Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
2023APR04
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Windows 11 is testing this new option to help your laptop save energy
- Windows 11 Builds 22621.1537 and 22624.1537 just made their way to the Beta Channel.
- The update adds access keys in File Explorer, a new developer feature for collecting live kernel memory dumps and has a long list of changes and fixes.
- Both builds also add the option to use Content Adaptive Brightness Control on laptops and 2-in-1s when the devices are plugged in.
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You can now try Microsoft Loop, a Notion competitor with futuristic Office documents
Microsoft’s Notion competitor has futuristic Lego-like Office documents and its AI-powered Copilot assistant.
Further reading:
- Microsoft Loop - microsoft.com
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Microsoft Edge gains hidden split-screen feature for running two webpages under one tab
- A new feature flag in Edge enables a hidden split-screen mode.
- When enabled, it enables the ability to run two webpages under one tab.
- Benefits include being able to consolidate tabs and reduces duplicated browser interfaces.
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ChatGPT: how to use the AI chatbot everyone’s talking about
Made by OpenAI, well-known for having developed the text-to-image generator DALL-E, it’s currently available for anyone to try out for free. Here’s what ChatGPT is, how to use it, and how it could change the future of the internet.
Further reading:
- How to use Google Bard, the latest AI chatbot service - digitaltrends.com
- Battle of the chatbots: how does GPT-4 stack up against Bard? - ft.com
- Here's How To Get Access To Google's Bard AI Chat - slashgear.com
- Bing Chat: How to Use the AI Chatbot - howtogeek.com
- Top 10 best AI chatbots - androidheadlines.com
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Is the Esc Key Not Working in Windows? Try These Fixes
When the Esc key stops working on your Windows computer, you may have trouble closing dialogs and utilizing related keyboard shortcuts. A variety of factors can contribute to this issue, such as hardware problems, improperly configured settings, damaged keyboard drivers, and more. If you're not sure what's causing the problem, work your way through the following fixes to resolve the Esc key not working issue in Windows.
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Don't Pay for Microsoft Word! 5 Reasons to Use Office Online Instead
Microsoft 365 (formerly Microsoft Office) is the world's de facto standard for productivity suites, but did you know that most people don't need to pay for Microsoft Word and other apps? Thanks to Microsoft 365's free plan, formerly called Office Online, you can access simplified versions of the most popular Office apps for free.
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15 Common Ubuntu Terms, Jargon, and Lingo: Explained
Ubuntu is easily the most popular choice for an operating system if you're planning to switch to Linux. And if you want to make the transition easier, knowing the meaning of some common terms like sudo, package manager, LTS, and APT is a good idea.
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Android’s answer to AirDrop is finally coming to your Windows PC
Google’s answer to Apple’s AirDrop just got a big upgrade with the launch of its Nearby Share for Windows PC app beta.
Further reading:
- Wireless sharing with your PC, made easy. - google.com
- Google just copied the best MacBook feature for Windows — and you can try it right now - laptopmag.com
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Google AirTags: why the incoming Apple rivals could take over the world
Is Android about to take the AirTag concept to a whole new scale?
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How to use Google's Chrome Canvas drawing app
To give Chromebooks an advantage in this space, Google created the Chrome Canvas app as a central location for art composition on Chromebooks. Let's look at what Chrome Canvas is and how to use it.
