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Windows 10 stands tall as Microsoft\u2019s best operating system release to date, hands down. But having undergone serious revamping, the OS is ready to rock and scroll. Boasting a myriad of new features, the updated Windows 10 is both efficient and effortless — fully capable of redefining your computing experience for good. Become a Windows 10 power user in no time with these seven tips:<\/p>\n
Virtual desktops allow for better utilization of screen space. You can span your applications and windows across multiple \u201cvirtual\u201d desktops. Create one by clicking on the \u201cTask View\u201d icon (located at the right of the Cortana bar) on the taskbar, then click \u201c+ New Desktop\u201d in the lower right corner and add as many desktops as you wish. To move an application to a new desktop, merely drag it into the virtual desktop on the bottom.<\/p>\n
The original screenshotting methods on Windows include Windows + Prt Scn, which captures the screen and saves it into the Screenshots folder; and Alt + Prt Scn, which captures the screen and copies it to your clipboard.<\/p>\n
Introducing the new built-in Snipping Tool. On top of capturing a full screen screenshot, other capturing options range from a free-form rectangle to a specific aspect ratio or even an entire window as well. You can also set the capture to delay a screenshot by a set interval — this comes in handy when you want to screenshot a YouTube video minus the playback controls.<\/p>\n
For users who aren\u2019t aware of this trick, you can grab a window by its bar and literally shake your mouse. This causes all the other windows to automatically minimize.<\/p>\n
Snapping windows to certain parts of the screen is ideal for multitasking. You can now organize and monitor different applications more seamlessly. Make the most of your screen space with the following tips:<\/p>\n
Drag a window to the right or left to split it in half.
\nDrag a window to a corner to reduce it to a fourth of its size.
\nDrag a window to the top to maximize its size.<\/p>\n
After launching the Xbox app, go to the app you wish to record and press Windows + G. You\u2019ll be prompted with a window that asks: \u201cDo you want to open the Game bar?\u201d Click on the \u201cYes, this is a game\u201d box and let the recording begin!<\/p>\n
Aside from typing your requests, you can also use natural language to ask Cortana to locate your vacation photos, or provide directions to your friend\u2019s house. No date needed, just specific words and she\u2019s all set. Cortana is also synced with your calendar, so if you\u2019re ever unsure when your meetings are, Cortana will gladly double-check.<\/p>\n
When activating battery saver in Windows 10, you can limit your portable devices\u2019 background activity and push notifications to prolong battery life. Battery saver also kicks in automatically once your battery life is lower than 20%. To customize your own power threshold as well as which applications you allow to run in the background, go to Settings > System > Battery saver — voil\u00e0!<\/p>\n
Make the most of Windows 10 with these tips and upgrade your user status from regular to power. Regardless of what you’re using it for — arranging your meetings or planning your vacation — make each computing experience a memorable one. Want to hear more of the latest Windows 10 news and updates? Contact us today.<\/p>\n