Collected Links: Windows 10 Tips

As you come across articles with good tips for Windows 10, add them to this thread. That way, we'll have a collection available in one place.

To start things off, here's a collection by Paul Thurrott:

• Windows 10 Tip: Customize the Start Menu
• Windows 10 Tip: Switch Between Open Apps and Desktops
• Windows 10 Tip: Move Apps Between Multiple Desktops
• Windows 10 Tip: Swap Between Start Menu and Start Screen
• Windows 10 Tip: Colorize the Start Menu

 

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Wow! Ed Bott has put together quite a list of Tips, tricks and shortcuts. Merely click the individual links to the collection listed at Tips, tricks and shortcuts: Ed Bott makes Windows 10 work for you for the tips.

 

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Now available: Windows Key Shortcuts for Windows 10.

 

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How to Find your Windows 10 Product Key

 

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Windows 10 tip: The fastest, smartest ways to open a Command Prompt window | ZDNet

 

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If your PC is running slow, crashes or is unable to update your Windows, this option may help you.

This option starts fresh by reinstalling and updating Windows. This will keep your personal files and some Windows settings and remove most of your apps.

See the instructions by Microsoft employee Jason in the Microsoft Community forum post at Introducing Refresh Windows on-demand option.

 

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FAQ: How to manage Windows 10 updates by Ed Bott.

 

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How to customize mouse cursors or pointers in Windows | Digital Citizen

 

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How to Transfer your Windows 10 License to a New Computer

 

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How to Keep Your Windows 10 Device Secure When You Are Away from It

 

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What has been referred to as Redstone2 or the Creators Update for Windows 10, Build 1703 is expected to be released next month. The rumored release date is April 11, although that has not been confirmed.

The articles below provide two different perspectives of what to expect in the update:

Get ready for the Windows 10 Creators Update

Windows 10 Creators Update: An overview of the new features and improvements on the way

 

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Windows 10 Creators Update Changelog - What is new?

 

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Windows 10 Tips compilation (updated/added to regularly) from the Windows Experience blog: Windows 10 Tips.

 

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Windows Update and Security settings in Windows 10

 

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For those who haven't updated yet: 12 Things You Should Do Before Installing Windows 10 Creators Update (Version 1703).

In addition to disabling 3rd party A/V, I also recommend disabling anti-malware programs such as Malwarebytes or Emsisoft before updating.

Reminders:

After updating, check that System Restore is enabled. Go to Control Panel\All Control Panel Items\System. Click "System Protection". If the C:\ drive is shown as "Off", click Configure and change the selection to "Turn on System Protection". Click Ok and close.

Confirm that antivirus and anti-malware programs are running.

 

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How to install Windows 10 Creators Update using a retail disc, an ISO image or a flash drive.

 

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How to Share Files, Storage, Printers and Other Items in Windows 10

 

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Another one by Ed Bott: Windows 10 tip: Keep your Microsoft account secure and private.

 

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With the worldwide release of Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on October 17, 2017, below are links to articles on both new features as well as features removed or deprecated:

New Features in the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update:

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update: All new features in a nutshell

12 Reasons why you should get Windows 10 Fall Creators Update includes screen captures.

Features removed or deprecated in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update:

Features removed in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

Microsoft Support: Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

 

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How to get the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

 

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How to Verify If You Downloaded or Installed the Latest Version - Microsoft Community