10 tips for Windows 10
Updated July 24, 2015 - You can already rub you the Microsoft OS. Learn how to install or uninstall, discover the subtleties of Cortana, Edge (Spartan) or the new start menu and you can even repair it. You'll finally know everything do to tame Windows 10.
1. backtrack
If you're tempted by an invitation via Windows Update from a Windows computer 7 or 8, Windows 10 replaced your current system. Depending on the configuration, can make unpleasant bugs using Windows 10. To even impossible to backtrack until the first bug fixes use the "Rollback". Go to Settings> Update and Security> Recovery. Click "Downgrade to an earlier version."
2. Discuss with Cortana
Cortana is available for users of Windows 10 in French. The voice wizard guides you in your research on the computer or on the internet. It can also anticipate your needs as and when he gets to know you.
For more information: Cortana on the desktop, what can it do for you?
3. Navigate with Edge
Another major component of Windows 10, the new Edge browser that will replace Internet Explorer. Cortana is integrated into the core of the system and offers new features like play or take notes and capture a screen being viewed. Discover in pictures before launching.
4. Juggling between offices and tasks
If you used to use a lot of software, the novelty regarding virtual offices and display of the tasks has your attention. It is also possible to move applications from one desktop to another or to juggle all these elements with keyboard shortcuts.
5. Expand the Start menu
Not easy to fit tiles in such a small item that the start menu. After groping, Microsoft has found the solution by providing the ability to extend the start menu through customization settings under "Home". On the other hand a tablet mode for touchscreen users is also available.
6. Pin a folder for quick access
The Windows Explorer acquires a 10 pins system that allows quick access to his favorite records, this is the first that comes when opening the explorer. Right-click on any folder> "Pin fast access."
7. Convert values
Windows 10 incorporates a new calculator that is far from limited to basic calculations. In addition to the transition to the scientific mode, the application now proposes to convert solid values: volume, length, weight, temperature, power, area, speed, time, power, data, pressure, angle.
In detail: Convert any Windows 10 with calculator
8. Free space
If you have updated Windows 10 from another system such as Windows 7 or 8, you may have noticed that the disk space was scarce. The upgrade process maintains in fact a copy of the old files in case of problems. Hopefully, we can remove with the Disk Cleanup.
In detail: How to delete Windows.old of Windows 10
But also see : what takes up space and save disk space
9. Test Windows 10 in a mobile version for smartphones
Windows 10 is not a system for PC. It will also take place in the TV, tablets and other devices with smaller screen like smartphones. Microsoft retains the heart of the system which will be common to all these devices, but the interface and functionality changes somewhat. If you have a Windows Phone 8 smartphone, it may be compatible and you can test from Windows 10 mobile today.
See also: Windows 10 moving images, new smartphone
10. Repairing Windows 10
Windows 10 includes a repair function of the system which will allow to put right a faulty installation without having to go through a complete reinstall. The process keeps personal files and customizations and applications installed via the Windows Store, only the traditional software must be reinstalled by the user.
In detail: Repair Windows 10 without formatting
Do you have other tips to offer? Feel free to share or come to discuss and ask questions and not miss anything about the new Microsoft system