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Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history, multiple monitors and Microsoft PowerToys for getting more done on Windows 11.

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Productivity Dev Drive in Windows 11: Set It Up for Faster Builds Set up a Dev Drive in Windows 11: requirements, VHD or partition, what to store on it, trusted drives, Defender performance mode and how to delete one. October 17, 2026
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Productivity Winget in Windows 11: Install and Update Apps by Command How to use winget in Windows 11: search, install, upgrade all apps, uninstall, export a list for a new PC, plus admin prompts and fixes when winget is missing. October 17, 2026
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Productivity Windows 11 Productivity: Snap, Desktops, Focus and More Get more done with Windows 11 productivity tools: Snap layouts and groups, virtual desktops, Focus sessions, Do not disturb, clipboard history and PowerToys. October 17, 2026
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Productivity Voice Typing in Windows 11: Dictate Text With Win + H How to use voice typing in Windows 11: start it with Windows key + H, the commands and punctuation it understands, language and privacy settings, and mic fixes. October 16, 2026
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Productivity Zip Files Windows 11: Compress Files and Folders Built In How to zip files in Windows 11 without extra software: compress files and folders, add files to a zip, choose 7z or TAR on newer builds and know the zip limits. October 15, 2026
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Productivity File Explorer Tabs Windows 11: Shortcuts, Tips and Fixes Use File Explorer tabs in Windows 11: open, switch and close tabs with shortcuts, open folders in a new tab, move tabs between windows and fix a lost tab bar. October 14, 2026
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Productivity Map a Network Drive in Windows 11: File Explorer and CMD Map a network drive in Windows 11 with File Explorer or net use, keep it after restarts, and fix common errors such as SMB1-only NAS boxes and guest logons. October 14, 2026
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Productivity Open RAR Files Windows 11: Built-in Extract, 7z and Limits How to open RAR files in Windows 11 without extra software, extract 7z and TAR archives, create ZIP files, and what to use for password-protected archives. October 14, 2026
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Productivity Transfer Files to New PC Windows 11: Backup, Drive or Cloud Ways to transfer files to a new PC with Windows 11 now PC-to-PC transfer is gone: Windows Backup and restore, an external drive, and what does not move. October 14, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Alt Tab Settings: How to Set It Up and Use It Windows 11 Alt Tab Settings: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Clipboard Sync: How to Set It Up and Use It Windows 11 Clipboard Sync: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Excel Tips: What It Is and How to Set It Up Windows 11 Excel Tips: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 FancyZones: What It Is and How to Set It Up Windows 11 FancyZones: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 for Remote Work: How to Set It Up and Use It Windows 11 for Remote Work: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Microsoft 365 Setup: A Short Practical Guide Windows 11 Microsoft 365 Setup: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Multiple Monitors Productivity: What to Know Windows 11 Multiple Monitors Productivity: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus and PowerToys for getting more done on Windows 11. Updated for 24H2. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Outlook Tips: How It Works and How to Use It Windows 11 Outlook Tips: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 PowerToys: What It Is and How to Set It Up Windows 11 PowerToys: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Teams Tips: What It Is and How to Set It Up Windows 11 Teams Tips: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026
Productivity Windows 11 Window Management: A Short Practical Guide Windows 11 Window Management: Snap layouts, virtual desktops, Focus, clipboard history and free PowerToys utilities that help you work faster in Windows 11. October 13, 2026