Jack Slater
435 articles published since October 26, 2015
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About Jack Slater
Jack has been a freelance tech journalist for more than a decade. He has covered Windows Vista, 7, 10, and 11 topics within a multitude of guides for MakeUseOf and numerous other websites.
9 Ways to Open Notepad in Windows 11
Notepad is a handy app to have around, and there are so many ways to open it in Windows 11.
How to Add a Safe Mode Option to the Context Menu in Windows 11
Windows 11's safe mode is a great way to diagnose issues, and you can add a quick option to access it in the Context Menu. Here's how.
How to Set Up Desktop and Context Menu Shortcuts for Restarting File Explorer in Windows 11
If you want to quickly restarter File Explorer, you can make a quick shortcut on the desktop or Context Menu in Windows 11.
9 Ways to Fix Windows Update Errors in Windows 11
Having issues updating Windows 11? Here's how to fix those pesky errors.
How to Set Up Desktop Shortcuts and Hotkeys for Screensavers in Windows 11
Don't want to wait around for your screensaver to kick in? Here's how to make a shortcut or hotkey to activate a screensaver in Windows 11.
How to Restore the Old XP Alt + Tab Switcher in Windows 10 and 11
If you want a blast from the past, it's entirely possible and really easy to bring back the old Windows XP Alt + Tab switcher.
The 9 Different Ways to Open Disk Clean-Up in Windows 11
The Disk Clean-Up tool is a useful way to free up some space, and there are multiple ways to open this app in Windows 11.
How to Customize File Explorer in Windows 11
If you're a Windows user, you'll spend a lot of time in File Explorer. Here's how to customize it in Windows 11.
9 Ways to Open Task Scheduler in Windows 11
The Task Scheduler is a handy way to automate your PC, and there are many ways to access it on Windows 11
How to Add More Buttons to Your Tile Bars in Windows 10 and 11
Want more window buttons other than the default minimize, restore down, and close buttons? Fortunately, eXtra Buttons is here to save the day.
6 Ways to Delete Temporary Files in Windows 11
Temporary files aren't meant to stick around, but sometimes they do anyway. Here's how to delete temporary files on Windows 11 and free up space.
How to Set Up Custom Volume Control Hotkeys in Windows 11
No volume controls on your keyboard? No problem. Here's how to make your own volume control hotkeys in Windows 11.
5 Alternative Ways to Change Your DNS Server in Windows 11
Think you know all the ways to change your DNS server settings? Think again. Here are some alternate ways to change it on Windows 11.
8 Ways to Access the Advanced Startup Options Menu in Windows 11
The Advanced Startup Options menu in Windows 11 contains some essential troubleshooter tools, so here's how to access them.
How to Merge Multiple Images Into a PDF Document in Windows 11
If you want to put multiple images into one PDF document, it's easy to do on Windows 11. Here's how.
How to Set Bing's Background Photos as Your Windows 10 or 11 Wallpaper
Say what you will about its strength as a search engine, but Bing's background photos are fantastic. Here's how to use them as your desktop wallpaper.
8 Ways to Open the Registry Editor in Windows 11
Want to tweak the Registry on Windows 11? Here's how to get it open.
How to Open Third-Party Programs With Run in Windows 10 and 11
Want to open any program you want using Run? Here's how to set it up.
How to Bring Back the Old Volume Mixer in Windows 11
Do you miss the old volume mixer in Windows 11? Here's how to get it back.
5 Ways to Check System Information in Windows 11
Before you shell out for that graphically-intensive video game, here's how to check your system's information on Windows 11.