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The latest iteration of Microsoft’s Snipping Tool represents a turning point in screen capture workflows for Windows 11 users, as it now supports exporting screen recordings as animated GIFs. Historically, screenshots captured using the Snipping Tool were restricted to static image formats like...

Microsoft's PowerToys suite has long been a treasure trove for Windows enthusiasts seeking to enhance their operating system's functionality. Among its myriad utilities, the 'Peek' tool stands out as a game-changer for file management and workflow efficiency. This article delves into the...

Beneath the glossy surface of Windows 11 beats a complex system that, like all modern operating systems, sometimes stumbles. System crashes, mysterious freezes, or that maddening moment when your favorite game collapses mid-battle are experiences familiar to far too many users. In those moments...

For more than four decades, Notepad has been the quiet workhorse of the Windows operating system—a minimalistic tool beloved for its speed, reliability, and unadorned interface. Yet, over just the past few years, Microsoft has infused Notepad with a momentum of innovation that has transformed...

For decades, Notepad has remained one of the simplest yet most enduring applications bundled with Windows, offering a no-frills environment for jotting down quick notes, editing configuration files, and even basic programming. Despite its longevity and ubiquity, Notepad’s feature set has...

For PC users seeking to squeeze every ounce of performance, customization, and control out of their Windows 11 system, few utilities garner as much attention or trust as Ultimate Windows Tweaker (UWT). The evolution of this utility, now at version 5.2, reflects both the growing complexity of...

Windows has long been celebrated for its versatility, broad compatibility, and a user base that expects both simplicity and depth. Yet, for all its strengths, Windows—especially recent iterations like Windows 10 and Windows 11—delivers a somewhat bland aesthetic out of the box, complemented by...

Power users and Windows enthusiasts alike frequently encounter a dilemma: How do you optimize, debloat, and personalize your system without investing hours in the maze of native Windows menus or risking the instability associated with aggressive third-party utilities? Enter Winhance, the free...

Artificial intelligence continues to reshape how we interact with our computers, but for many users, the specter of cloud dependence and privacy tradeoffs has made adoption a tricky prospect. In an era when chatbots like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot dominate digital conversations—and...

Windows 11, in its evolution, has garnered both praise and criticism from users across the spectrum. For some, its polished aesthetics and array of productivity-focussed features represent a modern OS finally coming into its own. For others, the experience is marred by persistent annoyances...

The transition from Windows 7 to Windows 11 has brought numerous enhancements, yet it has also led to the omission of several beloved classic games that were once staples of the Windows experience. Games like Minesweeper, Solitaire, and Chess Titans have been notably absent in recent Windows...

Ninite remains an indispensable utility for Windows users who frequently install or reinstall their operating system, particularly those adopting specialized or stripped-down editions such as Windows 10 LTSC. Its enduring relevance after more than a decade since its first feature coverage...

PowerToys on Windows 11 just got even more indispensable. The latest 0.89.0 update introduces a powerful twist to its Advanced Paste tool: fast and local video and audio conversion. For long-time Windows enthusiasts and productivity power-users alike, this marks a significant boost in...

DiskCheckup is turning heads among Windows users as one of the most approachable yet powerful SSD monitoring tools available. With its free, lightweight design and minimalistic user interface, DiskCheckup may seem simple at first glance – but don’t be fooled. Beneath that unassuming exterior...

As we sail through the technological waves of Windows, it’s critical to maintain a safe harbor for your data and settings. Enter System Restore—an often-overlooked feature in Windows that works like a time machine, allowing users to revert their system to a previous state if the waters get too...

hey :-) i use to mark file with "#" or "^" as a prefix. is there any tool that let me add a mark in one click from the context menu?

Hello Again, On occasion, when I double click on a desktop icon it comes up with the Properties window. Can I fix it without a reboot? Could it be the utility 'Save Desktop' which causes this. That utility repairs a desktop whose icons become scrambled. Progs launched from...

Hi This isn't really a request for help, more curiosity. This morning I deleted a folder that I though was out of date and I emptied the recycle bin. Only after that did I realize that there was another folder in it that I did need. I've never used Recuva but I downloaded it and tried to see...

If I run chkdsk on a defragmented hard disk partition: Is this faster than on an undefragmented partition? Peter

What I'm looking for is software that can create backups of installed software just by right clicking a desktop shortcut and selecting 'create backup' or something like that, then the program would make a note of the install directory the shortcut is referring to, then it'll scan the HD for data...