AutoPlay is a special feature of the shell which allows the user to quickly pick a desired action for various media types you have connected or attached to your computer. You can configure it to open your favorite image viewer app when you insert a disk with photos, or launch a media player app automatically for your drive containing media files. It saves your time, since the required app starts automatically every time you connect your device or insert your disk.
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Setup Program Improvements in Windows 10 version 1903
Windows 10 version 1903, also known as "19H1" and "April 2019 Update" is almost complete. Windows 10 version 1903 is expected to reach the RTM stage in March. A webcast issued by Microsoft reveals a number of changes made to the setup program. It now displays more details about errors which prevent the OS from upgrading.
Download Disable AutoPlay for All Drives
Disable AutoPlay for All Drives.
Use these Registry files to enable or disable the AutoPlay option for all drives in Windows 10. The undo tweak is included.
Block or Unblock Automatic File Downloads for Apps in Windows 10
When you use an online storage provider such as OneDrive to store online-only files, some Windows apps might download these files automatically. For example, a music player app such as Windows Media Player might download your online-only music files to play them. You can block certain apps from downloading your online files automatically.
Customize Narrator Cursor Settings in Windows 10
Narrator is a screen-reading app built into Windows 10. Narrator lets users with vision issues to use PC and complete common tasks. The user can change its voice, adjust the speaking rate, pitch, and volume. In this article, we will see how to customize its cursor settings.
Search in Windows 10 Now Includes a Top Apps Sections
As you may remember, Microsoft is testing an update to Cortana in Windows 10. In the latest Insider Preview build, developers separated Cortana and search in the taskbar by giving them individual taskbar buttons and flyouts. A server-side change adds a new section to the search pane.
The Skip Ahead Ring for Windows 10 19H2 is Now Open
As you may remember, Skip Ahead, the option which allows Insiders to test builds from the upcoming RS_PRERELESE branch, was not available for a while. It looks like the ability to join the cutting edge update branch has now been restored temporarily by Microsoft, so interested users can sign-up for upcoming 19H2 builds.
Download Force Enable Skip Ahead Ring in Windows 10
Force Enable Skip Ahead Ring in Windows 10.
Use these Registry file to force enable the Skip Ahead Ring in Windows 10. Restart the operating system after merging this file.
Firefox 66: Autoplaying Sound Blocker
Firefox 66 will include a new privacy option that will also block autoplay of sounds on websites. The option will be enabled by default for all users of Firefox for Android.. In Firefox for Desktop, the feature will be initially enabled in Firefox 66 for a select group of users.
Google Chrome 72 released
A new version of the most popular web browser, Google Chrome, released. Google Chrome 72 is now available for Windows, Linux, Mac and Android. Sporting a minimalist design, Chrome features a very powerful fast web rendering engine "Blink" to make your browsing experience faster, safer, and easier.
