Microsoft is now releasing PowerToys 0.18 with a Spotlight-like launcher app for Windows 10. The tiny app is intended to become a powerful addition to the classic Run dialog with a number of unique and useful features. There is a new Keyboard Manager tool, and automatic update system, too.
Windows Terminal Has Reached Version 1.0
Microsoft has released the first stable Windows Terminal version to the public. You can get it from Microsoft Store, and on GitHub.
Enable Tab Groups Collapse in Google Chrome
How to Enable Tab Groups Collapse in Google Chrome
Starting in Google Chrome 80 the browser introduces a new GUI feature - Tab Grouping. It allows combining individual tabs into visually organized groups. Chrome Canary now allows you to collapse your tab groups.
Firefox 84 will no longer support Adobe Flash
Mozilla will completely remove Adobe Flash support from the Firefox browser in December, 2020. Version 84 of the browser won't include the code to load the Flash plugin.
Windows 10 on ARM Receives Support for 64-bit x86 Apps
Windows 10 on ARM will soon allow running traditional desktop apps, but only 64-bit. Microsoft is working to add support for x86 applications via a special emulation layer. This will allow the OS to get a variety of software which wasn't previously available on ARM.
Add Default Apps to Desktop Context Menu in Windows 10
How to Add Default Apps to Desktop Context Menu in Windows 10
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. The default app associations can be set from Settings. For your convenience, you can add Default Apps to the Desktop context menu to access it faster.
Create a Sync Clock Time Shortcut in Windows 10
How to Create a Sync Clock Time Shortcut in Windows 10
Internet Time (NTP) is a very useful way to keep your PC's time accurate automatically. Once configured, Windows will request time data periodically from time servers, so you can be sure that time and date on your device are set properly. If this feature is disabled, the computer's clock might be out of sync. It is possible to create a special shortcut to sync clock manually.
Reset Hosts File Back to Defaults in Windows
How to Reset Hosts File Back to Defaults in Windows
Every Windows version comes with a special Hosts file which helps resolving DNS records. In addition to your network configuration, the file can be used to define a domain=IP address pairing which will have priority above the value provided by the DNS server. If the Hosts file is changed from default, resetting it can help resolve some connectivity issues.
Download Add Default Apps to Desktop Context Menu in Windows 10
Add Default Apps to Desktop Context Menu in Windows 10.
Use these Registry files to add or remove the 'Default apps' entry to the Desktop context menu in Windows 10. The undo tweak is included.
Download Sync Clock Time with Domain Shortcut for Windows 10
Sync Clock Time with Domain Shortcut for Windows 10.
Use this shortcut to sync the system clock time with your Active Directory domain in Windows 10.
