How-To Geek - Windows

Windows 11 Will Show New Photos From Your Phone

Corbin Davenport — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:01:30 GMT

Windows PCs can link to an iPhone or Android device for notification mirroring, easy file transfers, texting, and other features. Microsoft is now testing another feature: automatic notifications for new photos and screenshots.

How to Fix Microphone Not Working in Discord on Windows

Mahesh Makvana — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:00:13 GMT

If your microphone has stopped working in Discord on Windows, ensure the device isn’t physically damaged. If it looks good, your app or your system might have a glitch, causing the problem. We’ll offer a few solutions to resolve it.

How to Use Your Android Device as a Speaker on Windows

Shan Abdul — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:15:13 GMT

Experiencing issues with the speakers on your computer? Want to use your Android phone as an audio output device? Windows currently does not have a built-in feature to allow this, but you can use a third-party app, AudioRelay. Here's how to turn your Android phone into a speaker.

How to Transfer Installed Programs to Another Drive in Windows 11

Shan Abdul — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 17:00:13 GMT

Running out of storage space on a drive and considering moving some games or apps to another location? Or have you accidentally installed a game on the wrong drive and want to move it? Fortunately, relocating apps and programs between drives is super easy. We'll show you how to do just that.

How to Manage a Printer in Windows 10

Chris Hoffman — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:30:13 GMT

Windows 10 has a new Settings window for configuring printers, but you can still use the old Control Panel tools, too. Here's what you need to know about installing, configuring, sharing, and troubleshooting printers on Windows.

How to Pin a Website to the Windows 10 Taskbar or Start Menu

Joel Cornell — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:00:13 GMT

In Google Chrome, click the three vertical dots, then navigate to Save and Share > Create Shortcut.

How to Take a Screenshot with a Visible Mouse Cursor in Windows 10

Pranay Parab — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:00:13 GMT

It's easy to take screenshots in Windows 10. However, you can't grab a screenshot that includes your mouse cursor in the image unless you use a workaround or a third-party tool. We'll show you how to do both.

8 Things to Do If a Keyboard Shortcut Is Not Working On Windows 11

Chifundo Kasiya — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:00:13 GMT

Keyboard shortcuts are time savers. They help you open menus and perform actions by pressing a few buttons instead of clicking on several on-screen elements. That's why your productivity can take a hit when the shortcuts stop working on Windows 11.

How to Find Hidden Startup Programs Slowing Down Your Windows PC

Efam Harris — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:15:13 GMT

Is your computer taking longer than usual to boot up, or do programs load slowly? This could be caused by hidden applications that launch automatically on system boot and use up significant CPU resources—many are legitimate, but sometimes unnecessary. Here's how to find these applications and speed up your computer.

Can’t Connect a Windows Device to Your Phone's Hotspot? Try These Tips to Fix It

Shan Abdul — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 18:00:13 GMT

Is your Windows device not connecting to your phone's hotspot? Or does it consistently disconnect after you connect it? Issues such as outdated network drivers, misconfigured network settings, a limit set on data usage, and more could cause this problem. Don't worry; we have some easy and simple fixes to help you resolve this issue.