usability

Windows 11 continues to evolve, introducing features that target both productivity and usability concerns commonly voiced by its user base. Among these, a notable quality-of-life enhancement has arrived in the form of a taskbar-integrated “End Task” feature, designed to make the process of...

Here's a detailed breakdown of the official release notes for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5570 (Dev Channel), based on the Windows Insider Blog for this build: New Features Gradually Being Rolled Out (Toggle On*) 1. Profanity Filter Setting in Voice Typing There is now a new setting...

Windows 11 is raising the bar for gaming and accessibility with its latest update that transforms the humble Xbox controller into a full-fledged input device for managing the on-screen keyboard. This innovation not only bridges the gap between traditional gaming and everyday computing but also...

Windows 11 is constantly evolving, and the latest Insider Preview Build 22631.5116 ushers in a fresh set of features and refinements aimed squarely at enhancing usability, accessibility, and performance. In this update, Microsoft has zeroed in on core components—from File Explorer to the...

Microsoft has stepped in with a fresh Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, released on November 12, 2024. Among the various improvements made in update KB5046617, a standout feature is the ability to reconfigure the newly introduced Copilot key on compatible keyboards. This means that users who...

In a significant move to address the ongoing issues plaguing Windows 11, the recent release of Rectify11 version 3.2 offers a comprehensive solution for users seeking to enhance their experience. Despite Microsoft's continuous efforts to patch bugs and introduce innovative features—including the...

The Importance of Location Services Location services allow applications to access geographical data from various sources, including Wi-Fi networks, GPS, and IP addresses. This functionality can enable helpful features like weather updates, location-based reminders, and navigation assistance...

In a digital era where inclusivity matters more than ever, Microsoft has taken significant steps to enhance accessibility in Windows 11. Understanding that computer navigation can sometimes present challenges, particularly for users with disabilities or age-related limitations, Windows 11 is...

I'm enjoying my new Floorp browser, but I have a question regarding the side bar. I can find no way to hide it, and being able to open it with a mouse-over, like some other browsers do. I'd like to be able to hide it, in order to gain more screen real-estate, until I actually need it. Do any of...

I have a Win 10 computer that I recently setup for use by my son-in-law and my grandson. The one for my son-in-law is the main user, and one for grandson set up afterwards, both are set as Administrators. Everything is fine on the main users screen, but if I sign in as my grandson then there are...

This next Chrome extension, Faster Bookmark - Add Bookmark faster which you can find here: Link Removed Let’s you easily add bookmarks to a certain folder of your bookmarks by selecting a folder from a long list of 900 folders you last bookmarked to. It says: “Adds a new browser button to...

Okay.... So I'm an Artist using an Xp-Pen 22 Pro Drawing screen monitor. I was using Adobe, and now currently use clip studio. I'm having an issue where at some point I won't be able to use my mouse and my keys begin to spazz out and act as if I'm hitting short cut commands (Such as alt acting...

John Porter is an input and accessibility designer who is unable to use what so many take for granted: a keyboard and mouse. Porter relies almost entirely on his voice and speech recognition technology, in addition to switches (a series of buttons with pre-defined actions to cover a small range...

Today, I’m excited to share more information about the Windows 11 accessibility journey. Earlier this year, Microsoft announced its upped commitments and ambitions for accessibility. And, we recently introduced Windows 11. An early preview of Windows 11 is available to Windows Insiders today and...

Creating accessible products means most of all being aware of the usability issues your designs and code can cause. When creating new products, Microsoft follows a strict workflow of accessibility reviews of designs, code reviews and mandatory audits before a new feature can leave experimental...

Innovation has been part of Microsoft Edge since day one, whether you’re seamlessly accessing corporate apps online for work or saving money shopping with built-in coupons. As contributors to the Chromium project, we look forward to the new 4-week major release cycle cadence that Google...

I hope this blog finds you, your family and friends and your colleagues all healthy and safe during these changing times. I’m excited to share some of the updates we are incorporating within Windows 10 to make it easier to see and use for people with low or no vision. These improvements, coming...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19603 to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. You can check out our Windows Insider Program documentation here, including a list of all the new features and updates released in builds so far. Not seeing any of the...

So i have win 10 installed i used easyBCD to boot from win 7 iso but when clicked on install windows it showed that driver missing error.I am not using usb for installation so i think usb drivers won't work.Which drivers i need to install to get it working? I am booting from a iso file

I mean I can't be the only one who has faced this issue that the format window does not auto-close after the format is complete. I mean I have ended up formatting a flash drive 3 times in a row because I don't know if I clicked on format or not. (At least add an option for closing the window...