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How to Change the Look and Feel of Your Windows 10 Desktop

Want to know how to make Windows 10 look better? Use these simple customizations to make Windows 10 your own.

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How to Create Game Art for Your Launchbox Library

Is your Launchbox library lacking luster? Then you need to add some artwork to your collection. Here's what to do.

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What Is Launchbox and How Does It Work?

Launchbox has been around for years, but do you know what you can use it for? Here's what Launchbox is all about.

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5 Free Windows Alternatives to Mac's Alfred App

Are you searching for a good Windows application launcher that's as good as Alfred on macOS? Here are a few free choices for you.

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How to Clean Up Your Windows Desktop Once and For All

Do you look at your Windows desktop and wonder how to clean it up? Here are some decluttering tips that can make you productive.

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The Best Rainmeter Skins for a Minimalist Desktop

Want to customize Windows with Rainmeter? Here are the best Rainmeter skins for a clean and minimalist Windows desktop.

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The 7 Best Windows Start Menu Alternatives and Replacements

The Windows 10 Start Menu is a great improvement over Windows 8, but you can make it even better. Here are the best tools for working around or replacing the Start Menu.

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13 Windows Programs That Are Better Alternatives to MacOS Apps

When moving from Mac to Windows, you'll need to replace many apps. Let us show you the best Windows apps that can successfully replace or replicate your favorite Mac-only apps.

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Creative Ways to Launch Software & Open Folders in Windows

Tired of searching for shortcuts on your desktop? In Windows, you can quickly access anything you want, you just have to take the time to set it up. We have compiled your options.

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Working on a Small Screen? Use These 6 Tips to Improve Your Productivity

Laptops are great for getting things done on the go, but the small screens can be limiting. You can get more done with a few shortcuts, some useful apps, and good organization.

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How to Start Multiple Windows Programs in a Batch

One click and all the tools you need for a specific task open automatically. Magic! We'll show you how to set that up; no hat required.

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2 Windows Applications To Make Launching Files, Folders, And Applications Easier Than Ever

My original horror story when first upgrading to Windows 8 was having no idea how to comfortably launch applications anymore. By default, there is no Quick Launch toolbar and the Start Menu has been gutted to the point where it's almost foreign. Thanks to some third-party tweaks and advice, both issues aren't very hard to fix. Even if you prefer the new style Windows has taken on in the latest version of their OS, let it be known that there are applications out there that can ease the pain of launching your most commonly-used files, folders, and applications.

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Eliminate Unnecessary Reaches to Your Mouse With the Fingertips Application Launcher

Part of becoming a true power user is minimizing the number of long and exhausting reaches you go for between your keyboard and mouse. We've shared all sorts of keyboard tricks with you before, but Fingertips is a Windows software that can really shift your stance on productive application launching. I didn't know what I was missing until I downloaded and tried it.

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Launch Applications, Files & Folders Faster with MadAppLauncher [Windows]

Most application launchers work the same way - open the launcher, type in the application's name, and hit Enter to launch the item. There are many launchers available out there using this method. But if you are willing to try a different approach, you could try MadAppLauncher. This application will help you launch anything in three strokes or less.

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CodySafe: Application Launcher & Powerful Companion For Your Portable Apps [Windows]

In the last several years, portable apps have really gained huge popularity among Windows users. But if you have a huge collection of portable applications on your thumb drive, you will know that going back and forth from/to the portable app folder to open the apps could end up becoming annoying over time. Therefore we need the help of a portable application manager and CodySafe is one of the most recommended names.

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