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Category: Windows 10

Microsoft has removed all update blocks for Windows 10 versions 20H2 and 2004

Microsoft has announced that they managed to resolve all the upgrade blocking issues for Windows 10 version 2004, and version 20H2. Now owners of Conexant or Synaptics devices can finally to get the latest version of the operating system.

Microsoft reportedly delayed Windows 10X again, considers canceling it

Windows 10X, the upcoming lightweight operating system version, is delayed again. Microsoft was about to shift it release date to the second half of 2021 from the initially planned first half of 2021. Now, the Redmond firm is not going to release it in 2021, and also considering to kill the project.

How to check OneDrive free space and available storage capacity

Here are two methods you can use to check OneDrive free space and available storage capacity.

OneDrive is a cloud-based storage from Microsoft that offers 5GB of space for free for every customer. Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) subscribers get 1TB with no additional cost as part of their plan, but those who need even more space can upgrade up to 2TB. Microsoft used to offer unlimited storage to Microsoft 365 subscribers, but the company ditched that option several years ago following some cases of unlimited storage abuse. Still, 2TB is more than enough for a vast majority of users.

How to Disable Folder Options in Windows 10

You can enable or disable Folder Options in Windows 10 for users if you want to prevent them from changing File Explorer settings. Folder Options is a special dialog that allows changing settings and preferences for the built-in file manager of Windows 10. The dialog includes three tabs General, View, and Search. The changes you made here can be applied to all folders.

Microsoft finally removes ancient Windows 95-era icons from Windows 10

It is not a secret that Windows 10 has UI consistency issues since the very first version. Microsoft tried to fix design problems many times, but things are still far from perfect and only worsen with every attempt. In fact, you do not need to dive deep into the jungles of the operating system to dig out design pieces that date back to Windows 95. Try to change an icon on the Desktop, and you will quickly discover some seriously old-school images. The good news is that Microsoft plans to fix this problem. At least, partially. This year, Windows 10 is to get a major redesign, codenamed "Sun Valley." A refreshed set of icons is part of that effort.

A bug in Windows Defender creates tons of junk files

Windows Defender is a solid anti-virus solution that comes free together with every consumer-based Windows SKU. Microsoft significantly improved the quality of its anti-virus software, and it is now considered one of the best in class. Still, it is not immune to weird bugs and issues. Once, it falsely marked Winaero Tweaker as malware and now fills up users' drives with tons of junk files.

How to Change Default Lid Close Action on Windows 10

Here's how you can change the default Lid close action on Windows 10. The Lid Close Action setting is a special power option that allows specifying the default action to take when the laptop lid is closed. You can set it to one of the following actions: sleep, hibernate, shut down, or just do nothing.

Add Open in Windows Terminal as Administrator to Context menu

You can add Open in Windows Terminal as Administrator to Context menu in Windows 10 File Explorer, so this entry will allow you to open the app elevated from the right-click menu in the current folder.

When you have Windows Terminal installed, it add the Open in Windows Terminal entry to the right-click menu of folders in File Explorer. In addition, you can add a new administrative menu command, so you can have the app open in the folder of your choice running elevated.

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