Applies ToWindows 11

Learn how enhancements to your favorite apps and services make Windows 11 even easier to use:

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Taskbar

Quickly get to your favorite apps, see the time, and more, right from the taskbar. For more info, see How to use the taskbar in Windows.

Search

Find files, people, settings, and more from Search on the taskbar. Or, select Windows logo key + S. For more info, see Search for anything, anywhere.

Dark mode

Make your screen easier on the eyes with dark mode. Select Start > Settings > Personalization > Colors . Then, next to Choose your mode, choose from dark, light, or custom modes.

Open Personalization settings

Tabs in File Explorer

Just like a browser, you can open multiple tabs on File Explorer and quickly move files between tabs. Select Windows logo key + E to open File Explorer. For more info, see Find and open File Explorer.

Notepad

Jot down ideas in Notepad—you can now use it with in dark mode or even switch your fonts.

Snipping Tool

To capture an image from your screen, select Windows logo key + Shift + S. For more info, see Open Snipping Tool and take a screenshot.

Explore Tips

Discover surprising and useful things you can do in Windows with Tips.

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