If you just upgraded to Windows 11, then check out these tips and tricks to help you get the most out of the operating system.
Windows 11 has been around for quite a while now. The operating system isn’t as new as when it first came out in 2021, but many people are still updating it for the first time from Windows 10. Yet whether you’re new to Windows 11 or have been using it since launch, there are a few things that you still might want to tweak to get a better experience. Microsoft doesn’t have all these settings upfront, but we’re here to surface them for you.
Related Hide Recommended files in favor of the suggested apps Another core Windows 11 feature is the Recommended section, which is powered by Microsoft 365. You’ll see your most commonly opened or recently opened files in this section of the Start Menu. A lot of people don’t like this, however, and opt to turn it off, leaving an empty space in the Start Menu.
Turn off Widgets and Copilot The Widgets and Copilot features are two of the core features of Windows 11. Widgets get you quick access to things like the weather, sports, news, and traffic at a glance. As for Copilot, it is Microsoft’s AI assistant, designed to help you summarize text, get recipe ideas, and even generate text and images. If you don’t find either feature useful, you can disable them.
To do this, choose Windows Key + I on your keyboard, then click Personalization, followed by Text input. From here, you can choose various themes and keyboard sizes. There are a total of 15 preset themes, but you also can create your own custom theme, change the key sizes, and much more. Type with your voice in Windows 11 or try live captions One of the cool accessibility features in Windows 11 is the voice-typing feature. You’re probably used to this on your iPhone or Android device, but Windows 11 also has voice typing built-in. Hit the Windows Key + H on your keyboard when you’re in a text box and start turning your voice into words. You’ll need to select the mic button in the pop-out menu to start using the feature.
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