Microsoft announced last year they were reverting to their yearly update strategy.
With the upcoming update 24H2 coming in September 2024 we wanted to take a look at some of the previously published features from last years update.
As we look forward to the upcoming Microsoft update in September 2024, let’s take a moment to reflect on the exciting feature updates from the past that you may have overlooked or not yet had the chance to explore.
This feature allows users to control their Windows 11 PC using voice commands. One of the exciting additions to this update is the ability to create
custom voice commands or voice shortcuts.
How-to guide:
Step 1: Enable Voice Access in your Windows 11 settings.
Step 2: Open the Voice Access Commands Page:
Step 3: Define Your Voice Command:
Step 4: Choose an Action:
Step 5: Provide any necessary information for the selected action.
Step 6: Group Your Shortcuts:
Step 7: Save Your Custom Command:
Step 1: Open Snap Layouts:
Step 2: Choose a Layout:
Step 3: Adjust Window Sizes:
Step 4: Snap Groups:
Step 5: Customise Snap Settings:
Pro Tip: You can use Snap Layouts during video calls to keep notes alongside your video feed for efficient multitasking to boost your productivity.
Step 1 Enable Direct Inking:
Step 2: Write Anywhere:
Step 3: Customise Inking Settings:
Here, you can fine-tune various inking settings, such as pressure sensitivity, palm rejection, and ink color.
Step4: Use Gestures:
Useful Tips
Inking in Apps:
Most apps that accept text input will also accept inking. Try it out in apps like Microsoft Word, OneNote, Sticky Notes, or even the Windows search bar.
Handwriting Recognition:
Windows 11 can convert your handwritten notes into typed text. Write in any text field, and Windows will recognise your handwriting and convert it.
Step 1: Click the Widgets button on your taskbar (or use the Windows key + W keyboard shortcut).
Step 2: In the top-right corner, click the Settings button (it looks like a gear).
Step 3: Now, select “Show or hide feeds.”
Step 4: Turn off the “My Feed” toggle switch to disable the news feed.
By default, Copilot is turned on in Windows 11. You’ll find the Copilot icon on your taskbar.
If you can’t see it, follow these steps to enable it:
Step 1: Open the Settings app (you can quickly open it by pressing Windows key + I).
Step 2: Select Personalization from the sidebar on the left.
Step 3: Scroll down and click on Taskbar.
Step 4: Turn on the toggle switch next to Copilot.
You can open Copilot in two ways:
Using Settings:
Step 1: Press Windows key + I to open Settings.
Step 2: Click on System on the left side.
Step 3: Select Nearby sharing on the right side.
Step 4: Click the Rename button next to “Your device is discoverable as.”
Step 4: Type the new friendly name you want for Nearby Sharing and click Save.
Step 1: Check for Updates:
First, ensure that your Windows 11 is up to date.
Open the Microsoft Store from your taskbar or Start menu.
Step 2: Search for Paint:
Step 3: Look for the official Microsoft Paint app.
Step 4: Install or Update:
Step 4: Launch the New Paint:
Agnes Molnar
Agnes is Syn-Star’s expert content writer, she has a Master’s degree in English Literature that provides a strong foundation in writing and critical thinking of everything she does.
Qualifications: Masters in English Literature
In-house training: HubSpot SEO, WordPress Training.
Agnes Molnar
Agnes is Syn-Star’s expert content writer, she has a Master’s degree in English Literature that provides a strong foundation in writing and critical thinking of everything she does.
Qualifications: Masters in English Literature
In-house training: HubSpot SEO, WordPress Training.
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