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tutorial How to rewrite text with Notepad using AI in Windows 11

How to rewrite text with Notepad using AI in Windows 11

Microsoft is busy infusing many of its Windows apps with features based on artificial intelligence (AI). One of the apps that now benefits from AI is Notepad, but only in Windows 11. Starting in November 2024, Microsoft has added a Rewrite function in Notepad, which helps users improve their writing with the assistance of a sophisticated AI model called GPT. This model can rephrase
tutorial How to use Airplane mode on Android & Samsung Galaxy devices

How to use Airplane mode on Android & Samsung Galaxy devices

Airplane mode is more than a simple travel setting on your devices. It's a useful feature that can help you respect flight regulations, save battery, and sometimes resolve network issues. Whether you're a frequent traveler, tech enthusiast, or someone seeking digital peace, understanding how to use Airplane mode can be helpful. In this guide, I walk you through everything you need to know about
tutorial How to turn on and turn off Dark Mode on an iPhone

How to turn on and turn off Dark Mode on an iPhone

The Dark Mode on an iPhone is a popular feature that uses a darker color palette for the iOS apps and interface, offering a sleek and visually appealing experience. Furthermore, the iPhone Dark Mode can reduce eye strain, especially in low-light environments, and even help conserve battery life on devices with OLED screens. If you’re wondering how to turn on Dark Mode on an
tutorial How to install Windows 11 for free

How to install Windows 11 for free

The latest update for Windows 11, version 24H2, is now available for download and installation. This update introduces numerous features and improvements, including a new setup wizard. Consequently, the procedure for installing Windows 11 has changed, offering different options for partitioning your computer and a new personalization wizard. If you need assistance downloading and installing Windows 11, whether from a USB drive, DVD, or
tutorial How to find my Apple device(s)

How to find my Apple device(s)

Whether it’s your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or some other gadget, losing an Apple device can be a stressful experience. Thankfully, Apple provides powerful tools to help you track and recover your gadgets. It doesn’t matter if your Apple device is lost between the couch cushions or if you left it at a coffee shop. You can use the Find My app on any
tutorial How to change permissions and take ownership of files and folders in Windows

How to change permissions and take ownership of files and folders in Windows

Switching to a new operating system or moving your data can sometimes cause frustrating problems when trying to access your files and folders. This usually happens because your current user account doesn’t have ownership or the correct permissions for those files and folders. To overcome such issues, in this guide, I’ll help you understand how to see, change permissions, and take ownership of files
tutorial How to check the Microsoft Edge version you’re using

How to check the Microsoft Edge version you’re using

In recent years, Microsoft Edge has evolved into a compelling browser, gaining popularity for its innovative features and robust performance. With features like vertical tabs, workspaces, seamless Copilot integration, energy efficiency, and cross-platform compatibility (spanning Windows, Android, and iOS), Edge has become the main web browser for many users. If you are using Microsoft Edge and are unsure whether you have the latest version,
tutorial How to open Photos in Windows (9 ways)

How to open Photos in Windows (9 ways)

Navigating through your digital photos should be one of the easiest things to do. Fortunately, the Photos app in Windows 10 and Windows 11 is designed to make that happen. It doesn’t matter if you want to see, organize, or edit your pictures, you can do it with this app’s user-friendly interface and handy tools. If you’ve ever found yourself asking “Where is the
tutorial How to add or remove the seconds from the Windows 11 clock

How to add or remove the seconds from the Windows 11 clock

Some people want their Windows 11 clock to show the seconds, not just the hours and minutes, as it does by default. This wasn’t possible in the initial version of Windows 11, but Microsoft added this feature in an update released in July 2023. Then, the company changed how you can add the seconds to the Windows clock, when Windows 11 version 24H2 came
tutorial The iPhone Control Center: All you need to know

The iPhone Control Center: All you need to know

The Control Center on your iPhone is a powerful tool designed for quick and effortless access to your device’s essential settings and features. In iOS 18, Apple redesigned the Control Center. It now has a new look with rounder buttons, and it includes even more helpful options you can use. Furthermore, almost everything about it can be easily customized, from its number of pages
tutorial How to turn off the NVIDIA overlay (Alt + Z)

How to turn off the NVIDIA overlay (Alt + Z)

Do you own an NVIDIA GeForce graphics card and find yourself greeted by the “Press Alt + Z to open NVIDIA Overlay” message every time you launch a game? If you're looking to turn off the NVIDIA overlay message, you’ve come to the right place. In this tutorial, I explain what the NVIDIA overlay does and show you how to turn it off, so
tutorial Delivery Optimization: How to get Windows updates faster

Delivery Optimization: How to get Windows updates faster

Traditionally, Windows updates were downloaded straight from Microsoft’s servers to your PC. This meant Microsoft had to have a huge infrastructure to deliver updates to millions of users worldwide, and sometimes, the speed of downloading updates was frustratingly slow. To improve the situation, Microsoft developed a feature called Delivery Optimization. Available in Windows 10 and Windows 11, it allows your computer(s) to grab updates
tutorial How to configure and test your microphone in Windows 11

How to configure and test your microphone in Windows 11

If you want to benefit from clear and high-quality audio during voice calls, video conferences, audio recordings, or while streaming content online, you need to configure and test your microphone. The good news is that Windows 11 gives you all the settings and tools you need to test your microphone, adjust mic sensitivity, and boost your microphone volume. In this guide, I’ll show how
tutorial How to enter the UEFI BIOS from Windows 10 (7 ways)

How to enter the UEFI BIOS from Windows 10 (7 ways)

Do you need to know how to access UEFI (BIOS) on your computer, because you want or need to adjust hardware settings, manage your boot devices, or maybe even overclock your processor? If you’re wondering how to enter BIOS on a Windows 10 device, know that there are several ways to do so. In this tutorial, I’ll show you all the different methods I
tutorial How to configure and test your microphone in Windows 10

How to configure and test your microphone in Windows 10

If you need to join voice calls or video conferences, or if you want to make recordings or stream content online, you have to set up your microphone. Moreover, to ensure clear, high-quality audio during such activities, you must also test your microphone. Windows 10 lets you control your microphone settings, allowing you to adjust microphone sensitivity and boost volume. In this guide, I’ll
tutorial How to open UEFI (BIOS) from Windows 11 (7 ways)

How to open UEFI (BIOS) from Windows 11 (7 ways)

Do you have a Windows 11 computer or device and don’t know how to access the UEFI or BIOS settings? Are you facing issues with your PC, like booting or hardware configuration problems, that you think can be repaired from there? Are there performance tweaks you’d like to make in the UEFI (BIOS)? Whether you need to enter UEFI/BIOS to troubleshoot your computer or
tutorial How to use BSOD QR codes in Windows

How to use BSOD QR codes in Windows

QR codes have a mixed reputation. Some users and companies find them useful, while others are wary of potential risks. Regardless of your opinion on them, if you’re using Windows 10 or Windows 11 and encounter a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), you may notice a QR code. This feature is theoretically designed to help you understand what caused the BSOD and how to