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tutorial How to use the Snipping Tool in Windows 11

How to use the Snipping Tool in Windows 11

In Windows 11, Microsoft offers an improved Snipping Tool app that promises to be better than previous versions. It’s a simple application that many people are familiar with already, yet some of its new features are worth looking into. That’s why, in this tutorial, I decided to show you how to screenshot on Windows 11, as well as record your screen with the Snipping

How to change the screenshot format on Android: PNG to JPG & back

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  • Radu Tyrsina
By default, the Android operating system saves all your screenshots using the PNG file format. But what if you want to change the screenshot format from PNG to JPG? Or what if your phone’s manufacturer changed this default behavior, and your new Android device stores screenshots as JPG files? You may then want to change the screenshot format from JPG to PNG. This tutorial shows how to switch the screenshot
tutorial How to use Windows 11’s Search

How to use Windows 11’s Search

Windows Search is a feature that has been around for more than 15 years, starting with the ancient Windows Vista. It has evolved and matured over the years, and in the latest iteration of Windows 11, it is (theoretically) simpler, faster, and more efficient than in previous versions. Furthermore, after the Moment 2 Update for Windows 11, Search now also offers us access to
tutorial How to view your shared folders in Windows (3 ways)

How to view your shared folders in Windows (3 ways)

Are you looking for an answer to the question: “Where can I see all the folders shared on my Windows computer or device?”. We thought it was a really good question, and we decided to answer it. There are three different alternatives to view your Windows shared folders: one using File Explorer, one using Computer Management, and one using the command line (Terminal, Command
article Windows 11 Moment 2 update is here: 7 essential enhancements!

Windows 11 Moment 2 update is here: 7 essential enhancements!

While Microsoft releases a major Windows 11 feature update every year, some people find this rhythm too slow. So, to keep the momentum going, Microsoft also launches smaller updates called Moments in the form of cumulative updates, which bring new features to Windows 11 users. We had a Moment 1 update for Windows 11 released in October 2022, and on February 28th, 2023, Microsoft
tutorial How to create Windows shortcuts with parameters

How to create Windows shortcuts with parameters

Did you know that both Windows 10 and Windows 11 allow you to change shortcuts by adding command-line parameters to them? Or that you can also make new shortcuts with arguments, having them open their target applications with some of their features turned on or off automatically? If you want to learn how to add launch options to executables using their shortcuts, read on:
tutorial How to cut, copy, and paste in Windows (all the shortcuts)

How to cut, copy, and paste in Windows (all the shortcuts)

The Cut, Copy, and Paste commands are essential tools when you work on a computer, and you find them everywhere in Windows. It’s simple to move things around if you know how to cut. Also, understanding how to copy and paste on Windows efficiently can drastically reduce the time you spend creating materials on your computer or device. This tutorial illustrates several methods to
article What's the best free file deletion software for Windows?

What's the best free file deletion software for Windows?

There are many ways to recover deleted files from hard drives. The deleted files are not necessarily lost forever, and with the appropriate programs, you can restore them. However, what if you want the opposite of that? Maybe you have some files that you want to erase forever. Maybe they contain sensitive information that you don’t want to be recovered. To permanently get rid
tutorial How to delete files in Windows (permanently or temporarily)

How to delete files in Windows (permanently or temporarily)

Whether it’s work-related documents and presentations or personal pictures and files, when you run out of space on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer or device, you must delete some of them. We all delete files regularly, and yet, not many of us know how the process works or that there is more than one way to delete files. If you want to
tutorial How to make a video smaller in Windows (5 methods)

How to make a video smaller in Windows (5 methods)

Do you have a video that you want to send to someone over the internet, but it is too big to do it via email, chat apps, or other similar services? Do you have to record your homework and upload it on an e-learning platform so that your teacher can grade you? You might stumble upon an annoying size limitation that doesn’t let you
tutorial How to screenshot on Android (5 ways)

How to screenshot on Android (5 ways)

You can take screenshots on Android devices in surprisingly different ways, depending on the manufacturer of your device and the Android interface available on it. However, a few methods work on all Android devices, no matter who makes them: Motorola, Google, Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo, POCO, realme, OnePlus, Honor, etc. Here’s how to take screenshots on Android phones and tablets, using methods that work the
tutorial How to take a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy (6 ways)

How to take a screenshot on Samsung Galaxy (6 ways)

Do you own a Samsung smartphone like the popular Galaxy A73 5G or Galaxy S22? Or maybe a Samsung tablet? While using your device, you may need to take screenshots from time to time: perhaps you want to save a high score you’ve reached in a game you like, keep a recipe you’ve found online, or capture an interesting conversation and share it with
tutorial Where are cookies stored in Windows? (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera)

Where are cookies stored in Windows? (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera)

Cookies are tiny files stored on your PC or device, which can be used by websites or web apps to tailor your online experience. That’s all nice and dandy, but where are cookies stored in Windows 10 and Windows 11? In the past, web browsers used to keep cookies in separate text files in the user’s folder or the browser’s installation directory. However, the
tutorial How to see and clear cookies in Opera and Opera GX

How to see and clear cookies in Opera and Opera GX

Most websites use cookies to store information about your visits and preferences. For example, cookies may be used for tracking purposes or for personalizing the ads displayed to match your interests. Do you use Opera or Opera GX? Do you want to view the cookies found in Opera or Opera GX and remove all or maybe just some of them? Do you want to
article 5 things you can do with the Windows Clock app

5 things you can do with the Windows Clock app

Introduced with Windows 11, the Clock app is now also included in Windows 10, replacing the old Alarms & Clock. However, despite its simple name, the Windows Clock app brings several improvements and the Focus sessions to help you concentrate on your daily tasks and increase productivity. This guide illustrates five things you can do with the Clock app for Windows 10 and Windows
tutorial 11 ways open Task Scheduler in Windows

11 ways open Task Scheduler in Windows

Do you want to schedule Windows to perform certain tasks at specific intervals or display a message when something happens on your PC? Well, to do that, you need the Task Scheduler. And to use it, you must first know how to access it. If you want a complete roundup of all the ways to open Task Scheduler, including using the Run window or
tutorial How to use Focus sessions in the Windows Clock app

How to use Focus sessions in the Windows Clock app

When opening the Clock app in Windows 10 and Windows 11, the Focus sessions tab is the first thing that shows up. Seeing how we are always bombarded with notifications, reminders, chat messages, and calls, the Windows Focus sessions feature helps you set time aside to concentrate on what’s important. On top of minimizing distractions, you can use the Focus sessions in Windows 11
tutorial How to turn off SmartScreen in Windows

How to turn off SmartScreen in Windows

The SmartScreen filter, Windows SmartScreen, or the Windows Defender SmartScreen are the same protection feature, with different names, depending on the Windows version you’re using. While it helps protect your computer from malicious files, apps, and websites, some users consider it annoying and want to disable it. If you want to turn off the SmartScreen filter, here’s how it’s done: IMPORTANT NOTE: Disabling
tutorial What is a disk image file (ISO, IMG, NRG, BIN, etc.)?

What is a disk image file (ISO, IMG, NRG, BIN, etc.)?

Have you encountered the terms disk image or ISO image? You may have heard them from a tech-savvy friend who has a huge library of disks (CDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray disks), but he or she doesn’t appear to use any of them, at least not regularly. Well, that friend of yours most likely has created disk images of all the optical disks he or she
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