MAKE THE MOST OF WINDOWS 10

Maybe you are a new Windows 10 user or have been using it for a while now. Whatever your familiarity level maybe, here are some useful tips and tricks to help you save time and effectively use Windows 10.

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   Windows + G

   Pressing Windows Key + G opens an overlay Game bar which gives you access to numerous functions and features. This easily allows you to easily screenshot, record, and stream directly from a game (or app) without the need for external software.

   The Game bar has the Widget menu. A widget is an application, that enables you to perform a function or access a service.

   The speaker button allows you to adjust the volume of the different applications in your computer. So you can keep your ZOOM calls at maximum volume, while keeping the System sounds low.

   

   Game Bar

   There are other cool features which allow you to record the screen, takes screenshots, mute or unmute your microphone while recording.

   It also has Windows 10 performance modules, Xbox social and chat tabs, as well as Spotify controls.

   Make sure you try it out by simply pressing Windows + G.

2. Windows + Tab

   Windows+Tab is a cool keyboard shortcut. It opens the Task View interface, which offers a thumbnail view of all your open windows. This is especially useful to close all unwanted open tabs and to quickly switch between tabs.

   

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3. Snip & Sketch

   The last but very useful tool highlighted here is the Snipping tool.

   Use this Snip & Sketch Tool to capture screenshots from the whole screen or only part of your PC screen. You could take a picture of only an image, diagram or text. Then, use the tool to make changes or notes, then save, and share.

   To open the Snip & Sketch tool, press Windows + Shift + S.

   

   Snip & Sketch Bar

   The above bar will appear. Use from the options of free-from or rectangular shape to capture part of the screen. Or use the whole screen to take a screenshot.

   Do try out these cool tricks on your Windows 10 PC. Visit helphelp.ca for more information on IT services for small businesses.