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This manual will guide you through Microsoft's latest OS, offering you something new to learn on every page and providing you with the necessary knowledge to make Windows 11 work for you. In here you'll find tutorials and tips, secrets of the OS will be unlocked, and your understanding of how everything works will help make you become an advanced user. 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Rather than tweaking with the update settings, or delving into the murky depths of the command prompt, there’s an easier way to get the ball rolling and get you on and working with Windows 11. ae Before we go about running the update process it's worth checking that your system can actually run Windows 11. Many of us have already been down this route, and have discovered that we need to apply a few elements prior to installing the newest OS. from Microsoft nara) ‘TPN stands for Trusted Platform Module, and its task sto protect data through authentication, perform platform integrity utilise disk encryption, and store passwords and certificates. In short, it’s an extra layer of hardware protection to help stop your PC from being compromised orto stop many forms of malware from infecting the core components of your compute. Now that you know what TPM is, you can begin to understand Microsoft’ insistence oft being present before even allowing Windows 11 to be installed. Windows i, by quite a margin, the ‘most popular operating system in the world, and as such it’s the ‘main target for malware and many other very unpleasant things ‘out there in the wild world, By using TPM, Microsoft is under the ‘opinion that it's making things a litle more dificult for any hhackers and creators of malate. It is, however, totally possible to bypass the TPM requirements. ‘Anyway, in general ifyour computer is reasonably up to date, or roughly less than four years old, then there's a good chance that you have a TPM present in your system, For some systems, TPM ‘comes in the frm of an actual module that physically plugs into a socket on your motherboard, for most computers, though, TPM is offered via the processor. 8 wenddmpadicatons com What you will naed todo is drop into your B10S, this can normaly bbe done by tapping either the Del or F2 keys when you fist power Lup your computer (before it starts to boot into Windows). Naturally, different motherboard manufactures offer different keypresses, so you'll need to check with your manual. When inthe B105, look for Settings > Security > Trusted Computing, If you've got an AMD processor, you may also have to look for AMD CPUITPM. Enable both, if available, save the settings and reboot the computer before your prodaed, These entries wil differ from one motherboard to the next, as previously mentioned. You may need to Google your motherboard, ‘make and model number, together with the words ‘enable TPM, to see how to specifically enableit for you nce enabled, and rebooted into Windows 10, goto https;|/mww. rmicrosoft.com/en-gb/windows/windows-L1, and scroll to the bottom ofthe page and lick on the Download PC Health Check ‘App button to start the download process.‘Once it's downloaded, double-click to instal it. When installed, run the Health Check App, and look for the Check Now button in the Intraduction Windows 11 saction. click it, and you'll ba siven a teport as to whether your computer can run Windows 11 ‘oF not. if net, you're tald where it's falled and you can look up what to do next and remedy the situation. © THis PC meets Windows 1 requirements reat ens — Windons 1 coming soon! Check dee Speciation fraps ad features at exceed rina system, ‘requremerts ara Windows 1 features that ae aalabe n Windows 1 Wires unclean: ‘To force the update to Windows 11, providing your computer can handle t, you'll need to run the Windows 11 Installation Assistant; ‘Thisis.a separate app that enables Windows 10 users, who have a valid Windows license, to update their computers to the latest version of Windows 11 You'll need to ensure that you have at least version 2004 of, Windows 10 before you begin. I's worth goingto the Windows Update section inthe Settings and checking for te latest updates. Oe appa 8 np cena © yersser ten Updating to Windows 11 {falls well, head on over to https: /mwwamicrosoft.com/en-us) software-downioad/windows11, and locate the Windows 11 Installation Assistant section. Click on the Download Now button, to save the app to your computer. Locate the app on your computer, and double-lckitto begin the Windows 12 installation process. everything i as itshould be, you'll be presented with an install Windows 11 window. Click on the Accept and Install button to continue the process. ‘Next, the app will dawnload the necessary file and perform the forced installation of Windows 11. Ths could be anywhere between 220 minutes to nearly an hour - depending on the speed of your ‘computer, connection to the Internet and soon. Isa three-step process, and the final step will have you reboot the computer. Youll then néed to go through a Welcome process, and ‘once that’s done, the Windows 11 desktop wil load; retaining all, your files, desktop settings etc. ‘waubémeubictonscom 9Windows 11 - Getting Started Microsoft has greatly improved its initial Windows setup routine with intuitive guides. Where once you were simply delivered onto the desktop and left to your own devices, now Windows 11 ensures you can comfortably hit the ground running. Hello Windows 11 One of the first tasks to complete when you boot into Windows 11, is to run through the Getting Started guide. Here's how it works. You'l find the Getting Started guide in the Start ‘menu, when you lick the Windows logo button con the taskbar I's welcome to Windows setup wizard, and ‘makes sure you're ready to use your files, and get access to your work quickly and effectively, Onceit has opened, click the Get Started button to continue to the next step. Ifyou already have a OneDrive, or Microsoft, account, then click onthe Sign In button to enter your details and link your OneDrive withthe account on the Windows 11 PC you're currently setting up. you don't have a OneDrive account, click the Create Account button and then Hi David 1 fellow the on-screen instructions O Microsoft's use of OneDrive for both business and personal data has become one of the cornerstones ofthe company's services. OneDrive offers a secure space to store your data, which wil always be available no matter \what happens to your computer. Click on the Open File Explorer ‘button to begin your OneDrive setup and login, The perfect place for your files a B S y BRPRPIR tien youve completed the setup and logged into COneDrive, special folder within your user account (onthe PC willbe setup. This folder allows you to interact in real-time with the OneDrive cloud service, so any files created in the folder wil be automatically uploaded to OneDrive; and vice versa. = 10 yncbdmpubiations comNy ‘OneDrive will also setup an automated service that will backup any files and folders that you Bo store on the Desktop, in your Documents folder, and in your Pictutes folder. Click on the ‘Setting up folder back up’ link to add ‘more folders to backup, or deselect any you don’t want to, Th: ‘Back up your folders lL 8s ‘The next step in the Getting Started process has you viewing and selecting any of the popular ‘apas that are currently available for Windows 11. Naturally, you ‘an install these apps via the Windows Store ata later date, but hhaving them to begin with can reduce the amount of time you spend setting up the computer. 0 we © mute © rome 1 oy sc ‘eng atop BB Adore Photoshop Express. Image Editor, Adjustments, Fiters, Effects, Bord ox The service will help reduce the amount of space taken up on the PC, or other Windows 11 devices you're using, by utilising Files On Demand, Ths is an automatic Setup that will let you view and edit files on OneDrive without downloading them locally. You can, however, opt to makes files and folder Always Available, =—— Thi Aityour fies, ready and on-demand yO} wemortmnem eterna iy roe » » . 8 O Awe ‘an interesting element to the Getting Started BAAD sets are te informational sections such as this ‘one. fe details the new Search app that's located on the taskbar. It ‘alco highlights the new Start launch taskbar, and shows how easy tose, and pin any Apps to. One place to Start Search for anything, anywhere, pin the apps you use the most, and soe your recent files—Start is here for getting things done with fewer clicks and swipes wobsmeublcssonscom 11Windows 11 - Getting Started con ‘The Focus Asie sting i designed to help you oom) choose the notifications you'd like to see and hear withoutthe dations ofthese you do ey ntestion thats not setin the Pry Ist oF pps ll beaded tothe Noticatin area without dturbing your werkfow. lek the Open ecu ast settings button for farther information. ued... Wagets ae a resurfacing technology trom the ais pu Windows Vista days; only now they work a lot beter. This pana ofthe Gating Started setup shows you how to access your Widgets, and how to explore what's avaliable. The widget window scrolin rom the left ofthe screen, slight raised above the taskbar ESPRBT DD | icrosott Edge has seen some dramatic improvements over the years, so much so that its now regarded as one of the most secure, and fastest browsers available. Of course, if you prefer to use Chrome, Firefox or ‘another browser, then you're free to do so. Edge, however, Is built ‘on Chrome technologies, soit might be worth givingita go. PPB Linking your Android phone with Windows is a function that appeared in the early years of ‘Windows 10, Since then ithas improved significantly, and you can easily setup and configure the interface from this panel in the Getting Started guide. Simply lick the, Link your Android button to begin the connection process. Peed 32 yodmpubiations comThe new Chat icon in the taskbaris an element of Microsoft Teams. Teams has proved its worth in gold during lockdown, and has now been included by default in Windows 11 Its cross-platform, and easy to setup and use. Just, click on the Chat button inthe taskbar to begin the setup process. That's the Getting Started guide complete. You'l J now have a fully setup and working OneDrive with active folders, sorted out your notifications, launched and begun to use the Edge browser, and connected your Android phone, Before you do get started, we suggest you try the fellowing Now would be a good opportunity to check that q any specific hardware drivers are updated to Windows 11. To do this depends greatly on the type of hardware. For example, Nvidia GPUs will use the Nvidia GeForce Experience. ‘Simply click to open the hardware setup client, and follow the ‘on-screen instruction to apply the updates) a Rt Amie glans} if you have any older software, it's worth taking ‘a moment to test that itstil behaves the way you expectit to under Windows 11. f not, then look the Software up online, see if there's an update to Windows 11, or contact the developers directly to ask for guidance relating to the specific software ise Download the best VPN for PC in 2021 eer eh aCe Ed ered CaS Lae enscom 13Windows 11 Essentials Windows 11 looks a lot different to previous versions of the Oa Mee MC Ces eee een agecsolid Store, file menus, search and much more. It’s all ground- Le aA Rl Maem OM Cla aoe ere [ey before you can begin dive into more technical territory. Read on, and discover Windows 11 essentials.ec) (oh FeO R Er easel 7 5 4 Peco MOC Cues 16 18 Windows 11 Start Screen How to Use the Start Menu 20 Notifications and Quick Settings 22 Howto Use the Taskbar 24 Us 38 40 42 46 48 Using Widgets in Windows 11 Exploring Microsoft Edge How to Use the Edge Browser Exploring Windows Mail How to Use the Mail App 52 Searchin Windows 11 54 g Task View and Multiple Desktops 26 Using Snap Layout and Snap Groups 28 Inside the File Explorer 30 Howto Use File Explorer 56 Dates and Appointments with Calendar 32. Create and Manage Folders 58 Personalising Windows 11 34 64 Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts 36 Inside the Calendar App Connecting Your PC to the Internet Exploring the Windows 11 Settings vwvorbempublestonscom 15Windows 11 Start Screen The Windows 11 desktop user interface (UI) is a radical change from what we're used to with previous versions of Windows. The main differences are the new taskbar, Ne 16 ltifications and Widgets. EW ieee: feehegeeeean ter the left ofthe desktop when you ‘move your mouse over to the edge of the screen. You'll notice thatthe ‘Widget window is slight raised, this isto avoidit clashing with the ‘taskbar, to help keep the desktop clutter-free, You can also open them by pressing the Windows Key + W on your keyboard, ae a Search si A You can use the Search Seo nteeae field to look for more specific Widgets, and add them to your desktop fora = ‘more personalised desktop environment. Note that new Widgets are being added to Windows 11 almost on a daly bass. Keep an eye out, to see ifthe one you've always \anted makes an appearance. EER taskbar TeonTon Gol The new Windows 11 taskbar expands out from the centre ‘of the desktop now. The Windows Start button still works in the same \way, displaying installed apps and offering access to the 0S settings. Search The Search function within ‘Windows 11 greatly improved, and easier to find what you're looking for. 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Notifications The Notification Centre ‘and the taskbar are now combined, Click the set of icons that represent Wi-Fi, battery and so on, and the screen will expand upward to reveal more settings. In here you'l find ‘access to the important elements of the computer. Notifications will be displayed next tothe date; as and when they're needed. Ths allows you to focus more on what you're doing without unnecessary distractions, wwbsmeublcssonscom 17How to Use the Start Menu The Start menu has been given a big makeover for Windows 11, simplified in some ways and expanded in others. It may look a bit empty when compared to the Windows 10 Start menu, but itis still the main way to access your installed apps, software and games. Get to Grips with Start Ifyou have used Windows 10, the Start menu shouldn't hold too many surprises for you, but itis still a good idea to familiarise yourself with its features. ESRB The completely redesigned Start menu is opened by clicking on the Windows icon in the taskbar, or by pressing the Windows Key on your keyboard. It pens above the taskbar icons, floating in the middle ofthe screen. twill, ‘appear over the top of any open windows. e oO 8 ssa. SOonGdoesu«d Ifthe app you want to opens shown, click the icon to open it. fnot, you can click the “All Apps" button to open the fll, scrollable list of apps. You can change the apps that appear here by right-clicking on the con and choosing “Unpin/Pin to Start” from the action menu, Gee mnnie oO swans mens The Start menu is arranged in four main sections: Search, Pinned Apps, Recent or Recommended Files and Account/Power. licking in the Search field will switch to the dedicated Search panel, rather than letting you type your search term directly into the Start menu, a In the app menu, apps are sorted alphabetically, except fora Most Used section at the top. you cick the til of that section (or anyother Section heading), a etter ri wil appear, allowing you to Guickly skip toa specific section ofthe apps ist. 18 yocbdmpubiations com‘The Recommended section shows es that have See been recently opened, or that have been opened frequently, lion any lean to open thei whatever app) program ti associated with, Click the" More” button tothe ight Toopenalargertsto les. How to Use the Start Menu Use the sliders to enable or disable Stat menu SUE features you want or no longer want. To add folders tothe Start meng, click the folders option inthe Start settings and then use the sider switches to ad any ofthe preset folders you want or need quck accesso = SS = goutoesuwo ‘The bottom section contains a link to the Microsoft Account menu. Click ths to change ‘account settings, lock your computer or sign out ofthe current ‘account, At the other end of the section is the power button. Click this and choose from the available power options. wougoees+0 ‘Open the Start menu again to see the newly added (or removed features). You may not Initially notice any difference to the apps lis ifyou have not yet used any apps repeatedly. The folders you added can be found next to the power button in the bottom section. Its also pestle to splay your most used apps tnd aselecton of folders inthe Start meno. To. enable these fates, open the main stings menu fou should ‘see the icon for this in the pinned apps] and click on the Personalisation setion Then choo the start option. BPP 1's not possible to resize the start menu, nor possible to change the style of it. You can change the overall colour mode (ight, dark or custom), which will change the colour ofthe Start menu along with other main elements of the interface such as the taskbar, resbodrpubtatioscom System eskror. 106 sam ee cmt sp 7 Penontaton 0 etek cot rt i hom Soars 0 Sr we 3 To ‘amie vwvorbemublesvons.com 19Notifications and Quick Settings There have always been pop-up messages in Windows but now there is a centralised way in which these are viewed and interacted with. In Windows 11, this is called the Notification Center, it works more like the notifications panel on a smartphone or tablet. Exploring the Notification Center ‘The Notification Center is an important and useful element in Windows 11, providing you with access to the calendar as well as notifications and alerts, ‘New notifications and alerts will pop up atthe bottom-right comer ofthe screen (by default, but you can change the notification settings), disappearing after afew seconds. After the initial pop-up has disappeared, you can view all current notifications by licking onthe time/date in the taskbar. Unlike Windows 10, the Notification Center (which was called the Action Center previously) only contains notifications and alerts, not quick settings. It does, include the calendar now, which is expanded by clicking the arrow next tothe date at the bottom of the notification panel, Ggoeeuson BRRPER You cansceit there arenew notifications waiting tobeviewed by the badge that will appear on the comer ofthe time/datein the taskbar. You can turnoff these ‘badges in the setings, but they are a useful and unobtrusive way tosee, ata glance, if you have something requiring your attention Tapeas=o FREI ee ects rotate vata te Sonor wa pales 98 AF 8% cmanon®@ < 20 wenbampubicaons com —Notifications and Quick Setting: POPPI | &cthetop ofthe Notations panel isa button to BRPRTE to manage your notification display settings, 20 clear all notifications. You can clear notifications to Settings > System > Notifications. Here you individually by hovering the pointer over them and clckingthe X.You can choose the apps/features which can send you notifications, ‘can also click the menu button on each notification toseesome _using the slider switches. Click the name of the app to see further notification settings, such as setting similar messages asa privity. settings, such as whether a sound is played, and the priority level. Quick Settings Panel Unlike in the previous version of Windows, Windows 11 separates the quick settings panel from the Notification Center. ESS BER To access the quicksettings panel inwindows 11, RSME Right-click anywhere on the Quick Settings panel press Windows Key + a. The panel will appear in the toseea link to “Edit quick settings” Click this and ‘same positon on screen as the Notification Center By defaultthe the buttons willbe greyed out, and unpin icons will appear on each. panel contains buttons to quickly enable/disable Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Click these to remove a button from the panel. You can also click Flight Mode, Battery Saver if using a laptop] and Focus Assist. the + button at the bottom to add other quick settings buttons. BORER ere aeats ters to contol screen bigness Some ofthe quit setings buttons withave an rojeate ecematea i ae appearinthe quick stings pan! wil vary, depencingon you open new pane with ther optns fo that parlor etre. For _are using a desktop or a laptop computer, At the bottom of the example, the Wi-Fi button will open alist of available networks, and A ‘Panel isa button to open the main Windows 11 settings app. Keyboard Layout will open alist of the different layouts available, wobsmeublcssonscom 22How to Use the Taskbar Hfyou are moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11, the taskbar will likely be the first and most obvious change you notice. The taskbar has always been a useful tool, but in Windows LLit becomes the real focus of the desktop and contains even more features and tools. Mastering the Windows 11 Taskbar ‘The taskbar has always been more useful than many users realise. In Windows 11 the emphasis has shifted much more towards a simplified, but still powerful, selection of pinned tools/apps. CENT The taskbar runs the fll length of the bottom of the screen, and is now divided into two main sections: Start Menu/Pinaed App and ‘System Tools. in Windows 11 the taskbar app icons are arranged in the centre ofthe taskbar (elthough this can be changed), with system tools on the right. apeaoees “The fist icon inthe row of taskbar icons isthe Start menu button. Clicking this opens the Start menu directly above the icons. You can right-click the Stat ‘menu button to see ajump menu of adelitiona inks and tools, “These include a shortcut to shut down orsign out of your computer. Nee atm Tr rearem or Raconmended >) tine reteyn ase a B nmeednptetoncon a) BOouGoeps “The embedded search field of Windows 10 isgone, replaced by a button (magnifying ass) that opens anew system search panel. This unified search allows you to nat only search fr things on your computer, but also in OneDrive and fr results from websites. As you begin ‘yping, search suggestions appear. aor aoce™ BORAT the thicd button in the row of taskbar icons: ‘opens Task View. Task View is nat a new feature to Windows, but ithas been slightly changed and streamlined for this version. Task View allows you to quickly see every app and window you have open, switch between them and even create new desktops, 22 _wenbampubicavons com‘The fourth default button opens the Widget panel, ‘onthe left side of the screen. The widget panel can be customised to suit your needs with information such as weather, Photos, stock rics, sports results and news stores. As Windows 11 develops, itistkely even more functionality willbe added. Tale CoMO oR UME ¢0r-] ED geen cceaopicnine Taskbar brings upa Peek preview of the window. Ifa movie is playing, for example, you will se it playing here too. if you mouse over the preview, the actual app ‘or window will pop up on screen. You wil also see an Xto clase the window, without actually selecting it. mpenoves “The hugerecent eof remote wordng deel video reins peso vny explain wy Mcovot have emboddd Teams as partof Windows TL once you areseeup and sired into your Teams account, licking tis button vill open te star mestingintrae. aougoes The lghthand sie of he taskbar ols Salus reserved for the system tools, the time ‘and date (which opens the Notification Center upon a click) {and the Show Desktop button. The system tools will vary depending on your computer, but may include battery status, WiFi status, Sound and OneDrrive. esa ao {few other apps and other software will ME Sinnod tothe taskbar when you fst, use your Windows 11. You can add several more as and when you choose. To pin compatible apps, right-click on the app icon anywhere you see it (Start menu for example), and then click Pin to Taskbar. os You have quite alot of free reign when itcomes to which apps you have showing inthe taskbar. Open Settings > Personalisation > Taskbar Here you can use the slider switches to enable or disable the default apps that appear. You can also change the alignment ‘of the pinned apps back tothe left os = i ————— @ nee ee 28 nto at 9 S ees Dee REET Sy moses . MW wm | teem FE seem Ea A mth tase wougdoess wobsmeublcssonscom 23Using Task View and Multiple Desktops Task View was introduced properly in Windows 10, as a way to make multi-tasking easier and allowing the creation of extra desktop areas. In Windows 11 it’s even easier to instantly check and switch to open windows; and to create and manage mul Using Task View le desktops. Task View is a quick way to view and manage all of the windows and apps open on your PC at any given moment, even those that are minimised. pore Task Vewis accessed by clicking the third icon in the taskbar, the white square on the black square. The Task View screen is split into two sections: Open tasks and desktops. Any apps or windows you have open, even ifthey are currently minimised, wll be cisplayed inthe open tasks panel ‘The size and shape ofthe windows shown in Task View depend on the size and shape ofthe actual window. For example, f you have Microsoft Edge open at full screen, itil be displayed as a wide rectangle in Task View. Ifyou hhave alot of windows apen, the open tasks panel wil be scrollable. Click on any window or app in Task View to open itat ful size on the desktop. twill appear infront of any windows you already had open and visible on the desktop, You can also close windows or apps directly from the Task view. Just hover the mouse over the window and clickthe X button. woegoess ifyouright-lck on one ofthe windowsapps shown Task View, you wil see several mor options. 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Click or tap the New Desitop button a the bottom Gu of the Task View screen and you will see an entirely new and blank desktop. you had any apps or windows open inthe main desktop, they won't be open here, Don’t worry, they haven't been closed they arestillopen onthe other desktop. With Task View open, right click on one of the desktop previews atthe bottom and you can choose a different background wallpaper {making identifying Which desktop you are on currently easier), and also you can ‘choose to move a desktop to the left or right, switching which ‘one s the main desktop, To get around this problem, open the Task View and ight click on an app or window. From the ‘menu, choose ether “Show this window on all desktops” or “Show \windows from this app on all desktops”. You can also use this menu tomave apps or windows between your open desktops, Ifyou hover over the apps and windows shown Inthe Open Tasks panel, you will see an X ‘appear; now you can close superfluous desktops down to save resources, Doing this daesn't clase any apps dawn, so you don't ‘need to manually move them yourself Itjust automatically adds them tothe main desktop for you wwbsmeublcssonscom 25Using Snap Layout and Snap Groups Snap Layouts and Snap Groups, while similar to Snap Assist in Windows 10, are completely new features for Windows 11. Each is designed to make your life easier by giving you new ways to organise and retrieve apps and windows on a busy desktop. Using Snap Layouts ‘Snap Layouts are a quick and easy way to organise a busy or cluttered desktop. They are similar to Snap Assist, but are created in a new and different way. ‘Snap Layouts can be created with just one open Your other open windows/apps will appear as app or window, but really come into their own previews in one of the other layout positions. when several are open. Move your mouse over the Maximise Click one of them to open it in that layout position. The process ‘button (top-right commer) of any open app or window, without __isthen repeated for any other open windows, if you choose a clicking, tera second, a brand new menu will pop up, showing layout with more than 2 spaces. Windows are automatically the available layouts you can use. resized to fit in the layout. ‘There are-4 preset layouts available (at present, Ifyou now ty to move a window or app out ofthe although mare may be added): 2 equal windows layout, it will switch back tits orginal dimensions side-by-side, 2 unequal windows side-by-side, 3 windows and equal when itunsnaps from the grid. You can create multiple Snap Layauts, windows, Click on whichever you want touse, and the window/app each containing diferent apps/windows. These remain until the you used to open the layout wil snap into one of the positions. windows are lesed or remaved fram the group, 26 _wenbdmpubicavons.cmBRPIRPERR | Youcanchange the cimension ofthe layout once BRPRREAIE | You cansnap apps and windows into postion using youhhave created one, With the layout open, hover keyboard shortcut as well. Highlight awindow your muse over the line where the windows meet, ether harizontally andl then prass Windows Key + one ofthe arrow keys. Depending on ‘or vertically. Awider bar will appear, which you can clckand dragto which direction you press, the window will snap left, right, up or ‘change the horizontal or vertical dimensions of the layout. down. Combine kay presces to snap up and lf, for example Boedoe moedoees Using Snap Groups Snap Groups are an extension of Snap Layouts, keeping snapped apps and windows together even when the layout is minimised. BRPRETD once youhave created aSnap Layout, or multiple IRIE you use mutiple desktops, you can move Snap layouts, you can minimise the whole thing (by Groups to ary ofthe additional desktop areas. Just licking the Show Desktop button on the right ofthe Taskbar) or __open the Task View, and then rightclick on each ofthe apps or minimise each individual app or window. 8s longaasthey are not windows nthe group and choose, “Show this window on all desktop” closed, the layout persists asa Snap Group, The group will automatically be recreated on the other desktop. SPREE fyoumove your mouse over any ofthe Taskbar FOPIPR You can ind aot of itferent settings for how icons of apps or windows ina group, two Peek windows snap in the main settings> System > ‘windows will pop up. One shows the ap on its own, and they other Mult-tasking. Click the Snap windows option and alist of cfferent shows the app in the group. To re-open the group, jst click on the settings willopen. You can aso, if you wish, completely tur off _oup preview. To open the app on its own, click that preview. window snapping here using the slider switch. gougdoeas wwrbsmeublcssonscom 27Inside the File Explorer Although the File Explorer is much the same as it was in previous versions of Windows, it’s still worth exploring it further. The File Explorer is one of the most overlooked tools in Windows, but if you want to be able to find your accumulated photos, music files, word documents and other files, without having to use Search every time, it’s definitely something you should be familiar with. File Explorer Toolbar The simplified Explorer toolbar sti contains all of te tool you need to manage the diferent fis and folders you can view. Once you have selected ail o folder inthe main pane, more tools become active. You can also click the "Nore menu” button to see addtional options [EBB Nvigation Pane - Folders Thelefthand sidebar contains list of aiferet feelers on your computer ceking on any ofthe les shown hee wil csplay the eater ete eet rer The list is split into sections, including Quick ‘Aczessecent, OneDrve and This PC you Hettclekon a blank ares you can choose to Beetected Info Bar The thin bar along the bottom of the File Explorer displays several bits of useful information. fnothing in the main window is selected, the inf bar shows the total number of items in the selected folder. Click on a fle and the filesize is also shown here. if you select several files, the number of items selected is shown, along withthe total sizeof all selected items combined. Folder Contents Pane When a folderis selected in the File Location sidebar, ts contents areshownin the ‘main pane, The contents of any single folder may vary greatly ofcourse, but Windows uses standard iconsto show Word documents, textiles, various different image formats and shortcuts to apps and software. As you can see here, images will usualy be displayed asa thumbnail unless view settings 28 orn bmpubleton cm such as Bur to disc and Compress to Zip le have been changed. comes Roms cin prow _ = inven Slants myecRomreit wglctal ts ENDO as Qn &. ee a aatS(elch en eagl (cai olcog Menus Youill have noticed by now that Windows 11 has some fancy new icons in place of the previous cut, paste, ‘copy, rename and so on, They may a litle getting used to, especially if your muscle memory mouse finger keeps hitting the ‘wrong icon! Don't worry, though, it won't ‘take long to adapt. eS \dow Controls Almost every window that opens in Windows includes these contrals. From left to right they are: Minimise, Maximise and Close. In Windows 11, moving the mouse over the ‘maximise button brings up the Snap Layouts panel. Right-clicking on the control bar will show you a couple of extra controls, including Restore, Move and Size, Se Cty eet eee folders that are the de Camera Roll Mu Pictures and Videos. You can renee ee nen eeeror eee ere Fam Search The familar Search Bar may ook identical to previous versions of Windows, however, there's alt more going on under the hood. Windows 1 utilises new search patterns, making it faster and ease of wnat you're ater Preview Pane If the preview pane is enabled, approximately a third ofthe File Explorer window will be reserved fora preview of any selected files. Normally, only image, html and text files will display a preview in this pane. The preview pane can be increased or decreased in Size by clicking and dragging the scroll bar to the leftofit. Folder View “The two buttons here let you choose between viewing the contents of the folder in a thumbnail format or alternatively, as alist. When the folder items are displayed as alist, you can choose to display a varying amount of information, including date last modified, fle ype and file siz. items shown as alist will stil display ‘a proview inthe Proview Pane when selected, The View Tab cere Pee ee a eee eke ee has @ permanent check box next tot. ab is the Serer Seer anHow to Use File Explorer You can just use the powerful and improved search feature to find files and documents; but the new, simplified File Explorer is often a better choice, especially if you are looking for groups of files or want to preview several files to find the right one. What’s New in File Explorer? File Explorer is a much undervalued part of Windows. And while it hasn’t fundamentally changed for several versions of the operating system, Windows 11 has made some changes, which we'll take you through here. The way you browse files in Windows 11 is similar to previous versions of Windows, but File Explorer has been slightly simplified. The main Quick ‘Access window shows you your most frequently used folders {after all, how many of us dip into more than five or ten folders, ina day?) and also recent file. + ses rr 2 & ie “There are new icons across all File Explorer views. And there are a lot more file operations that you can access on the menu at the top of the window (known as the ‘ribbon’, without the need to use the rightclick ‘menu, This makes it easier to use on PCs with touch screens. 8 The sidebar also works on the same principle, and via a new Quick Access feature you can pin folders or files that you want to stick around. It wil also shows you Frequent folders too, You can pin things permanently onto Quick ‘Access by right-clicking them and selecting Add to Quick Access, monty + _— Te BO > operin ew windom a BP os nto Ouch acess im OF 2 Rewstet BP copy apa soo a © ONE som more options me = Foineaie the) = ae ca ‘The new icons are all fairly self-explanatory ifyou hhave used any PC in the past. There are icons for Cut, Copy, Delete, Rename and Share, as well as folder control icons tke View and Sort. Ifyou are unsure what any icon does, just hover your pointer aver one to see a label pop up. —E——————eEE 0 e 2 Her Citas a =| fms Googe Dine 30 wen bampublcations cm‘The simplifeation continue onthe This PC See ‘screen. All of the controls are still there, you just need to click the More menu ithe three dot) inthe top Ba. “This menu i contextual For example, select acrve such as C: and then lick the menu to see options such 35 “Map network ative" and “Burn to se ‘Sharing files in File Explorer is again similar to Windows 10. Select one or more files in the window, click the Share button and the share panel wll open, ‘The sharing options shown here will vary depending on which ‘apps you have installed and which communication features you have decided to setup. s ® How to Use the File Explorer BRP You con accssjust abou every folder on your Soe ‘computer, both system and created folders, from the Fle Explorer. There are sovera folders in te sidebar that are ‘always shown, including This PC, Network and OneDrive. Right lick on the sidabar ta add even more useful folders to this area, Ityou've come from an earlier version of Windows, you should be familiar with OneDrive, i's Microsoft’ cloud storage application and it’s available to ‘access directly from File Explorer in Windows 11; s0 you can view. your cloud-stored files just asif they were on your computer. \When viewing some files, such as photos, in File Explorar itcan be useful to see alarger preview. ‘This feature if turned off by default, but can be enabled at any time. In any folder in File Explorer, click the View tab and then click Show. From the new menu you can choose ta see a Preview pane, oa wobsmeublcssonscom 31Create and Manage Folders Despite all of the changes to the Window’s 0S, folders have remained one of the core tools for organising your files. Much more than just boxes to keep your photos or music files in, folders can really help to improve how you use Windows 11 on a day-to-day basis. Creating New Folders It may seem too simple if you are a long time Windows user, but here’s a look at how to create new folders on the desktop and within other folders. EPPETE on the desitop, right-click and select New folder BME Double-click any folder to open t and view the from the action menu that appears. The familiar contents. You can move items into a folder by yellow folder icon will then appear at that position on the selecting, dragging and dropping into an open folder ora closed desktop (wherever you clicked), with the name automatically set one. Ifthe folders closed, drag the selected items over the top of 2s'New folder’ but highlighted ready to change. itunti the folderis highlighted, then release. son me A ee nae ‘et Decne face tert ©) spent BEBE ER You can eave the name as New folder’ ifyou FOPPPIR to lero a folder rght-tickon it and select wish. Ifyou then create a second folder next to Delete from the action menu. You can also click the irs, itwill automatically be named ‘New folder (2): You can and drag the folder tothe Recycle Bin icon an your desktop. rename afolder at anytime by left-t: =--3700 wobsmeublcssonscom 33=> 7. Connecting Your PC to the Internet Setting an Internet connection is an important step. Windows 11 makes joining and managing networks easy, bringing all of the relevant settings together in one place, including VPN and hotspot settings; and even the Wi-Fi adaptor hardware properties. Connecting to Wi-Fi AWi-Fi network connection is now by far the most common way people connect to the Internet. The process should be fairly familiar to you by now, but if not, here are the exact steps to connect. FSREEE | yourcomputeris notconnected tothe intemet, side ofthe taskbar. You can either click his and select WF from the {Quick settings, or you can open the main Settings app> Network & Internet > Wii (the best route with a brand new connection), Windows wil display a small globe icon onthe right Click on the required network name in the list and then click “Connect”. As thsi probably the first time you are connecting, you wil then need to enter the password (Wetwork security key) forthe network. Click “Next” and as long as ‘the network/password is correct, you should be good to go. Network & internet a= eee. Network & internet > WiFi 2 Sonn mt Use the slider switch to enable W-FI on your computer, Now click “Show available networks” to see alist of the networks within range of your computer. This ‘may take a few seconds to scan and find the networks. Hopefully you will se the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to Network & internet > WiFi = ws rr es Tosdsconnect rom the WF ntworkat ary tie, pe Stings» Network nee Wim aa, and cckon the neti st che Osconnet btn You can Sho choose to Forget the network Sometimes use for troubkehoctng conection), nt Managetnon netwoiks ston woudoease 34 wenbampubicavons comManage Network Settings We'll show you how to master your Wi-Fi settings and explain what you need to do if you have a problem connecting to the Internet. WAAR you need tologin toa home VPN or corporate network, thisis where you will need to enter the appropriate VPN settings. k's fairly easy todo but you'll need the configuration details from your IThelp desk (they vil have to enable your VPN access, plus your usemame and password. Vi [Add VPN connection Inamove designed to keep up with more _mobile-based computing devices, Windows 11 includes a data usage page in Settings too. Here itspits your data between wired and wireless, We'd tke to see more advanced settings than thistoo, so you could see how much data you used on a public Wireless hotspot, for example. Network &intemet > Advanced network sattings > Data usage you use a proxy server thisiswhereyou enter any specific settings to dowith that. However, Windows 11 should automaticaly detect pry settings Note thatthe settings you configure here won't apply ifyou connect viaaVPN, because a VPN essentially sip the necd fora prog. Yu can tum your Windows 11 PCintoa ‘mobile hotspot, shating your Internet connection with other devices over WHF. Youcan share Wi, ethernet ‘or cellular data connections. Once enabled, other devices wl be able {to ee your computer when they earch for networks to connect to, BIR nthorthingyoucan doisto disable WRMMASARD cement yrusrnctnrk acape the the WF cardin your laptop) View your network connections by cicking Advanced Netwerk Settings in Network Internet and then rightclick the network connection in question. You can dsableor reenable. Network & internet > Advanced network settings SF rte ateent Ifyou are using a laptop, you wil also have access to Flight made settings (this can also be ‘accessed through the Quick settings panel from the home screen). Here you can disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth individually or simply use the Fight Mode sider snitch to disableall wireless connections ena Network & internat > Mobile hotspot Network & internet > Flight mode omens 2 oes waubémeubictonscom 35Exploring the Windows 11 Settings The main settings app in Windows 11 has been completely redesigned, making it much easier to find everything you need to keep your computer working the way you need it to. You can find the settings app in the Start menu, or open it by pressing the Windows Key + |. Account & Search Atthe toplft ofthe settings window, aA a an you will see your Microsoft account name and engramos era ees er rotor eae et fave chosen ore Clckng hs wl take you to eee alam search allowing Youts ook or specie aeons System DESKTOP ANENSEA seas POSS Vw Spter © Buxton 8 deices @ Settings Categories 7 Newent Inthe lf sidebar are all ofthe main settings categories, from System settings to Windows Update settings. This sidebar remains visible no matter where you ate within the settings app, licking each category heading wl pen alist of subcategories Quick Info Panel Along the top of several settings categories you wil se relevant information about the current settings. For example, athe top ofthe System settings, you wl se the name ofthe Pe, Windows Update status ands to OneDrive and Offce365. A the tp ofthe Network internet category, you wile the currently connected networs data usage and network properties. a Settings Sub-categories This is where you'l find the individual ‘settings you can change. Some of the settings can be controlled using sider switches displayed in ‘the main sub-category, but most wil take you toa ‘more detailed selection of options when clicked. Certain details about current settings may be splayed along the top ofthe sub-category. 36 nenbdmpadicatons comExploring the Windows 11 Settings CNTs Rest ey Sue tings contains sections forall ofthe main are the core setings for your computer. areas where your privacy may be compromised, including Peer ten psesitiestae none eer ad rage can be found inthis settings category ora Led Pac tn eee ere yo i Eset Network & Internet i See sear Se eels cere, poe omer 8 er eee] eee eee trend St things lke the default apps, and the eee Pcocy Ae Tey Peete puters ee ie) find settings for speech, typing a pent eee et Peer iy] ferret ae (aetee Darvierio aries Sp nied veer ont eprom mubdmeubistonscom 37Using Widgets in Windows 11 Widgets are desktop app previews, allowing you to see important information from Windows apps, without needing to actually open those apps. Widgets are not new, but the way they are managed and displayed in Windows 11 is new. Wonderful Widgets Ifyou are not used to using widgets, you could be excused for hardly noticing they are a part of Windows 11. But once you do start using them, their usefulness becomes obvious. To open the widget panel, click or tap the button inthe Taskbar (the blue and white square icon) ‘oF press Windows key + W on the keyboard. The panel slides out from the left side ofthe screen, and will sit over the top of any ‘other apps or windows you currently have open. moeaoe, ‘The widget panels initaly split up into three ‘main sections: Search, Widgets and News stories. ‘Scroll down the panel to see more content. At the top-right is an ‘account icon, which opens a nevr panel with account information ‘and the ability to add new widgets. 38 _wwenbdmpubicavons com “The exact widgets available to add will vary, depending on which apps you have installed. As ‘Windows 11 develops, more widgets are likely to be added here, possibly from third-party developers as well as from Microsoft. To ‘add new widgets, ust click the + button on each. ‘After adding widgets, close the account panel and you will see the added widgets in the panel You can move widgets around in the panel by clicking on the top ofthe widget and dragging it to the required position. Other widgets will rearrange to fit when you do ths,To remove a widget, clickon the Menu buton at See the top-right of the widget and choose “Remove \Widget” from the men, You wil ao se the option to change thesie ofthe widget inthis menu, Not al ofthe widgets wl allowall hee ofthe sang options Using Widgets in Windows 11 ‘The news stores further down the Widgets panel SoS also allow for some customisation. You can click theXto remove anew tory, and yu can clk the More Menu button to choose to see More/Fewer stories like this rt hide allstories from that particular news source. mere FF erowen ace Cae 54 a sarees BOPP some widgets allow content eiting within the widget. A good example of thsisthe To Do ‘widget. You can create tasks in the widget by clicking the “Add a task" button, without having to the open the main To Do app. The task then displays instantly inthe widget. v Teo. a Tasks v ) Gotethe gym Relive you ‘Some of the Widgets allow customisation through the More Menu button. The Weather widget, for example, lets you set the default location forthe ‘weather forecast that is shown, The Stocks widget lets you ‘change which stock prices are displayed, etc. aa ‘Suggests for you © More sve hie © Fever streets J 2 varwoeineess save forte pions Leagu - Report an issue T= - ickingon news story wil take you tothe webpage the story irom. At the op of tre News sectonis a wide panel containing Top Stores Thos are he top6 news headlines These wil change as yu like or csi stores, o Choose ferent revs sources, coe eee i BPRET I 2 the top ofthe widgets panelis a clock and a search bar. You can type directly into the search bar, with any searches openingiin your browser (Edge, by default) The search bar and the clock cannot be removed from the Widgets panel, nor can they be maved. vwvorbemublestonscom 38Exploring Microsoft Edge Edge continues to get better and better, and the latest version in Windows 11 is no different. You should be familiar with it if you are upgrading from Windows 10, as it is basically the same version; but let’s take a look at the newest and best features of Microsoft Edge. ot ] Browser & Tab Controls Inthe top left corner, where you would probably expect to find them, are the browser Controls, These include the Home button, the Page refresh button and the Page forward/Page back buttons. Also in the top corners the Tab control, allowing you to set the tabs vertically, or restore closed tabs. Right-click on the active tab to see additional options. Search Fields There are two search fields in Edge, one at ‘the top (which is also the address field when viewing ‘awebsite), and one which floats at the top or middle of the start page; depending on the layout you choose. Use either of these and search suggestions ‘appear as you begin typing. ec uA un Peicure Oe c Recently Viewed/Favourites A group of cons are csplayed forthe most recently visited webstes/pages. These automatically Update 2s you browse, but can also be edited to show your favourite or mostused sites by clicking on the symbol atthe end ofthe row of cons News Feed The Start screen of Microsoft Edge is also ‘anews feed. The news feed is provided by MSN and. is made up of news stories based on your _geographical location. either the feed is displayed atthe top, or you scroll down to it; depending on ‘the layout you choose. Click “Personalise” to filter ‘the news types, and click “Content visible” to choose how stories are displayed. 40 wenbdmpadicatonscomExploring Microsoft Edge Favourites Menu The Hub from the old version of Edge, Which contained favourites, history and a reading list has gone. instead, you can access Favourites and Collections here. The star with a + icon in the search fields the button to add a new web page to your favourites. Microsofts launch page to start using the internet, you can change tis via the setting to one of your ‘own choice. Perhaps you prefer the Google homepage, or maybe you've created your own, unique launch page experience. Launch Remember, ifyou don't want to use Cstiano Ronaldo drives new Poe) ete that you can save and then instantly return to using this button. To save a Collection, click the Tab Controls button at the top-left, and choose “Add all tabs to collections” several ways here. There are three preset layouts: Informational, inspirational and Focused. You can also choose a custom layout, which lets you turn on/ off individual elements, such as pic ofthe day and the news feed. top news stories. A badge will appear on top oft to tell you how many new stories are waiting to be read. ‘As you browse the news feed, Edge will learn what type of news you like to read and tailor the notifications accordingly. Collections Collections are groups oftabs/web pages Start Page Layout ‘You can customise the Start screen in Notifications ‘The small alarm/bel icon opens alist of con Soa neac Edge browser opens, showing the Start page or eae) ude options to PeonHow to Use the Edge Browser The latest version of Edge, Edge Chromium, isa significant change to the original Edge browser; and offers a much better experience. Based on the Google Chrome browser, Edge is focused on modern web standards, privacy and security and has an impressive feature and tool list. Get Started with Edge Edge in Windows 11 feels much less clunky than the previous version and already feels more like the most popular browsers available, such as Chrome or Firefox, Tee {ee comes pre-installed with SEG 22ercingon the layout you chose Windows 11, andif you have upgraded during setup, the start page will ether from Windows 10 (and were using Edge previously) it should display a news feed ora cleaner page (with the news feed just a already be set up and working as normal. Ifyou bought aPC with scroll away below it. You can check out the ather layouts easly by Windows 11 installed, or have never used Edge before, it will, clicking the Gear icon atthe top right and choosing from the menu, require a bitof setup to begin, EES Dering setup, you have the option to import (EARPANANREMBR to search for a website or web page, you browser data such as bookmarks and can typein the search field at the top ao.aoes favourites from Google Chrome, choose the initial start page (which s always there), or you can type in the search box floating layout and set up syncing across devices (other computers, your _ on the Start page if you prefer. When you type in either box, Edge phone, etc) Once installed, Edge opens atthe start page. shows alist of suggestions based on what it thinks you require, The default search engine is Bing, 42 _wenbdmpubicavonscom