Some Windows 11 Hidden Features Explained
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Windows 11 Hidden Features Explained
1. The Super-Powered Clipboard (It's a Game Changer)
How to use it: Press Windows Key + V. Why it's great: You can copy a username, a password, and a link one after the other, then use Win + V to paste them all into the right places without having to go back and re-copy each one. It can even sync across your devices if you sign in with a Microsoft account!
2. The "Secret" Power User Start Menu
How to use it: Right-click the Start Menu icon, or press Windows Key + X. Why it's great: It gives you instant access to core tools like Task Manager, Device Manager, Terminal, and Disk Management without digging through settings.
3. Shake to Minimize (Declutter Instantly)
How to use it: Click and hold the title bar of the window you want to keep. Give your mouse a quick "shake" back and forth. Why it's great: All other windows will instantly minimize, leaving your desktop clean and your focus on that one window. Shake it again to bring them all back.
4. Built-in Focus Mode to Beat Procrastination
How to use it: Open the Clock app (just search for it in the Start Menu). The first section is Focus Sessions. Set a timer and click "Start." Why it's great: It silences most notifications, tracks your progress, and can even integrate with Spotify to play focus-friendly music. It’s a fantastic productivity booster hidden in plain sight.
5. Master Multitasking with a Keyboard Shortcut
How to use it: With a window selected, press Windows Key + Z. Why it's great: The layout options pop up right where you are, letting you use your arrow keys and Enter to quickly snap your window into the perfect arrangement. It feels much faster for keyboard-heavy users.
6. The Ultimate "Show Your Parents How to Do It" Tool
How to use it: Search for "Steps Recorder" in the Start Menu and open it. Click "Start Record." Do your thing. When you're done, it generates a file with screenshots and text descriptions of every single click you made. Why it's great: You can save this file and email it to someone, giving them a perfect, step-by-step visual guide to follow.
7. The Emoji, GIF, and Symbol Keyboard
How to use it: Press Windows Key + . (the period key). Why it's great: It's not just for emojis! There are tabs for GIFs, classic text-based Kaomoji (づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ, and a huge library of Symbols (like ©, ™, →, or ½).
8. Separate Your Work and Play with Virtual Desktops
How to use it: Press Windows Key + Tab to see your current desktops and add a new one. To switch quickly between them, use Ctrl + Windows Key + Left/Right Arrow. Why it's great: You can have one desktop for all your work apps (Word, Teams, Excel) and a second one for your personal stuff (Spotify, web browser, games). It's the best way to keep your digital life organized and mentally separate.
9. Unlock "God Mode" for All Settings
How to do it: Create a new folder on your desktop. Rename the folder to exactly this: GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C} The folder icon will change. Double-click it.
Why it's great: It's a master list of every setting in Windows, from changing your mouse pointers to formatting a hard drive. It's the ultimate shortcut for power users.
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