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Changing the default windows size of certain system apps
Group Policy Editor is the main one. It always starts too small so you have to drag it out and then expand the left pane so so you can read the contents. Unlike most apps, it doesn't hold size settings for next time. Any way of fixing this? The windows size defaults must be defined somewhere...How do I convert mkv to mp4 on my HP laptop Windows 11?
I've been organizing video files recently, and I have a bunch of MKV videos, about 50 or so, with a total size of nearly 100GB. These videos can be played with some players on my HP laptop (Windows 11), but when uploaded to some devices or platforms (such as mobile phones or TVs), the MKV format is often not supported. Now I want to convert all these MKV to MP4 format, which will be more compatible. I've tried some online tools, but the files are too large to handle, and the speed is so slow that it drives people crazy. Is there any good method or tool you recommend that can quickly batch convert MKV to MP4 on Windows 11? It's best not to lose video quality! Thanks everyone!
Can't clone disk to new SSD after leaving insider program
I joined the insider program some time ago and eventually opted out, but I wasn't aware that to completely remove the insider build, I would need to perform a clean installation of Windows. Recently, I purchased a 4TB m.2 drive to replace my existing 1TB m.2, which I had cloned. However, I encountered several issues during the Windows setup and wasn't able to boot properly. Now, I need guidance on the next steps. My goal is to keep the data currently stored on my 1TB m.2 and transfer it to my new 4TB m.2. It seems like a clean install of a non-insider version of Windows is necessary, but I'm unsure how to do this without losing any data. What is the best approach to take in this situation? Current build: Windows 11 pro Dev OS build 22563.1Can't turn mobile hotspot on Dev Build 26120.2415
Has anyone else encountered difficulties when trying to create a Mobile Hotspot on the latest build? While I had a smooth experience with the release build, after upgrading and using Vivetools to attempt to unlock the 6GHz option (which never actually appeared), I can no longer activate the hotspot. Instead, it automatically switches back to the off position, displaying the message, "We can't set up mobile network." I'm using the default settings with Router Mode (NAT), and the Internet Connection is set to either my WiFi or USB Tethering, depending on what I'm utilizing. Adjusting the network key works fine. However, if I try to change the Network name (SSID), the hotspot fails to function, indicating that my device lacks capabilities for Wi-Fi Direct or a hosted network. Additionally, selecting Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) results in an ICS error.
Windows Insider Builder ran into a problem
I've been encountering this screen since yesterday and I'm unsure why. Whenever I open my laptop, all of my drives, except for the C drive, disappear. Although my DNS issues from yesterday have been resolved and it's functioning well now, I'm still seeing this screen. What could be causing it? All of my Windows updates are current. Can someone please help me?Does anyone try the Insider Preview Build 27758 for Windows 11?
Microsoft today released the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27758 to the Canary Channel. They are also not planning to release SDKs for 27xxx series builds for the time being. https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/12/04/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-27758-canary-channel/
Is there Any Way We Can Hide the File Explorer Ribbon?
Sorry for a basic question, but... Is there any way to hide the File Explorer Ribbon, as has been available in many other applications for a long time? I'd like to maximize the space to display actual useful info... I may just be missing it somewhere, but I haven't seen how. I use the compact view and I've really no use for tabs, as I prefer to open File Explorer in separate windows and drag from window to window. I simply want to see more actual data (folders, files) in File Explorer panes. Windows 11, the most I can show is this: For both I dislike that the lines are spaced differently in the two panes. Ideally they'd be the same (i.e., the main pane would be more compact). Any ideas what I can do to hide the ribbon in Win 11?Windows 11 File Explorer all messed up
Hi, I'm fairly new with windows conputers. I had a friend come over last weekend to try and fix my File Explorer page that was showing double of everything. i.e. double hard drives, double folders etc etc. Any help is greatly appreciated. I would like it to show only .... C Drive My Hard Drives My Libraries My Network I've included a photo of how it looks now.
