Today's Patch Tuesday traditionally brings updates for all supported releases of Windows 10. Versions 21h1, 20h2, and 2004 share the KB5004237 update due to their unified code base. Other Windows release that receive the updates are 1909,1809, 1607, and 1507.
Windows 11 Control Panel Commands to Open Applets Directly
Here is the list of Windows 11 Control Panel commands to open its applets directly. You can type these commands into the Run dialog, or create a shortcut for such a command. The shortcuts will allow you to open the Control Panel items faster, or pin the to the Start or taskbar.
Windows 11 ms-settings Commands (Settings URI Shortcuts)
This post will provide you the list of Windows 11 ms-settings commands. Using them, you can create a shortcut to any page of the Settings app or open it idirectly. Almost all pages of Settings can be opened directly with an ms-settings command.
Google Updates Sharing Hub in Chrome with Social Media Links
Not so long ago, we covered a new feature or Chrome and Edge - Sharing hub. It is a nifty feature that adds the ability to quickly copy the link, cast it, or generate a QR code. Google expanded this functionality with links to popular social networks and emails.
Firefox 90 released, here are the changes
Mozilla releases Firefox 90, a new major version of the browser. The most notable change is background updates, that install new Firefox version even when the app is not running. Also, FTP is dead in this release, without an option to revive and restore it.
Microsoft details new features coming soon to Edge
In the latest update to Microsoft Edge Roadmap, which is available on the official Edge Insider website, the company revealed new features and capabilities coming soon to the browser. Some of those features are already available in the Dev and Canary channels, while others are yet to arrive in future updates. Here are the most interesting additions on track to come this year. They include PDF, PWA, UI, notifications, and other improvements.
How to Boot Windows 11 in Safe Mode
This post will show you five ways to boot Windows 11 in Safe Mode. Safe Mode is an integral part of Windows that comes in handy when bad software or drivers cause frequent crashes, and is preventing the system from working properly. Some people also use Safe Mode to properly delete GPU drivers or other software.
How to Hide the Recycle Bin Icon in Windows 11
There is a simple way to hide the Recycle Bin icon in Windows 11. Some users delete files directly, so the icon on desktop becomes useless for them. By default, Windows 11 does not place many icons on the Desktop. The only shortcuts you can find after clean Windows 11 installation are Microsoft Edge and Recycle Bin.
Tab Search is now available in Edge Canary
Not so long ago, Google introduced a new feature called "Tab Search." You can invoke Tab Search using the Ctrl + Shift + A shortcut or a somewhat controversial button next to the window controls in the upper-right corner. Many users complained about how ugly that button is and how it stands out from regular "close," "maximize," and "minimize" buttons. Recently, Chromium developers finally fixed the problem by redesigning the tab search button, which now looks on par with other window controls.
How to Enable Spatial Sound in Windows 11
You can enable Spatial Sound in Windows 11, which is also known as "3D Audio." It provides a better experience by creating more immersive sound. When you turn on Spatial Audio on a compatible device, it feels like the sound comes from around you, not directly in front of you. Spatial Sound makes watching movies more immersive and can also improve your gaming skills by letting you feel the direction of the sound.
