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In 2019, Microsoft added the “Sets” tab management feature to Windows 10, but they soon removed the feature for good. So, what are your options? This article will share eight of the best Windows 10 file management tools that enable tabs in File Explorer. 1. XYplorer XYplorer is often cited as one of the best File Explorer alternatives and has been around for over 20 years. One of the benefits of XYplorer is that it’s an entirely portable app requiring no installation....

It can be a frustrating issue to deal with, especially if it seemingly swaps back and forth between keys randomly. Sometimes it can be confusing to even know how to get your “ and @ keys back to the right key buttons. Let’s take a look at why this is happening in the first place and then we’ll offer some solutions that should get your keyboard working with the right keys again....

This tutorial covers several troubleshooting fixes for scrolling-related malfunctions in Excel on Windows and Mac computers. 1. Unfreeze Panes The first row or column of your spreadsheet is likely frozen if it’s stationary when you scroll. Follow the steps below to release frozen panes in your worksheet. Unfreeze Excel Panes in Windows Scroll down the spreadsheet with your mouse wheel or touchpad and check if the “Unfreeze Panes” feature fixed the issue....

What to do if you get a CD or DVD stuck in your computer’s optical drive and it won’t eject? You can take several steps to troubleshoot stuck DVDs or CDs. Computers are what they are, complex. Meaning, a stuck DVD could be one of several possible things. Sometimes it may be easy to fix. Sometimes, not so easy. The best thing to do is troubleshoot the problem. Here is what you should not do: Stick a screwdriver, pocket knife, credit card, or any other object into the DVD drive and try to pry it open or pull the disc tray out....

In the past, owning a laptop meant being happy with technology a generation behind what the desktop market was enjoying. It means using a compromised display, cramped input devices and paying a massive premium for the privilege. Over time however, technology has evolved in such a way that the modern laptop is essentially indistinguishable in terms of performance from the typical desktop. The baseline performance of even the cheapest computer is now comfortably in excess of what most people need....

I realized after doing some research that this is a pretty tricky problem to fix and it can be caused by all kinds of issues from latency to drivers to other hardware, etc., etc. In this article, I’m going to try and go through all the possible solutions to fix the audio static on your Windows 7 machine. If you find a different solution that works for you, please post a comment and let us know....

There are mainly two ways to go about doing this. One is to add a shortcut to the EXE file in the Startup folder in Windows and the other is to use Scheduled Tasks. In this article, I will explain how to use both methods. Add Programs to Startup Folder This is my preferred method because it’s just really easy. To do it, go to the following directory on your computer: User can be either All Users or a specific user....

We’ll walk you through three functions you can use, the Flash Fill feature, a helpful Office add-in, and a way to copy and paste between Microsoft Excel and Word. Use whichever method is easiest or works best for you. Use a Formula to Change Case Whether you already use Excel formulas or not, there are three handy functions for changing text case. With UPPER, LOWER, and PROPER, you can adjust your text with a simple formula....

Let’s hope you only run into the easy fix variety, but we’ll prepare you for the less easy, guaranteed to work fixes too. Why Is Filename Length Even An Issue In Windows? There’s a long history of filename lengths being a problem for operating systems like Windows. There was a time when you couldn’t have filenames longer than 8 characters plus a 3-character file extension. The best you could do was something like myresume....

This complication could result from file system corruption, power outage, virus infection, or a buggy driver and software. You can easily resolve the error and stop it from happening again. Try the troubleshooting steps highlighted below, and let us know which step fixes the error. Restart Your Computer When Windows displays this error, you’ll find two options on the screen: Restart and Advanced options. Some users report that restarting their computers resolved the problem....

This guide defines the clock_watchdog_timeout windows 10 error code, its causes, and how to fix it. What is a Clock Watchdog Timeout BSOD in Windows 10? The clock_watchdog_timeout is a blue screen stop code with a check value of 0x00000101, and usually points to an issue with your PC’s processor. The error indicates that a clock interrupt on a secondary processor wasn’t received in the allocated time interval in a multiprocessor system....

This is when you attempt to capture either your desktop, window, or a gaming application, and the only thing that appears is a black screen. There are a few causes for the OBS black screen capture error, and this article will show you how to fix each one. Make Sure the Right GPU Is Selected The most common problem with OBS Studio is when people try to capture a display and the entire preview window is either grey or black....

The above issue usually occurs when your device or router has minor technical glitches. You can fix these issues by tweaking a few options here and there on your device. Here’s how to do that. Check Your Wi-Fi Connection Status It’s possible your Fire TV Stick is connected to your Wi-Fi network but not the internet. This happens when your router can’t establish a connection with your internet service provider....

If you run into this error, you can take several troubleshooting steps. They’re listed below, from the easiest solution to the most difficult. If you see the “HBO Max can’t play title” error, these solutions can help. Try Playing a Different Title Or Use a Different Browser Before you do anything else, try playing a different title or load HBO Max in a different web browser. This will check whether the problem extends to all of HBO Max or if it’s something with that particular TV show....

Reasons for Overscan in Windows 10 Typically, Windows will try to recognize the screen’s resolution you’ve connected to your system and adjust the display settings accordingly. Sometimes, though, the interaction between the connected display and Windows goes off-track, and causes Windows to display an incorrect resolution. When this happens, you’ll notice overscanning (or underscanning) on your screen. However, sometimes it isn’t Windows’ fault because an outdated driver could also result in an overscanning issue....

When the “Phone Not Registered on Network” error appears, your Android phone can’t establish a connection to your carrier. This disables the call, text, and internet features. Luckily, there are a few solutions to this problem that you can apply and potentially fix the issue. Toggle On and Off the Airplane Mode If you ever experience network-related issues on your phone, the first thing to do is enable airplane mode and then disable it....

How Does the MBT Become Damaged or Corrupted? Although the MBR is a special region of the hard drive, it’s not fundamentally different from any other data on the disk. This means that it’s also susceptible to the same threats. Sudden power loss could corrupt any area of a drive, especially if it was in the process of writing to that area. Malware such as viruses can also deliberately alter your MBR to achieve its individual malicious goals....

In this post, we’ll show you how to make GIFs you can share with friends. Find a Video Making GIFs starts with a great video. Your final output will be compressed so you’d want to have a high-resolution video to start with. Most GIFs are moments captured on film. Think of a show or movie moment that sums up your emotion. If you’re lucky, you’d be able to find a copy of that on YouTube or Vimeo....

This error usually appears when the maximum power limit of the USB port is exceeded in some way. This is unusual, but it isn’t impossible—certain devices (including USB hard drives) use a lot of energy, for instance. If you see a “power surge on USB port” error on Windows 10, here’s what you’ll need to do to fix it. What Causes a “Power Surge on USB Port” Error on Windows 10?...

There is a feature Photoshop has called Replace Color. It’s a quick way to switch colors out if you feel like something needs to be changed. It also should only take a minute or so for you to do once you get the hang of using it. Here’s how to use Photoshop’s Replace Color feature. How To Use Replace Color First, you’ll want to have the image open with the color you’d like to replace....