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Fixing Windows 11 Icon and Panel Issues: An Expert Guide Windows 11 is packed with features and a sleek look, but even the smoothest systems can hit the occasional hiccup. Many users have reported that their WiFi, sound, and battery icons—as well as the entire panel—either display blank, fail to...

Windows users often know the frustration of a stalled file copy—especially when using the default Windows Explorer method. In a world where efficiency and safety are paramount, third-party tools like TeraCopy are making a significant impact. Today, we dive into why TeraCopy is quickly becoming...

Windows Explorer has long served as the gateway to our digital lives—our one-stop hub for accessing, organizing, and managing files. Yet, when it comes to juggling multiple folders and directories, its traditional multiple-window approach can feel more like clutter than clarity. Enter Explorer...

Few experiences send a chill down any Windows user's spine quite like realizing you’ve lost hours of hard work in Excel. Whether it’s an unexpected crash, a sudden power outage, or simply forgetting to hit that life-saving “Ctrl + S,” unsaved files can vanish in a blink. Fortunately, Microsoft...

Windows 11 promises a sleek, modern interface with a streamlined taskbar that many of us have come to love. But what happens when that beloved taskbar starts acting up and refuses to pin your favorite apps? Whether you’re trying to quickly launch your browser, productivity suite, or that quirky...

how do i add an option on the context menu for searching on google by file/folder name ? by right clicking on it ? or what about using Microsoft PowerToys Run WebSearchShortcut plugin and implement it on the context menu ? any solutions or ideas ? or any other software that does it ? need tutorials

I have two PCs in this room, one called ELLIOT-PC and one called ELLIOT-SERVER. ELLIOT-SERVER has a Local Account profile called Elliot, that I use to share folders. ELLIOT-PC has a Microsoft Account profile (Hotmail). When I try to navigate to \\elliot-server in Windows Explorer on...

Have you been staring at your screen, waiting for your cursor to stop its maddening spinning dance? If you’re a Windows 11 user, this frustrating occurrence can put a damper on your productivity and peace of mind. Don’t worry; you’re not alone in this cursor conundrum. In fact, several factors...

The Windows search feature is your trusty sidekick in navigating through the labyrinth of files, apps, and system settings on your PC. But what happens when this loyal companion decides to go on strike, leaving you tapping away hopelessly at an unresponsive search box? Fear not! We've got a...

Hi. My pc is having a weird issue and I can't seem to figure out why. It flickers on windows explorer and Excel. It happens on random and last anywhere between 5-20secs. I think is not limited to just these apps, but possibly any programs I opened. This is a fresh install using a usb stick. I...

I was unable to add files to one specific folder on a Blu-ray disc. Later, there was a zero-byte file dated 1974-07-25 that would result in error 0x80070570 when trying to rename it in Windows Explorer. Trying to open it with Notepad or through the "type" command inside CMD results in an error...

Hi, Preview pane and Details Pane are missing in File Explorer menu View - Show: How to fix this?

Windows has always liked opening new Windows Explorer windows in random places on my desktop. Does anyone know of a Windows Explorer toolbar button (or system tray icon) that moves current window to certain position (that I set) on my display?

Hello All, I'm running Windows 10 Pro version 22H2, OS build 19045.2364. I attempted to update my computer on April 15. There were a host of security updates as well as the update to 19045.2846. It seemed to go well, but I noticed that Windows Explorer seemed laggy. I'd try to click and drag a...

I upgraded from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Pro on Dell XPS 8940 purchased 2 years ago. I upgraded a few months ago when Windows Update said my computer was ready. The upgrade went smoothly with no issues. I have a Network Attached Storage (NAS) unit attached through my router with gigabit...

After inserting a Blu-ray data disc (BD-R), an unknown background process accesses the disc even when I am doing nothing. It even happens when deactivating the real-time protection feature of Windows Defender. Existing tools such as the task manager and the third-party tool "Process Hacker"...

The latest feature update to Windows 10, version 21H2, KB4023057, installed on ‎25/07/2022 and took five and a half hours. It messed up my computer in many ways so I reverted to the pre latest feature update (under Settings/Recovery). This feature update is poised to install once more, and...

Hi all. This is my first post here so apologies in advance if it in the wrong thread. I am by no means an it expert hence me asking for help on this. I want to create a new folder everyday to keep a record of curtain work things relating to this particular day. So within a current folder I...

Recently I connected external monitor (acer 144hz) to my laptop (ASUS TUF GAMING F15) through HDMI cable. The first 3 minutes it worked perfectly, but soon after a lot of strange things began to happen: -I couldn't open file explorer or any other app -It seem like the screen froze, but i could...

Recently I connected external monitor (acer 144hz) to my laptop (ASUS TUF GAMING F15) through HDMI cable. The first 3 minutes it worked perfectly, but soon after a lot of strange things began to happen: -I couldn't open file explorer or any other app -It seem like the screen froze, but i could...