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How to View Files Without Opening Them in Windows 11
Searching through a folder to find the right file you want to open can often be time consuming, especially if you have a large number of files. Fortunately, File Explorer allows you to preview documents, images, music or video files without opening the file. This can save you time because Windows will not need to fully…
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How to Change Default Apps in Windows 11
Although Windows 11 offers default apps for most functions, you may want to use a different app that is more familiar to you or one that can perform specific functions that the default apps cannot. If you have multiple apps that do the same thing, Windows will open the default app for that function unless you manually…
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How to Silence Notifications Using Focus Assist in Windows 11
What is Focus Assist? Focus Assist is a new Windows 11 feature that replaces Quiet Hours in Windows 10. You can use Focus Assist to silence notifications when you do not want to be distracted while you are working, playing a game or on a call. When you want notifications silenced, you can choose a variety of customized…
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How to Connect Android Phone to PC in Windows 11
How to link my Phone to my PC? If you have an Android phone, the link phone to PC function allows you to make calls, receive photos, see and receive text messages and manage notifications directly on your computer. This process involves setting up the Phone Link app, which comes preinstalled on all Windows 11 PCs,…
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How to Connect an Xbox Controller to a PC
Most modern PC games allow you to use an Xbox controller which gives you the superior power of a computer with the ease of use of a console controller. You can connect an Xbox controller via Bluetooth, with a USB cable, or via a specialized dongle called a Xbox Wireless Adapter. How to tell if your Controller is Bluetooth…
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Windows 11 Compatibility
The following Acer laptops, desktops and tablets have been tested as being suitable to upgrade to Windows 11. If your product model is not listed in the table below, Acer has not tested the device and the drivers have not been updated for that model. For more information on the Windows 11 upgrade, please visit the Windows…
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How to Check Screen Time Usage in Windows 11
Windows 11 allows you to easily monitor the amount of time your computer screen is on, off or in sleep mode. This can be useful in figuring out battery usage details and for keeping track of how long you are actually using your computer. How to check battery usage and screen time Click on Start ⊞ and select Settings ⚙, or…
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How to Download a Battery Report in Windows 11
Windows 11 allows you to download a complete battery report that shows details about your battery to help monitor battery performance. The battery report will show your battery specifications, recent usage and history of usage, and the battery capacity history over time. Use the instructions below to download a detailed…
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How to Check How Much Battery Power Each App is Using in Windows 11
Windows 11 has built-in features that allow you to monitor your battery usage to help you save power and extend the life of your battery. You can view your Power and Battery settings to see what apps and programs are using the most battery power. Use the instructions below to check your power and battery settings and see…
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How to Turn Off the News and Interests Widget in Windows 11
Windows 11 includes a News and Interest widget that provides notifications for weather, news stories, sports scores and more. This widget is enabled by default in Windows 11, but can be disabled in a few short steps. Follow the instructions on how to turn off the news and interests widget in your taskbar. Note: There is…
