Tag: windows 11

When you start your PC it’s not uncommon to find that some apps load automatically and start running in the background.  The thing is that you might not want some of these apps to run, and on slower PCs and laptops, startup apps could even…

Microsoft Windows has always been a very customisable and configurable operating system, and Windows 11 is no exception.  One useful personalisation option is themes, which come in both light and dark flavours. Some people find that dark mode in Windows 11 is much easier to see…

People love using emojis to spice up their conversation, or even to replace text conversations altogether.  Windows 11 lets you add emojis to your messages, emails and documents really easily, but it’s also capable of much more, from animated GIF images, to currency and international…

Sometimes you find that audio and music isn’t playing, or isn’t playing in the correct device on your PC.  This might be because you have plugged in a monitor which includes its own speakers, and Windows thinks that you want to play your audio through…

Windows 11 includes a Quick Settings panel that allows you to access commonly used features and settings with just a couple of clicks.  You can access it by clicking the Network and Volume icons on the right side of the desktop Taskbar.  This displays the Quick Settings panel.…

Just as happens with our smartphones, we also get notifications on our Windows 11 PCs.  This happens when you receive an email or a message, or there’s an event such as a new Windows or app update being available. You will know you have notifications…