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In the process of using the computer, it is completely normal to manipulate it incorrectly. Who hasn't done something wrong? Fortunately, on a Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC, you can completely undo an action to its previous state in one step using the built-in "Undo" feature. Conversely, you can also do the same action again with the Redo feature. These features are compatible with most Windows apps and tools. Find out more below. Undo and Redo on Windows with the keyboard As mentioned, almost every Windows application supports the one-step Undo feature, and it's very simple to do. To undo an action you just performed in Windows, press Ctrl + Z on your keyboard at the same time. Some specific applications (such as Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office) support multi-step undo, allowing you to go back to another step each time you execute an Undo command. In this case, you can also just keep pressing and releasing Ctrl + Z repeatedly to go back to the pr...

If you are still using Windows 7, you may have noticed that wmpnetwk.exe is using more system resources than any other service. In this article, Thewindowsfan.com will talk about how to fix wmpnetwk.exe high memory usage. Let's get started now! Note : This issue will only occur on Windows 7, along with users who have not disabled Windows Media Sharing. What is wmpnetwk.exe? This is an internal system process that was disabled by default in older versions of Windows. This process is responsible for connecting the integrated media player to the external network. While this process shouldn't consume a lot of resources, some users have also reported incredible resource consumption of up to 70% coming from this service. Unless you're streaming music or videos over the Internet using Windows Media Player, this service is actually completely unnecessary. Turning off wmpnetwk.exe won't affect the system in any way either. In any case, if you notice that your s...

Having problems with your Windows 10 laptop displaying incorrect battery information or powering off suddenly while still showing plenty of battery? This could be a battery hardware or Windows software failure. This article will show you how to fix the error of displaying the wrong battery percentage on Windows 10. How to monitor laptop battery with Battery Alarm on Windows 10 How can you tell if your laptop battery is about to die? How to restore and improve performance on a worn-out battery laptop Laptop batteries don't last forever Not every laptop battery is created equal. Laptop batteries have a capacity defined in milliamp-hours (mAH). The higher the mAH value, the more energy the battery holds. In general, the more expensive the battery, the better, but you can check the manufacturer's specifications if you're unsure. Battery life on a laptop without additional charging depends on how you use the computer. Leaving the screen at maximum ...

Video Memory Management Internal error (error code 0x000010E) is a blue screen error that appears due to a corrupted or incompatible video driver on the current version of Windows. This article will show you some ways to fix this problem. How to fix error 0x00000019: BAD POOL HEADER on Windows How to fix the "0x00000109: selected entry could not be loaded" error on Windows How to fix the IRQL NOT LESS OR EQUAL error on Windows Causes of Video Memory Management Internal error Sometimes improperly configured, corrupted, or not-updated device drivers can lead to this error message. This can also be caused by updating or downgrading Windows from a new system to an older system. How to fix the Video Memory Management Internal error The following fixes are applicable to versions of Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2008. 1. Update driver Refer to the article 5 basic ways to update and install dri...

If your Windows 11 PC has an active Internet connection (via Ethernet, cellular modem, Wi-Fi, or another form), you can share that connection as a wireless signal as a hotspot. cellular signal via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Here's how to set it up. To begin, press the Windows + I key combination to launch the Windows Settings application. Or click the Start button, enter the keyword " Settings " in the search bar, then click the gear icon from the list of returned results. When the Settings application interface opens, look at the list on the left and click on the item " Network & Internet ". Click on " Mobile Hotspot " in the "Network & Internet" settings screen, which appears on the right (do not press the switch button). On the Mobile Hotspot settings screen, you will see several options listed. Before activating the mobile hotspot, it is best to configure how it works. First, click the drop-down menu labeled...

Windows 11 is considered more beautiful and aesthetically pleasing than Windows 10. However, not everyone likes the new things that Windows 11 brings. If you have already upgraded to Windows 11 but do not like its interface and do not want to return to Windows 10, you can try the customizations below. Customizing the interface, also known as a custom interface, is not as popular as before. However, it is still very useful in case you want to refresh your computer. In this article, the administrator will show you how to customize the Windows 11 interface to become macOS. A video tutorial on customizing the Windows 11 interface to become macOS was made by YouTube channel Tech Rifle. To be successful, you will have to combine a variety of custom software, tools, and themes. This process requires you to perform meticulously and accurately. If only one step is wrong, the results will not be as expected, and the installation process will not be successful. Things you need to p...

The ability to copy (copy) and paste (paste) is a basic, simple function that any operating system should have and must have. The data you have copied will be stored in a special area of the operating system called the clipboard (temporary memory tray). Like many other platforms, Windows also has a specialized clipboard manager called "Clipboard History", introduced by Microsoft starting with Windows 10. What does this mean? In previous Windows systems, clipboard history would not normally be saved. That is, when you perform a copy operation, that index is immediately backed up to the clipboard and left for you to paste. By default, all previous clipboard contents will be overwritten and erased. Therefore, clipboard manager was born with the purpose of storing several copied items so that you can go back, access, and use many of these copied items at the same time. Therefore, if you know how to access and manage the clipboard, you can fully take advantage of the a...

Windows 11 includes a lot of new features and interface changes. Although there are not all the changes and adjustments, the first Windows 11 Insider Preview version also has new Settings, new context menus, a new File Explorer, and a new Microsoft Store app store. However, some users discovered after installing Windows 11 Insider Preview that they did not receive the new Microsoft Store. This was identified as a bug in this version of Windows 11 that resulted in the new Microsoft Store not being displayed to some users. This error cannot be fixed by restarting the computer. During testing, Thewindowsfan also encountered this error on a test computer. We initially thought that the new Microsoft Store was not rolling out to everyone. However, the reality is that there is a simple way to fix it. You take the following steps: Step 1 : Open Microsoft Store Step 2 : Click the horizontal 3-dot icon in the upper-right corner of the Microsoft Store window to open the menu...

Do you use the Fn + special key on your laptop to quickly perform functions like adjusting the volume or putting the computer to sleep? Did those special functions suddenly stop working on your HP computer? Maybe you've seen this Hotkey Support error message and you're wondering how to fix it. When this message appears, the title may be HP Hotkey Support or HP Hotkey UWP Service . Both refer to drivers that come pre-installed on HP computers and allow hotkeys to run. "HP Software Framework Is Not Installed" Error in Windows Here's how you fix the error: Method 1: Install HP Support Assistant When the error message appears, the user is prompted to install the HP Software Framework from the link provided. Sorry, this link is no longer supported and doesn't work anymore. The good news is that HP Support Assistant is still available. Visit the HP Support Assistant page. Click the red HP Support Assistant button to install. Click the red HP Su...

When reading this article, you are most likely looking for the msvcp140_2.dll file or how to fix the "msvcp140_2.dll is missing" error. If the error "msvcp140_2.dll is missing" occurs, you can use one of the methods below (manual or automatic) to resolve the issue. The manual method assumes that you have downloaded the msvcp140_2.dll file and placed it inside the game/app installation directory. The next method is much easier, as it allows you to automatically correct errors with minimal effort. “msvcp140_2.dll is missing” error Method 1: Download Msvcp140_2.dll file You need to find the correct version of msvcp140_2.dll and download the file. How to choose the right version of Msvcp140_2.dll? First, notice if it's a 64-bit or 32-bit file, as well as the language the file uses. Choose.dll files whose language corresponds to the language of the program you are using if possible. The article also recommends that you download the latest version of ...

Without a doubt, a VPN is a lifesaver when it comes to protecting online privacy. You can use them in many different environments, and they can solve many problems without any special configuration. Besides keeping your online activities private, a VPN is also great at allowing you to access restricted content. How many times have you tried to access a service but found it unavailable in your area? Having a VPN in that situation will save you a lot of trouble. But that's not all. If you sign up with an ISP that limits bandwidth for cost-cutting purposes, a VPN can easily improve packet loss and reduce in-game ping caused by this throttling. Besides, a VPN can prevent your ISP from snooping on your traffic and doing many other things. 13 Reasons You Should Use a VPN All in all, VPNs are great, but for some users, how they work is still a mystery. Therefore, a variety of problems can occur whenever a user uses this type of service. For example, you may encoun...

On Windows 10, it is finally supported by Ctrl + C and Ctrl + V to paste in the Command Prompt window. However, this feature is not activated by default, but you have to follow a few simple steps to enable it. In the following article, the administrator will guide you on how to activate the Ctrl + C and Ctrl + V key combinations to copy and paste commands in the Command Prompt window. 1. On Windows 10, use Ctrl + V to enable command paste in Command Prompt Let's learn how to enable CTRL + V in Command Prompt first, because it's easier. Always make sure your system is up-to-date. Step 1: Right-click anywhere in the Command Prompt and select Properties . Select Properties Step 2: In the editing options, go to Options and select Use CTRL + SHIFT + C/V as Copy and Paste . Select Use CTRL + SHIFT + C/V as Copy/Paste Step 3: Click OK to save this selection. Now, the copy-paste commands in Command Prompt will be activated. Find any text or code onlin...