⌨️ Keyboard master: On a PC, press the Windows key + a number to launch or switch to the corresponding program on the taskbar. Pro tip: Click, hold down and drag a program to reorder.
Tech trick: Pin important messages on your iPhone so you don’t forget about them
Social media platforms let you pin a post to the top of your page so your audience always sees it first. You don’t have to be an influencer to unleash the power of pinning.
Now you can do the same thing on your iPhone and computer. Go ahead and save entire conversations or pin just important links and computer programs.
You can pin things using iPhone Messenger or tack them onto your computer’s taskbar. Keep reading to learn how.
How to pin messages on your iPhone:
If you’re using iOS 15 or newer, you can use the Messages app to pin conversations and links for easy reference later. Save that vital convo so it doesn’t get lost next time someone calls to ask about that work meeting. It’s fast and easy.
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How to pin entire conversations on your iPhone:
- Open Messages.
- Tap and hold the conversation thread with the person you want to keep at the top of the list.
- Tap Pin.
The conversation will appear at the top of your Messages app until you unpin it.
How to unpin conversations on your iPhone
- Open the Messages app.
- Tap Edit.
- Tap Edit Pins.
- Tap the minus sign – on the conversation you want to unpin.
How to pin links on iPhone
7 tips and tricks to make Windows 11 more useful
You may want to check out a few changes in Windows 11. They can help you maintain focus or provide faster ways to get things done. You can even play around with some settings to make the new Windows feel like past versions. We’ll go through some of them to help you get started.
Hidden features to try now on your Windows PC or Mac
I’m often asked if the latest Mac or Windows update is ready for prime time. Unfortunately, most of us have dealt with enough buggy software that we’re hesitant to hit “install” on a significant upgrade.
If you haven’t jumped up to macOS Monterey or Windows 11, I can safely say it’s time. Before you update, take one important step and make sure you have enough space for it. Tap or click here to see how much storage is available on your computer.
Update alert! New Windows 10 and Windows 11 fixes live
Patch Tuesday is a common practice among tech companies, accumulating updates and releasing them on the second Tuesday of every month. This doesn’t mean we won’t see updates at other times.
Apple released iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Apple TV updates this past Tuesday. If you have an Apple device, you have an update waiting for you. Tap or click here for a breakdown of the updates and how to get them.
Who asked for this? If you don’t like how Microsoft put the Start menu for Windows 11 in the middle of the screen, move it back to its original home on the left. Head to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behaviors. Crisis averted!
Secret button in your Windows 10 and 11 taskbar: Clicking it will minimize everything you have open. It’s located in the bottom right corner of your screen, past the time and notification icon — a tiny sliver. Click it again to bring your stuff back. Good one!
When you just need space to think: Press Windows key + D on a PC to close all your open windows to the taskbar and see only your desktop. On a Mac, press Cmd + M to minimize your open windows.
Now you see it, now you don’t: Give your apps and webpages a little more elbow room by hiding the Windows taskbar. You can set it to auto-hide by right-clicking on it and selecting Taskbar settings > Taskbar behaviors > Automatically hide the taskbar.
Take the shortcut: Need something quickly on your Windows PC? Make it a shortcut on your desktop. Drag apps (from the taskbar), files (from File Explorer) and websites (from your browser’s address bar) right to the desktop to create shortcuts.
Update your Windows PC now to patch 2 zero-days, 119 other flaws
It’s been six months since Microsoft began rolling out Windows 11, and as usual, it’s been a work in progress. This is normal for a new operating system as developers work out the bugs and release updates.
One of the most significant changes with Windows 11 is the new Apple-like interface. The taskbar was also overhauled to make it easier to find your most-used apps. More changes coming to the new OS include automatic framing, background blur and background noise suppression. Tap or click here for details.
Can’t find the Start menu after the latest Windows update? You’re not alone
Microsoft’s Windows 11 might be the company’s latest operating system, but some users aren’t sure if it’s the greatest. Since its launch late last year, it has been plagued with flaws and vulnerabilities. Tap or click here for why your Windows 11 PC could be suffering from a nasty slowdown bug.
5 best Windows 11 utilities to get more out of your PC
Windows 11 has been out since early October, and users are learning their way around the latest version of Microsoft’s operating system. While you may not be eligible to upgrade just yet, be patient and check out some of the things you can look forward to.
Windows 11 is here - How to upgrade and features you have to try
The next iteration of Microsoft’s Windows operating system is finally here. Tap or click here for the best Windows 11 features. The download is made available for free and packs a host of new features.
The beta version has been available to Windows Insiders for some time, and reviews seem positive (so far). At first glance, it looks like Microsoft took all the best elements from macOS and Linux, swirled them around a bit and slapped a Windows logo on it.
Best Windows 11 features and how to try it now
The next version of Microsoft’s operating system will be a free update for qualifying users and will launch later this year. Windows 11 promises a new look and better performance, along with new features across the board.
5 new Windows 10 features to try right now
Microsoft updates bring new features, security patches, updated drivers and bug fixes. That doesn’t mean they always go smoothly. Those same updates often leave Windows users frustrated or staring at the Blue Screen of Death.
Work faster and smarter by adding this feature to your computer
If you have ever tried to do a lot of repetitive work on your computer, you find that you quickly run into some limits. Luckily, there’s is a solution that can help boost a procedure you’ve been using for years and can add some new features. This will help you work faster and smarter.