When you double click a file in File Explorer, it will be opened with an associated app. Apps can handle not only files but also various network protocols like HTTP (your default browser), BitTorrent or protocol handlers like tg: (a Telegram link), xmmp: (Jabber links) or skype: for the popular VoIP app. Here is how to set Default App Associations in Windows 10.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Disable App Notifications on Lock Screen in Windows 10
The Lock screen was first introduced in Windows 8. It is a security feature which shows a fancy image when your PC is locked. By default, Lock screen shows notifications from installed apps. You may want to disable them for your own privacy and safety.
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Disable Lock Screen Notifications in Windows 10.
Use this tweak to disable or enable Lock Screen notifications from apps in Windows 10.
Hotkey to Make Store Apps Fullscreen in Windows 10
Windows 10 comes with a new hotkey which will allow you to make a Store app fullscreen with a single keystroke. This hotkey is little known and we just discovered it with the help of one of our readers. For apps like Edge, Settings or Mail, you can make them fullscreen easily with this shortcut key combination.
Manage Battery Usage by App in Windows 10
One of the power management features of Windows 10 is the ability to manage battery usage per app. Starting with the Anniversary Update release, Windows 10 allows the user to inspect and manage battery usage by app. Here is how it can be done.
Disable Power Throttling in Windows 10
A couple of days ago, Microsoft revealed a new power saving option they are working on. It is a new feature, called "Power Throttling", which should improve the battery life of laptop and tablets on processors which support it.
Everything you need to know about Firefox 53
Yesterday, Mozilla released a new version of their browser. Firefox 53, a new update for the stable branch, comes with a number of changes which may be not welcomed by some users. Let's see what has changed.
Windows 10 Build 16179 is out for Fast Ring Insiders
Microsoft today released Windows 10 build 16179. It represents the upcoming Windows 10 "Redstone 3", the next feature update to Windows 10 Creators Update build 15063. The new build is available now for Fast Ring Insiders. Let's see what has changed.
Enable App Icons on Taskbar in Tablet Mode in Windows 10
Tablet Mode is a special touchscreen-oriented mode in Windows 10. When enabled, it changes the behavior of the Start menu and turns it into a fullscreen Start experience. Universal apps also open full screen and desktop apps open maximized in Tablet Mode. By default, the operating system does not show app icons on the taskbar when in Tablet mode. Here is how to make taskbar icons visible.
Change ClearType Font Settings in Windows 10
ClearType is a special technology which makes the text in classic Desktop apps look sharper, clearer, and easier to read. Initially implemented in Windows XP, it is supported by all modern Windows versions. In this article, we'll see how to change ClearType font settings in Windows 10.
