Powerful Windows Tricks to Boost Productivity and Performance

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Here are some powerful Windows PC tricks to boost both productivity and performance:


🔹 Productivity Boosting Tricks

  1. Use Virtual Desktops 🖥️
    • Press Win + Ctrl + D to create a new desktop.
    • Switch between desktops with Win + Ctrl + Left/Right.
  2. Snap Windows Efficiently 📌
    • Use Win + Arrow keys to snap windows to the sides/quadrants for multitasking.
    • Press Win + Tab to access Task View for better window management.
  3. Master Clipboard History 📋
    • Press Win + V to open the clipboard history.
    • Enable it under Settings → System → Clipboard.
  4. Quickly Launch Programs 🚀
    • Assign keyboard shortcuts to frequently used apps:
      • Right-click the shortcut → Properties → Shortcut Key.
  5. Dark Mode & Night Light 🌙
    • Reduce eye strain by enabling Night Light:
      • Settings → System → Display → Night Light.
    • Use Dark Mode:
      • Settings → Personalization → Colors → Dark.
  6. Automate Tasks with Power Automate 🤖
    • Use Microsoft Power Automate (pre-installed) to automate repetitive tasks like file renaming, email responses, and more.
  7. Dictation & Voice Commands 🎙️
    • Press Win + H to enable voice typing for quick note-taking.
  8. Search Like a Pro 🔍
    • Use Win + S to search anything instantly.
    • Use filetype: or modified: in search for more precision.
  9. Use Quick Note-Taking with Sticky Notes 📝
    • Press Win + R, type stickynotes, and press Enter.
  10. Cloud Clipboard Sync Across Devices 🌐
  • Enable Clipboard Sync under Settings → System → Clipboard to access copied text across multiple PCs.

✅ Performance Enhancing Windows Tricks

  1. Disable Startup Programs 🚦
    • Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc).
    • Go to the Startup tab and disable unnecessary programs.
  2. Use Storage Sense for Auto-Cleanup 🧹
    • Go to Settings → System → Storage → Storage Sense.
    • Enable Auto Cleanup to free up disk space.
  3. Disable Background Apps 🛑
    • Go to Settings → Apps → Installed Apps.
    • Turn off unnecessary background apps.
  4. Optimize Power Settings for Performance
    • Open Control Panel → Power Options.
    • Set to High Performance or Ultimate Performance.
  5. Enable Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling 🎮
    • Go to Settings → System → Display → Graphics Settings.
    • Enable Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling.
  6. Clear Temp Files Quickly 🗑️
    • Press Win + R, type %temp%, and delete all files.
    • Also, type temp and prefetch separately and clear them.
  7. Use ReadyBoost for Extra Speed 💾
    • Plug in a USB drive, right-click it, and select Properties.
    • Go to the ReadyBoost tab and allocate space.
  8. Disable Visual Effects for Speed 🎨
    • Go to System Properties → Advanced → Performance Settings.
    • Select Adjust for best performance.
  9. Update Drivers for Optimal Performance 🚗
    • Use Windows Update or Device Manager to keep drivers updated.
    • For gaming, update your GPU drivers (NVIDIA/AMD).
  10. Use Windows Game Mode for Boosting Performance 🎮
  • Go to Settings → Gaming → Game Mode and enable it.

Windows Tricks

🔹 Bonus Windows Tricks

Shortcut to Shut Down Faster

  • Press Alt + F4 on the desktop to open the shutdown menu.
  • Use Win + X → U → U for an instant shutdown.

Boost Internet Speed

  • Open Command Prompt (Admin) and type: netsh int tcp set global autotuninglevel=normal
  • Press Enter to optimize network speed.

Use PowerToys for Extra Productivity Features

  • Download PowerToys from Microsoft for tools like FancyZones, Color Picker, Keyboard Remapper, and more.

🚀 Try these tricks and take your Windows PC to the next level! 🔥💻

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