Tips for getting more out of Windows 10

Get timesaving shortcuts, photo editing basics, and new ways to stay organized with the Tips app. It’s a great source of how-to videos and simple step-by-step tutorials.

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Get organized

Spruce up your desktop, customize your start menu, and save stuff in Sticky Notes.

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Keystrokes can save a step

Cut out extra clicks with keyboard shortcuts. These 10 tips will have you typing like a pro.

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Simplify the things you want to do

Check out all the new features in the most recent Windows 10 update.

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More efficient means more effective

There’s a reason why almost 1 billion people use Windows 10: It’s made for getting things done.

Find it, fix it, and focus

Check out these great Windows 10 features that were built to bring out your best work.

Windows 10 for each of us

Whether you have a disability, a personal preference, or a unique work style, Windows 10 adapts to you.

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Need a larger screen? A brighter screen? A narrator to read text? Find out about accessibility tools and features for people who are blind, color blind, or have low vision.

LEARN ABOUT VISION-RELATED TOOLS

For those who are hard of hearing, have hearing loss, or have deafness, our specialized features can provide solutions including closed captioning, mono sound, and live call transcription.

EXPLORE HEARING-ASSISTIVE TOOLS

Innovative tools such as dictation and Windows Hello sign-in can make the digital world more accessible for those who live with dyslexia, seizures, autism, or other cognitive differences.

DISCOVER TOOLS FOR NEURODIVERSITY

Our applications for people living with learning disabilities can help increase focus, concentration, and understanding—and include tools to improve reading and writing skills.

READ ABOUT TOOLS FOR LEARNING

Our suite of products helps people living with arthritis, quadriplegia, spinal cord injuries, and other mobility issues to navigate the digital world in non-traditional ways.

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Make sure you’re up to date

Significant changes to the Windows update process will improve your experience, and also offer more control with less hassle. Are you on the latest version?

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1 Includes pictures and videos stored on the PC hard drive and in OneDrive, and requires all devices to be synced with OneDrive.
2 Availability and functionality may vary on non-Windows devices. Based on average times; battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors. Visit https://microsoftedge.github.io/videotest/2019-05/video.html for more details. 4K Ultra HD exclusivity is limited to PCs. 4K works in both Microsoft Edge and Netflix app. Netflix Ultra HD plan required. Only 7th Gen Intel Core processor devices and higher can decrypt 4K DRM.
3 Pen-capable PC required, pen accessory may be sold separately.  
4 Timeline shows 3-5 days of past activities, including activities done on a tablet and mobile phone when users are signed into their Microsoft accounts. To see up to 30 days of activities, users must choose this option in settings.  
5 Requires specialized hardware, including fingerprint reader, illuminated IR sensor or other biometric sensors and capable devices.