Microsoft wants a one-stop creation place for its users, leading to the birth of Microsoft Create. Announced weeks ago, it is now a preview, giving you a collection of specific Microsoft apps, such as Designer, Clipchamp, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Forms. Microsoft describes Create as “the ultimate creator launchpad for making whatever you need,” where individuals can … [Read more...] about Create is now available in preview, and Microsoft wants it to be content creators’ one-stop editing place
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Microsoft Photos app with iCloud Photos integration is now available for all users
Microsoft added support for iCloud Photos in the Windows 11's Photos app for some users in the Dev Channel last month. This feature is now out of beta, it is available for all users, including those on the stable version of the operating system. The version number of the Microsoft Photos app is 2022.31110.2008.0. When you update to it, the app points out that it can … [Read more...] about Microsoft Photos app with iCloud Photos integration is now available for all users
Windows 10 and 11: Direct Access issue confirmed by Microsoft
Microsoft confirmed an issue affecting Direct Access on Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices recently. The issue affects devices running windows 11 version 21H2 and 22H2, in other words all release versions of Windows 11, as well as the Windows 10 versions 20H2, 21H1, 21H2 and 22H2, and the Enterprise version LTSC 2019, Windows Server 2022 and Windows Server 2019. Microsoft … [Read more...] about Windows 10 and 11: Direct Access issue confirmed by Microsoft
Microsoft confirms Windows 10 desktop and taskbar issue
Microsoft confirmed another issue affecting its Windows 10 operating system. This one may affect the appearance of the desktop or the taskbar on the Windows 10 device. According to Microsoft, it may happen that either disappears momentarily or that the device may become unresponsive. Microsoft confirms that devices running Windows 10 version 20H2, 21H1, 21H2 and 22H2 are … [Read more...] about Microsoft confirms Windows 10 desktop and taskbar issue
Windows 8.1: Microsoft Store apps continue to work, but..
Most Windows users know by know that the operating systems Windows 7 and 8.1 will reach end of support by Microsoft on January 10, 2023. The first Patch Day of 2023 is also the last day updates are released officially for these operating systems. While there is a chance that Microsoft will release a critical update to address a major security issue, as it has done in the past, … [Read more...] about Windows 8.1: Microsoft Store apps continue to work, but..
Microsoft introduces new ‘Sign language view’ on Teams
Microsoft has given Teams a new experience called “Sign language view.” The new feature offers members of the deaf and hard of hearing (D/HH) community a better screen setup during meetings. When activated, it will highlight one to two designated interpreters by enlarging their video feeds, making them more visible for D/HH Teams users whenever they are attending a call. Image … [Read more...] about Microsoft introduces new ‘Sign language view’ on Teams
Microsoft Windows Security Updates November 2022 overview
Microsoft released security and non-security updates for all supported client and server versions of the Windows operating system on the November 2022 Patch Tuesday. The updates are available already, and most home Windows devices should receive the updates automatically starting today. The following guide helps home users and system administrators alike when it comes to … [Read more...] about Microsoft Windows Security Updates November 2022 overview
Microsoft adds a shortcut to access Studio effects from Quick Settings in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22623.885
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.885 and 22623.885 to the Beta Channel. The latter is rolling out with some new features, including a new way to access the Studio effects from the Quick Settings panel. What’s new in Build 22623.885 Access Windows Studio Effects from Quick Settings Back in April 2022, Microsoft showcased various AI enhancements … [Read more...] about Microsoft adds a shortcut to access Studio effects from Quick Settings in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22623.885
How to Add and Customize Data Labels in Microsoft Excel Charts
While adding a chart in Excel with the Add Chart Element menu, point to Data Labels and select your desired labels to add them. The "More Data Label Options" tool will let you customize the labels further. To customize data labels for an existing chart, use the Chart Elements button. When you create an Excel chart that contains a ton of data, it can be difficult to decipher … [Read more...] about How to Add and Customize Data Labels in Microsoft Excel Charts
Microsoft fixes bug behind Windows 10 freezes, desktop issues
Microsoft has resolved a known issue triggering errors and temporarily causing the taskbar and desktop to disappear on Windows 10 systems. The company also linked the same issue with instances where the users' devices would stop responding to input and freeze. "You might experience an error in which the desktop or taskbar might momentarily disappear, or your device might … [Read more...] about Microsoft fixes bug behind Windows 10 freezes, desktop issues