Guides for drives and files, printers and other devices, networking, power and Windows repair. For settings, the desktop and accounts, see Windows Help & Guides.
Files, folders and drives
Find drives and files, manage storage and recover what you deleted.
- How to Find the C or D Drive in Windows 11
- How to Open Disk Management in Windows 11
- How to Open a USB Drive on Windows 11
- How to Find All Photos on Your Computer in Windows 11
- How to Use File Explorer in Windows 11
- How to Find Deleted Files on Windows 11
- How to Change File Associations in Windows 11
- How to Empty the Recycle Bin in Windows 11
- How to Partition a Hard Drive on Windows 11
- How to Use Quick Access in Windows 11
Printers, scanners and devices
Install printers and drivers, scan documents and connect Bluetooth devices and cameras.
- How to Update a Printer Driver in Windows 11
- How to Add a Printer in Windows 11
- How to Set a Default Printer in Windows 11
- How to Clear the Printer Queue in Windows 11
- How to Add a Scanner to Windows 11
- How to Scan on Windows 11
- How to Install a Bluetooth Driver in Windows 11
- How to Pair AirPods to Windows 11
- How to Turn On the Camera on a Windows 11 Laptop
- How to Connect a PS5 Controller to a PC (Bluetooth or USB)
Network and Wi-Fi
Map drives, find network passwords, fix adapters and connect your PC to a TV or phone.
- How to Map a Network Drive in Windows 11 or Windows 10
- How to Find Network Credentials in Windows 11 or 10
- How to Turn On Network Discovery in Windows 11 or Windows 10
- How to Update the Wi-Fi Driver on Windows 11
- How to Change Adapter Settings in Windows 11
- How to Reset Network Settings in Windows 11
- How to Connect or Cast a Windows 11 Laptop to a TV
- How to Link Your iPhone to Windows 11 With Phone Link
Power, battery and startup
Protect the battery, control sleep and restart behavior, and manage startup apps.
- How to Limit Battery Charge to 80% in Windows 11
- How to Adjust Power and Sleep Settings in Windows 11
- How to Restart Windows 11
- How to Disable Fast Startup in Windows 11
- How to Stop Your Computer From Turning Off by Itself in Windows 11
- How to Change Startup Programs in Windows 11 or 10
Updates, repair and recovery
Control Windows Update, run repair tools and recover or reinstall Windows.
- How to Run a Troubleshooter in Windows 11
- How to Stop Automatic Updates in Windows 11
- How to Remove Failed Updates in Windows 11
- How to Run CHKDSK in Windows 11 or Windows 10
- How to Create a Restore Point in Windows 11
- How to Enable Secure Boot in Windows 11
- How to Activate Windows 11 With Command Prompt
- How to Run System Diagnostics on Windows 11
- How to Check Crash Logs in Windows 11
- How to Wipe and Reinstall Windows 11
- How to Make a Windows 11 Recovery USB