However, you may not want users to edit the Quick Settings menu. If that’s the case, here’s how to prevent Quick Settings edits on Windows 11. How to Prevent Quick Settings Changes on Windows 11 When users sign in to Windows 11 and launch Quick Settings, they can edit it by adding or removing buttons. To prevent users from editing Quick Settings on Windows 11 Pro or above, use the following steps:...

Recover Data Non-booting Hard Drive For me, this was a reality I recently experienced. I had already backed up recently, but I also created new content that I didn’t want to lose. After exhausting many repair options, I could not get Windows to boot successfully. I even attempted the Refresh options. Of course, I could try doing a custom install and salvage my data from Windows.old. Unfortunately, I was in a bind, with no working optical drive or a USB stick I could use....

A few weeks back I explained how to install Windows 7 in a Dual-Boot Configuration using a VHD file like the Windows 7 System Drive. A few days later I explained how to make Windows 7 in a Dual Boot scenario the primary boot OS. Now after receiving about 20 emails on the topic from readers, I guess it’s time to explain how to undo or delete the Windows 7 Dual Boot configuration....

Microsoft Teams solves this problem by letting you reply to specific messages in Chat. In Teams on your desktop, the web, and mobile device, you can click or tap to respond to any specific message in the chat history. The original message is included with your reply, so everyone knows what you’re responding to without scratching their heads. Here, we’ll show you how to use this reply feature in whatever spot you’re using Microsoft Teams....

Snapchat is well known for sending pictures and videos timed to be deleted forever unless the user on the other end can catch a screenshot of whatever you sent. It is a different story when it comes to being able to see your old messages on Snapchat. If you want to go ahead and access these old conversations on Snapchat, then read the following methods that you can try in order to be able to read these old messages again....

How to See the Exact Time a Reel Was Posted When you are watching a Reel, there is not a date posted anywhere for you to see how current the video is the way that you can see a date on a TikTok video. While this would not necessarily be a problem depending on the video you are watching, a Reel that features a product or a business might suffer if the video includes time-sensitive information....

This also limits you from various other pictures being set as your profile picture on WhatsApp. Images also come in the format of GIF, JEPG, JPG, TIFF, PSD, PDF, EPS, AI, IDD, RAW, and various others. Unless your GIF is in a PNG format, you cannot make it your profile picture on WhatsApp. Thankfully, there are many ways to convert your GIF into a PNG file. However, once you convert it, you will lose the motion that occurs in the GIF....

Activation Lock on Mac To use Activation Lock on your computer, you must meet the following minimal requirements: Your Mac should have macOS Catalina or later installed.It must be using the Apple T2 Security Chip. You can find the list of compatible Macs on the Apple website.Additionally, you need two-factor authentication enabled for your Apple ID.You must remember your Apple ID and Password. Finally, the Leave Secure Boot setting must also be enabled....

What happens if things don’t seem to be working out properly? If you’re using Google Sheets, you can quickly show the formulas you’re using. For instance, this can be useful if you’re trying to track down errors across a large spreadsheet. If you’re unsure, here’s how to show formulas in Google Sheets. How to Quickly Show Google Sheets Formulas Using Shortcuts The quickest way to show formulas in Google Sheets is to use a keyboard shortcut....

Sorting in itself is difficult for programmers and even more difficult for a social media platform like TikTok that relies on algorithms for viewers to see different content. If a platform like TikTok wants to include the ability to allow its users to sort videos by “Most Viewed”, the option can always be added, though it will be expensive for TikTok. To save money, TikTok and other platforms tend not to provide extensive sorting filters to their users....

What do you do if your microphone isn’t working properly, however? If you keep hearing yourself on your microphone, it could mean your mic isn’t set up properly. This should be an easy fix, so if you want to know how to stop hearing yourself on Windows 11 and Windows 10, follow the steps below. Why Do I Hear Myself Using My Mic on Windows? If you’re able to hear yourself on your mic while you’re using a Windows PC, it’s a sign that your sound settings aren’t configured correctly....

You can easily access a list of Chrome tabs open on each device and open any of those tabs on any of your devices. Today we’ll show you how to access open Chrome tabs in Windows, Mac, and Linux, and on iOS and Android devices. Set Up Chrome Sync To sync Chrome tabs across devices, you first need to set up Chrome sync and log in to the same Google account you used for Chrome sync on all devices....

Windows is clever, but it isn’t perfect—you may need to switch auto brightness off on your PC. If you’re trying to manage or turn off auto brightness on Windows 11, you can do so by following these steps. Configuring Windows 11 Brightness Settings Before you begin, there are some things you’ll need to consider first. Firstly, each Windows 11 device handles auto-brightness differently. Some adjust the brightness based on ambient surroundings, while others have light sensors built-in....

As much as we’d love to have completely paperless offices, especially at home, having to scan documents and photos is as inevitable as the tide. If you have a Microsoft Surface with Windows RT, scanning those documents on rare occasions is really a piece of cake. Set Up Printer on Surface RT & Windows 8 The first thing you’ll need to do is make sure your scanner is connected to your Surface RT....

Windows 10 Search Filters First, if you’re new to Windows 10, there are a couple of ways you can kick off a search. Either click the Start button and start typing your query. Or, type what you’re looking for in the Cortana search field. If you hid the search box to save Taskbar space, click on the Cortana icon first and then start typing. At the top of the search box, you’ll notice a menu button (ellipsis icon)....

Here, we’ll cover how to add sections in Microsoft Forms as well as rearrange them or remove them if needed. Benefits of Sections in Microsoft Forms If you have a short form, survey, or math quiz, sections may not be necessary. But you can use them no matter what size your form. Here are just a few benefits of sections in Microsoft Forms. Break down longer forms. This can make your respondents feel less overwhelmed....

Your flashlight is essentially a tiny surface mount LED with some additional features. Such LEDs have the potential to be highly efficient. Furthermore, because these lamps are relatively weak, the power utilized must be modest, resulting in very little heat absorbed by the phone’s massive body. What Happens If You Leave Your Phone’s Flashlight On Although it is true that when a phone is in standby mode, the electronic current drain can be shallow, the ordinarily low LED current drain would still account for a significant portion of the total drain....

Make Text Larger on Kindle Fire (Updated) The process to make text larger on the Silk browser on a Fire HD tablet is much easier than it used to be. This article was originally written in 2012, and things have changed a lot. To make text larger, launch the Silk Browser from your home screen. Then pinch and zoom in or out to make the page’s text and other content larger or smaller....

Why is the front door open? My home was never burglarized, but my car was a few years ago. I’ve seen enough movies to know where the story starts. You put the key in the door and then realize the door is already open. Something is not right. Just like with your online account, you need to be mindful of anything out-of-place. Sure Facebook changes all the time, but you should still keep an eye out for things that don’t make sense....

Filmora is Wondershare’s powerful video creation and editing platform. If you want to know more, take a look through our detailed review below. What is Wondershare Filmora 11? Wondershare Filmora 11 is an easy-to-use, powerful video editing suite for Windows and Mac users. The eleventh generation of this popular tool comes with a number of new features and enhancements, offering one of the best (and most well-rounded) feature sets for beginners and intermediate users alike....