If you’re about to move to a new computer, the question of the operating system will almost certainly come up. Those who have bought the full version of Windows 10 can install the operating system on their new computer. However, to do so, you will need to deactivate the current installation.
Tips & Tricks
Windows and Office-related questions and solutions.
How can I automatically update the date in a document?
Anyone who uses Word to create applications, invoices, and the like, and uses a previously saved document, can make their work easier by ensuring that the date stamped in the document template is automatically updated. This is not too difficult, as Word offers a special function for this.
How can I locate the files that fill the repository?
No matter how big a hard drive or SSD is, you will eventually run out of available storage space. The real solution is to buy a larger storage device or use cloud storage, but it also helps to delete unnecessary files first. In such cases, Storage Explorer is the quickest way to find out where to delete the most.
How can I add my own libraries to the Search Index?
For those who frequently search for specific content stored on their PC, the search index automatically created by Windows 10 is useful. In the default settings, this feature only takes Windows Libraries and Desktop into account, but you can add additional user-created folders.
How can I write by hand instead of using a touch pencil?
While many modern notebooks have touchscreens, they do not support pen input. However, you can still type with a fingertip. To get Windows 10 to accept this form of input, you need to enable the appropriate setting first. Open the Windows Desktop, select Tools, then Pen and Windows Ink, and under Handwriting, tick the option …
How do I turn off the Microsoft account reminder?
Even if there are some advantages to logging in with a Microsoft account, such as using OneDrive, many users still prefer to work with a local account. However, Microsoft is not one to give up easily and points out at every login that it would be much better to use a Microsoft account.
How can I turn Night Light on and off on a scheduled basis?
With Windows 10 build 15002, Microsoft has introduced nightlight. The purpose of this feature is to prevent late work on your computer from causing problems later on when you fall asleep. You can manually turn it on and off from the tile of the same name in the Notification Center, but it’s more practical to turn this eye-saving display mode on automatically.
How can I save all drivers to a list?
To solve hardware problems, we often first need to find out what drivers are installed on our computers in the first place. That manually gathering this information is extremely time-consuming is not in question. However, there is another, much more convenient method.
How can I get design ideas in PowerPoint?
Not every regular PowerPoint user is creative enough to pull off a flashy slide show without a problem. Microsoft 365 subscribers can get help with this – from the smart Design Ideas PowerPoint feature.
How can I set an Animated screensaver instead of a static lock screen?
With Windows 8, Microsoft introduced the lock screen, retiring the screen saver that has been popular for decades.