Learn how to improve Windows PC performance if your device is running slowly.

This automatic setting helps make sure your screen is readable wherever you go. Even if you use it, you can still move the Brightness slider to fine-tune the brightness level for the built-in display.

Sleep uses very little power, your PC starts up faster, and you’re instantly back to where you left off. You don’t have to worry that you'll lose your work because of your battery draining because Windows …

If you're using a Miracast dongle or adapter, make sure it's plugged in to the display. Press the Windows logo key + K, then select the display you'd like to cast to from the list of available devices.

Oct 14, 2025 · Changing the desktop background is a simple yet effective way to personalize your Windows device and make it feel more like your own. Whether you prefer a serene landscape, a …

Oct 14, 2025 · Resetting your PC in Windows is a powerful feature that allows you to restore your device to its original state, which can be useful whether you're experiencing performance issues, software …

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When a new message arrives in Outlook for Windows, a short sound plays. The sound can be turned off or changed to any .wav audio file on your computer. Change the sound in Windows using Control …

To connect every time you sign in to your PC, select Reconnect at sign-in. Note: If you can't connect to a network drive or folder, the computer you're trying to connect to might be turned off, or you might not …

To make the pointer easier to find when its being moved, under Visibility, select the Display pointer trails check box. If desired, move the slider toward Short or Long to decrease or increase the length of the …