it’s a good idea to set ‘Active Hours’ so that your … Read More
How to download offline Maps in Windows 10
January 4, 2017 | Windows Phone AreaGet directions even without an Internet connection
In Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile you could use the ‘Maps’ app even without a connection to the Internet, get directions, explore specific areas in a country, and more. All you … Read More
How to Pause Updates on Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile
January 3, 2017 | DiyanCreators Update will allow you to temporarily pause cumulative updates
Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile both receive monthly cumulative updates with security patches, bug fixes and performance improvements. Right now, these cumulative updates are mandatory – you can’t … Read More
How to use a Picture password or PIN to sign in to Windows 10
December 16, 2016 | Windows Phone AreaUse a favorite photo or a PIN to log into Windows and apps
By default, Windows 10 prompts you to enter an account password to log in. However, there are other ways to sign in to Windows, apps and … Read More
How to sync SMS with Skype between PC and Mobile
December 15, 2016 | Windows Phone AreaConnect Skype UWP across Windows 10 devices
Skype, the Universal Windows app for Windows 10, can replace your default SMS app on Mobile, and you can sync your SMS messages with the Windows 10 PC. To sync SMS across … Read More
How to add a Live Tile clock on the Start Screen
December 5, 2016 | DiyanPin Live Tiles with clocks without installing any app
There are many third-party clock apps for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile, allowing you to pin a Live Tile with a clock on your Start Screen. However, most of … Read More
How to change the default apps in Windows 10
December 1, 2016 | MichaelChoose default apps on Windows 10
Sometimes, you may have more than one application to open certain file types on your PC. Windows 10 occasionally asks you to choose an app to open a file by bringing up a … Read More
How to hide system app icons from the Windows 10’s Taskbar
November 25, 2016 | MichaelPersonalize your system tray in Windows 10
Having too many icons on the taskbar could be distracting, especially if you rely on the default settings and see system icons you don’t actually want to see. With Windows 10 … Read More
How to use Mouse Gestures in Windows 10 with Microsoft Edge
November 21, 2016 | MichaelStart using mouse gestures with a new extension
With Windows 10 and the Microsoft Edge browser, you can finally use extensions and add some extra functionalities to the default Windows browser. All these extensions can be downloaded directly … Read More