Windows 11 is packed with features that enhance user experience, but some of the best ones are hidden gems that many users might not know about.
Here are 10 hidden features of Windows 11 that can make your life easier:
Weather Widget in Taskbar: Get real-time weather updates right from your taskbar. Just enable widgets from the taskbar settings.
Mute/Unmute Mic from Taskbar: Quickly mute or unmute your microphone without opening any app. This feature is currently available for Microsoft Teams.
Share Any Window from Taskbar: Easily share your screen during video calls by hovering over an app or window on the taskbar and selecting “Share this window”.
Live Captions Anywhere: Turn on live captions for any audio playing on your system, including videos and meetings.
Voice Typing Anywhere: Type by speaking anywhere you have a text prompt, making it easier to input text.
Focus Sessions: Use the new Focus Sessions feature to stay productive by setting time limits for tasks and minimizing distractions.
Minimize Windows by Shaking: Shake a window to minimize all other open windows, helping you focus on one task at a time.
Scroll Over the Volume Icon to Change Volume: Adjust your volume by scrolling over the volume icon in the taskbar.
Instant Photo Transfer from Android: Transfer photos from your Android device to your PC with just a few clicks.
Built-in Image Editing in the Photos App: Edit your photos directly in the Photos app without needing third-party software.
Dynamic Lock : It automatically locks your screen when you’re away, to prevent unauthorized access. You just have to connect your PC to your phone via Bluetooth, it will lock your PC once your phone is out of range. To set it up: Go to settings > Accounts > Sign-in Options > Dynamic Lock
Multiple Tabs in File Explorer : Lets you open multiple tabs within the same window. You can open multiple tabs in File Explorer, making your files and folders more accessible and organized.
Snap Layouts : It allows you arrange multiple open apps in a grid on your desktop, maximizing your screen space. Press Windows + Z to organize all your apps and documents exactly where you want them, all on the same screen.
Quick Scan : Quickly scans your PC and finds out threats. Go to setting > Privacy & Security > Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection
These hidden features can significantly enhance your Windows 11 experience. Have you tried any of these features yet?
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