From Mashable · Joe Hindy · · 50s
5 Windows settings most people don't know about
Windows 11 hidden settings boost productivity with clipboard history, taskbar control, and theme customization.
In brief
Windows 11 hidden settings boost productivity with clipboard history, taskbar control, and theme customization. Windows 11 users can access clipboard history, end tasks directly from taskbar, reposition start button, create themes, and use PowerToys for advanced settings. Originally reported by Mashable.
Clipboard history
Windows Key + V opens clipboard history storing up to 25 recent copies of text, links, or images under 4MB.
End task from taskbar
Enable end task option to shut down apps directly from taskbar without using task manager.
Realign start button
Move start button to left or center by adjusting taskbar settings.
Create windows themes
Customize backgrounds, colors, and sounds with built-in themes from microsoft store or personalization.
Install power toys
Microsoft PowerToys adds keyboard manager and other features to enhance windows settings.
What it means
Windows 11 users can access clipboard history, end tasks directly from taskbar, reposition start button, create themes, and use PowerToys for advanced settings.
