NOTE: This guide explains how to change your Microsoft account password using a browser or the Windows 10 Settings app. If you no longer remember your credentials, you can also reset the password for your Microsoft account. Furthermore, if you first want to learn more about a Microsoft account and its benefits, read What is a Microsoft account?.
1. How to change your Microsoft account password online No matter where you are, you can easily change your Microsoft account password from your favorite web browser.
How to Change the Password for Your Local User Account Sign into Windows 8.1 using the local user account for which you want to change the password. Then, open PC Settings and click or tap Accounts. Click or tap the “Sign-in options” section. On the right side of the screen you will see a section called Password, where you can change the password for your local user account. Click or tap the Change button.
NOTE: This guide covers Windows 11 and Windows 10. Everything works the same in both operating systems. If you don’t know what your version of Windows is, read: How to tell what Windows I have (11 ways).
Method 1: How to create a link to a file, folder, or library in Windows using the Sharing Wizard If you want to create a link to a file, folder, or library, you can use the Sharing Wizard.
NOTE: This tutorial covers how to view the Wi-Fi password on an iPhone running iOS 16 or newer. Check our guide if you’re not sure what iOS version you have on your device.
How to see the Wi-Fi password on iPhone The Settings app is usually the go-to place for discovering information in iOS, and finding the Wi-Fi password on iPhone makes no exception. To begin, open the iPhone Settings.
NOTE: For this tutorial, we used an ASUS ZenFone Max Pro device running Android 9 Pie. The procedures are similar on all Android-powered devices, so you should be good to go even if you have a smartphone from Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, or some other manufacturer.
First things first: Install the Wallpapers app from the Google Play Store The Wallpapers app is available for free in the Google Play Store, offering you easy access to several amazing collections of images.
How to open the Groove Music app in Windows To open the Groove Music app in Windows 11, open the Start Menu, click or tap on All apps, then scroll down the list until you find the Groove Music shortcut. Click or tap on the shortcut to open the app.
Open Groove Music from the Start Menu in Windows 11 In Windows 10, it’s even easier: open the Start Menu, scroll down the list until you find the shortcut, then click or tap on it.
NOTE: The steps in this tutorial work the same in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Furthermore, both of the methods we’ll show you are using free apps: Microsoft Paint and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
1. How to print an image on multiple pages using Paint in Windows 10 or Windows 11 Since you reached this guide looking to learn how to print a large image on multiple pages, you should know that the easiest and fastest way to do it is using the good ol’ Paint.
Why there is no “rename task” option in the Task Scheduler? One would expect that renaming a Windows task is a simple thing to do. It might seem obvious that you should open the Task Scheduler, find the task you want to rename and search for an option to rename it. Well, when you do that, you find that there is no such option. There is no rename task option available in Task Scheduler because that would make the operating system vulnerable to threats.
NOTE: Before resetting your iPhone or iPad to their factory settings, you might want to first backup their content, so that you don’t lose your important data. However, even if you do not do it beforehand, iOS offers you the option to perform a backup during the reset procedure.
Step 1. Access the reset options on your iPhone or iPad The first thing you must do is open the Settings.
NOTE: For this tutorial, I used a Google Pixel 6a running Android 15 and a Samsung Galaxy A54 running OneUI 6.1 (based on Android 14). Unless noted otherwise, the images you’ll see include screenshots from Android 15 on the left and from the Samsung Galaxy on the right. The steps involved should be similar, even if you have a smartphone from Xiaomi, ASUS, Motorola, OPPO, or some other manufacturer. If you don’t know your Android version, read our guide on how to check the Android version you have.
Stop the Shut Down From a Shortcut If you have created a Shut Down shortcut on the desktop (or Start screen in Windows 8), you can use the Stop Shut Down shortcut we created for you. When using a custom Shut Down shortcut, the shutdown procedure is not initiated immediately. A few seconds will pass before that happens, in which the user and all the open applications are informed about the start of this procedure.
How to turn on Dark Mode in Windows 11 using Colors There are two ways of changing Windows 11 to Dark or Light mode. The first method inverts the interface colors and has more options. To turn on Dark Mode in Windows 11 using the Colors settings, you first need to start the Settings app. One way to do it is by pressing the Windows key together with the letter I on your keyboard.
Step 1. Plug in the encrypted BitLocker drive (USB, external hard drive, pen drive, etc.) The first step is to take the drive that’s encrypted with BitLocker, and plug it into your PC. It can be anything: a USB memory stick, an external hard drive, a pen drive, etc. Wait for Windows 10 to recognize the drive that you plugged in. When you are asked to select what happens with the drive, don’t click on anything, and ignore the notification.
NOTE: Since the Clock app is identical in both operating systems, most of the screenshots featured in this guide are from Windows 11.
How to access the Focus sessions in Windows 10 and Windows 11 As mentioned earlier, opening the Clock app takes you straight to the Focus sessions tab. To access the app, type clock in the Search field found on Windows 10’s taskbar or in the top field of the Windows 11 Search window (use the magnifying glass Search icon on your taskbar to open the window).
IIYAMA ProLite XUB2492HSC-B5: Who is it good for? This monitor is a good choice for:
Anyone looking for a good-quality 24” display with Full HD resolution Those who want a monitor that can be used as a docking station for their laptop People in search of a desktop monitor with a reasonable price
Pros and cons The IIYAMA ProLite XUB2492HSC-B5 has more than just a few qualities:
IPS display with good image quality The USB-C port lets you use it as a docking station for your laptop Extensive options for adjusting its position Narrow bezels surrounding the screen Good selection of ports Reasonable price tag
Razer Kaira X: Who is it good for? The Razer Kaira X is an excellent choice if you want:
A new headset for your PlayStation or Xbox gaming console A headset that uses the classic 3.5 mm audio jack A device that looks nice and is comfortable
Pros and cons These are the things we like about the Razer Kaira X:
Good sound quality in games Nice design that fits well with the PlayStation and Xbox consoles Very comfortable to wear even for long periods of time Decent passive noise-canceling Good price
NOTE: Before following any of the methods from this guide, you should create a System Restore point. That assures you that you can revert your system to its current settings if you don’t like the result.
How to reset PowerShell to its default color settings PowerShell’s colors and overall console looks are stored in its shortcut file instead of a separate file or registry key. In other words, to reset PowerShell to its default color settings, you need to reset PowerShell’s shortcut from the Start Menu.
MIO MiVue C320: Who is it good for? The MIO MiVue C320 dash cam is a suitable choice for people:
Who need to record high-quality videos, in 1080p Full HD resolution, while driving Who want a small dash cam that does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road Who desire a dash cam at an entry-level price tag
Pros and cons There are more than a few good things to say about the MIO MiVue C320:
ASUS 4G-AC68U AC1900: who is it good for? ASUS 4G-AC68U is a good choice for the following types of users:
People who want fast downloads on WiFi, and have a broadband internet connection available Small business owners who want features like Free WiFi Splash page and Captive portal, that allow them to give free WiFi to their guests while promoting their business, website or social media page Users who have only mobile internet coverage in their area and want to have their own WiFi, sharing one mobile internet connection
Synology DiskStation DS418: Who is it good for? Synology DiskStation DS418 is an excellent choice for the following users:
Small businesses that need a NAS for surveillance systems or system backups Home users and small businesses who want to build their cloud storage service Users who want to create their home-based multimedia storage and streaming platform IT professionals who want to host web apps, websites, or web services on their hardware