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.
How to Add a Shortcuts Menu to the Windows 11 System Tray
If you want quick access to all your favorite apps and files, you can add a handy shortcut menu to the Windows 11 system tray and save a lot of time.
How to Add Important System Information to the Windows 10 and 11 Desktop
Want all the important information on your Windows 10 or 11 desktop? There are apps for that.
How to Batch Install Multiple Software Packages in Windows 11
Want to set up a Windows 11 PC at lightning speeds? Here's how to batch install programs on Windows 11 (and more).
7 Ways to Open the Services App in Windows 11
Windows 11's Services app is a great way to see what's running on your PC. Here are some quick and easy ways to open it.
How to Add New Shortcuts to the "Send To" Menu in Windows 11
The "send to" menu is a quick and easy way to move files, so why not build your own? Here's how to add shortcuts to the "send to" menu in Windows 11.
8 Ways to Open MSConfig in Windows 11
MSConfig is a great way to tweak your system, and there are many ways to open this useful app in Windows 11.
8 Ways to Open the Windows Terminal in Windows 11
The Windows Terminal combines your Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Azure Cloud Shell into one, so here's how to quickly access this handy tool.
How to Set Up Control Panel Shortcuts in Windows 11
The Control Panel is a handy tool, even if Microsoft is trying to bury it. Here's how to make your own shortcuts to the Control Panel.
4 Ways to Change the Screen Resolution in Windows 11
Learn the different ways to change the screen resolution in Windows 11 with our handy guide.
How to Add an Extra Taskbar to Windows 11
If you have too many apps for one taskbar to handle, why not add more taskbars to Windows 11 with Linkbar?
How to Fix Metro Exodus Crashing on Windows 10
Metro Exodus is a fantastic experience, but nothing pulls you out of the moment like a game crash. Here's how to fix that.
How to Add Special Characters to Documents in Windows 11
Need a symbol that isn't on your keyboard? Windows 11 has you covered.
How to Set Up Your Own Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 11
Fancy adding some keyboard shortcuts of your own to Windows 11? Here's how to do it.
How to Change the AutoPlay Settings in Windows 11
Tweaking Windows 11's AutoPlay settings makes it easy to access files on storage media, whether it be on a USB, memory card, or DVD disk.
How to Fix the Microsoft Store Error Code 0x80004003 in Windows 10 and 11
If the Microsoft Store 0x80004003 error is stopping you from downloading apps, here's how to fix it once and for all.
How to Add the Recycle Bin to the System Tray in Windows 11
The system tray is the perfect place for important tools, so why not put the Recycle Bin there too?
How to Add Classic XP Screensavers to Windows 11
Do you miss the old 3D Maze screensaver? Here's how to get it back.
How to Create Taskbar and Hotkey Shortcuts for the Recycle Bin in Windows 11
Your Recycle Bin doesn't have to stay on your desktop. Here's how to pin it to the taskbar and create a keyboard shortcut for it in Windows 11.
How to Add a Mac-Style Dock to Windows 10 and 11
Windows 11's new taskbar is nice, but it's not macOS nice. Here's how to bring a sleek Mac-style doc to Windows 10 and 11.
How to Open Multiple Websites With a Shortcut in Windows 11
While you can make a website shortcut using Windows 11's tools, you need to download special software to launch several websites in one shortcut.