Microsoft whats your beef with local account?
I for one have a app that will not work unless I use a local account also you says fully configured is silly what can a online account do that a local account can't (no you don't get to say because I don't need to know because everything works just fine) if I only had one PC how will I hope to remember my password when the password is so long it is in a password wallet (or other method) but how do I access it in setup? Catch 22 (what if MY network needs to be setup first before it can get online!) so your focusing people to use a simple password for your online account thats not good is it! What do you hope to do with online account? What if your login fails due to your servers being down? It will happen. Maybe the only reason is another way to link ones windows key to a account but surely you can do that after a local account? And of cause what if someone has may Keys and uses the same online account (I'm sure you done that bit right) I mean you have me with Edge and Sync is on Plus Microsoft store which I'm sure you use to link the windows key to anyway. So way not make local account have what this online account has which it likely already has you just choose to reinvent the wheel that don't need doing. So people can still make a local account after a online account and use only the local account how long will that last I wonder? Will this be removed or is it just the case you want a log in before using windows your only goal here?
[UKR] Win 11/Copilot: Voice Access Localization, Stability, and Features
I am an active user of Windows 11 Pro (Version 24H2) and regularly use Copilot. I urge you to consider the following proposals to enhance the usability and functionality of the system for the Ukrainian community. ### 1. Critical Issue: Missing Ukrainian Language in Voice Access This is the most pressing issue for millions of users in Ukraine. * **Problem:** Windows' built-in voice control feature (**Voice Access**) **does not support the Ukrainian language for executing system commands** (e.g., "Open Notepad"), only for text dictation. This makes the feature virtually unusable. * **Current Status:** An existing Feedback Hub submission regarding this issue lacks votes and has not been prioritized. * **Proposal:** We urgently request the integration of **full Ukrainian language support for system control commands**, prioritizing this issue immediately. ### 2. Copilot Stability and Functionality Improvements Issues that reduce Copilot's effectiveness: * **Eliminate Answer Interruptions:** When using **voice input** and the **"Share" mode** (screen analysis), Copilot's answers are frequently **cut short or interrupted**. Please optimize the server-side processing for stable and complete result delivery, especially when processing image data. * **Expand Interactivity (Control):** I request giving Copilot the ability to **perform basic actions** within an open window in **"Share" mode** (e.g., "Click the 'Settings' button," "Scroll down"). * **Ukrainian AI Model Optimization:** Please optimize the Copilot AI model for the Ukrainian language to enhance the accuracy and speed of processing complex queries. * **Allow Copilot Hotkey Change:** The system assignment of **Alt + Space** conflicts with popular launchers. Please add an option in Windows Settings to **change the system hotkey** for launching Copilot. ### 3. Windows Organization Improvement * **Expanded Desktop Sorting Options:** Please add more context- or **category-based sorting options** to the Desktop "Sort by" menu to improve the logical order of icons (beyond just "Name" and "Item type"). Thank you for your attention to these critical suggestions.
Poor and unpredictable UX for adding new default app per filetype settings
Hi, as a Win11 user, I see this problem, especially troublesome if we don't have Admin access (like work PCs) Let's say I meet a new file extension, like .mbox , find info's that os typical mail file and wish to pair it with Outlook - honestly it's my case now. When I try to choose default App, I may get a few options, but would need luck to have the Outlook listed there. Otherwise I need to find program by path, and not only that requires me to know it, but also if I don't have permission to view the directory (like by Admin limits when I use company device), there's nothing I could do. Please improve this setting, maybe allow the search field on 'select default app' to provide a name, or in "Settings :: Default Apps" please add new button to add new relation 'file format to default app' - currently it provides nothing additional but viewing or modification existing correlations. Best regards and feel free to reach me PS screen 1 shows many things, like on terminal in upper right that the 'olk.exe' link I can see but not link to app, is a soft link to a prohibited directory. If I choose the link as default prog, I get error: The file cannot be accessed by the system".Windows 11 Alt+Tab issue with Excel 2007 and 2010 — Excel windows always move to the end
Hi everyone, We’ve run into a recurring issue on Windows 11 with Excel 2007 and Excel 2010. Whenever multiple Excel files are open, pressing Alt+Tab causes all Excel windows to move to the end of the Alt+Tab list. This makes switching between Excel and other applications quite inconvenient. This problem does not occur on Windows 10, only on Windows 11. Possible Solutions Tried so far: 1. Disable Snap-related Alt+Tab behavior Go to: Settings → System → Multitasking → Snap windows Uncheck: “Show my snapped windows when I hover over taskbar apps, in Task View, and when I press Alt+Tab.” Works fine for other apps, but Excel windows still shift to the bottom. Reference: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/4118398/alt-tab-no-longer-switches-to-last-window-in-windo 2. Enable legacy Alt+Tab via registry Create or edit this key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer AltTabSettings = 1 (DWORD) Restores the classic Alt+Tab interface (like Windows 7/10). Works, but uses the old-style UI. 3. Upgrade to Excel 2013 or later The issue disappears completely. Later Excel versions handle focus and task switching correctly. But due to license shortage we cannot upgrade to Excel 2013 or later. 4. Use ExplorerPatcher Restores Windows 10-style Alt+Tab on Windows 11. Works well, but being an independent open-source project, it introduces potential security concerns for managed corporate environments. Reference: https://github.com/valinet/ExplorerPatcher Summary: This appears to be related to how Windows 11’s task switcher manages focus for legacy Excel window models (Excel 2007/2010). Partial workarounds exist, but the most reliable long-term fixes are upgrading to newer Excel versions or using ExplorerPatcher. However, in our corporate environment, we still have a large number of valid Excel 2007 and Excel 2010 licenses, and due to security and compliance restrictions, we cannot deploy third-party utilities like ExplorerPatcher. Question: Is there any Windows 11–specific fix or registry tweak that can correct this issue without reverting to the old Alt+Tab UI or relying on third-party tools? We’re looking for a supported or policy-based configuration suitable for enterprise use.Audio issue with repeat metalling tone while playing
In System > Sound > Properties > Output settings > Changing The selections of 16bit 8000 / 16000 / 48000 Hz The 8000 Hz range plays fine (or I don't hear the tone) but the 16000 Hz / 48000 Hz plays a repeating metalling tone, 16000 Hz at every 5-6 seconds, fainter tone and 48000 Hz every 2 seconds, is this a known issue? While running the windows troubleshooting it plays an audio sound, and there is no metallic tone while it plays, and it doesn't find any issues and all drivers are updated. Also, going into Sounds settings, playing the Sound Scheme: Windows Default sounds, all of them are wav files, none of them play a metallic tone while they run. That led me to think it's a decoder issue., rather than a physical jack issue, which is odd because my other headphone don't play any repeating metallic tone when connected. None of the headphones have audio issues when connected to other devices, like my phone. Is there any solution to this audio issue?.PSPimage thumbnails not showing in file explorer, but...
In file explorer: In file explorer, in a folder: My *.PSPIMAGE files will not show thumbnails, but rather the icon for it. 2) However, in file explorer in "Recent files" the thumbnails show up. This is a real productivity killer. How can I get the PSPIMAGE file thumbnails to show up in all folders? I have already made sure the box is unchecked in settings.Customize, Protect, and Transform Your Screen Like Never Before
True Vision, the world’s first customizable screen filter app for Windows. Whether you’re watching a video, reading a document, or simply browsing the web, True Vision enhances your screen experience by combining advanced pixel shader technology with intuitive customization options. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Cs-EybT4RU&t=2s Once you install True Vision from the Microsoft Store or our official website, you’ll find it conveniently listed in your Start menu. Just launch the app to begin your journey to a more comfortable and personalized screen experience. https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9p6zknls85sd?hl=en-us&gl=MTReformat PC?
Hello! I have a question. I have windows 11 cd that I bought and usually when I reformat my pc by inserting the cd and there will be a page showing all my hard drive and solid state drive and I reformat them one by one and they will be unallocated. This time when I inserted the Windows 11 cd got the blue screen saying need the key Bitlocker and after few restarts I got the option to install the windows but the page showed all my hard drives and solid state were automatically reformatted. Is that something normal? Because I never seen it before which they are automatically reformatted thanks.
Virtualized Intel VT-x/EPT is not supported on this platform.
I purchase the new laptop Samsung Galaxy Book4 with win11 home edition single language version. I tried to install the VMware workstation with eve-ng. When I tried to run the application It gave me an error" Virtualized Intel VT-x/EPT is not supported on this platform. Continue without virtualized Intel VT-x/EPT? I tried everything every solution on youtube. like disable hyper V and window virtual systems, core isoloation etc. but unable to find the solution. It would be great if you can help me to resolve this issue. I am preparing for an exam and this is very urgent. Thank youSave the date: Windows Office Hours - September 18, 2025
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