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Optimize Performance
Disable Startup Programs:
Go to Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc), click the Startup tab, and disable
unnecessary programs to speed up boot time.
Power Plan Settings:
Use the High-Performance mode in Control Panel > Power Options for better
performance on laptops.
Storage Sense:
Enable it in Settings > System > Storage to automatically delete temporary files
and free up space.
2. Advanced File Management
Quick Access Toolbar:
Pin frequently used tools like Copy, Paste, or Delete to File Explorer’s ribbon for
faster navigation.
Batch Rename Files:
Select multiple files, right-click, and rename them for sequential numbering.
Hidden Storage Tools:
Use Win + R, type diskmgmt.msc, and manage drives or partitions directly.
3. Hidden Features
Clipboard History:
Activate it in Settings > System > Clipboard. Press Win + V to access multiple
copied items.
Windows Sandbox (Pro/Enterprise):
Enable it via Features in Control Panel to safely test apps in an isolated
environment.
4. Networking and Connectivity
Wi-Fi Password Recovery:
Open Command Prompt (Win + R, type cmd) and use:
netsh wlan show profile [Wi-Fi Name] key=clear
This shows your Wi-Fi password under “Key Content.”
Mobile Hotspot:
Share your PC’s internet connection via Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile
Hotspot.
5. Productivity Boosters
Focus Assist:
Block notifications during work or gaming. Customize it in Settings > System >
Focus Assist.
Snip & Sketch:
Press Win + Shift + S to quickly take a screenshot and edit it without third-party
apps.
Dynamic Lock:
Pair your phone via Bluetooth to automatically lock your PC when you walk away
(Settings > Accounts > Sign-in Options).
6. Security Tips
Ransomware Protection:
Activate Controlled Folder Access in Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection >
Ransomware Protection.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication:
Secure your Microsoft account with 2FA for added protection against unauthorized
access.
Windows Hello:
Use facial recognition or a PIN for faster, secure logins (Settings > Accounts >
Sign-in Options).
7. Pro Tips and Shortcuts
Secret Right-Click Menu:
Right-click on the Start button (or press Win + X) for quick access to system tools
like Disk Management and Command Prompt.
Night Light:
Reduce eye strain by enabling Night Light (Settings > System > Display).
Emoji Keyboard:
Press Win + . or Win + ; to bring up the emoji picker anywhere.