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technology1 month ago•136 min saved

Reddit's ten Windows 11 features that actually boost everyday productivity

A Reddit thread highlights ten Windows 11 features that users say are life-changing, focusing on small, daily workflow wins rather than flashy upgrades: clipboard history (Win+V) for retrieving multiple copied items, the Snipping Tool’s enhanced capabilities (screen recording, OCR, and basic editing), an End Task option on the taskbar for unresponsive apps, Windows Sandbox for testing programs safely, Windows Package Manager (winget) for quick installs, Snap Layouts for efficient window arrangement, the Win+Shift+Arrow shortcuts to move windows between monitors, Voice Typing (Win+H) usable in most text fields, Reliability Monitor for easier troubleshooting, and enabling higher display refresh rates under Advanced Display settings. These practical tools collectively reduce friction and improve daily productivity more than headline features.

via Windows Central|

#clipboard-history #productivity #snipping-tool

technology4 months ago•19 min saved

Windows 11 scales back Copilot in core apps amid AI backlash

Microsoft is pulling back Copilot from Windows 11’s core apps, removing the Copilot icon from Notepad and Snipping Tool and rebranding AI features as “Writing tools,” after strong backlash from enthusiasts. The company has paused forced Copilot prompts across apps while continuing other Windows 11 improvements, and it still maintains a sizeable Copilot ecosystem (around 80 apps/services).

via TechPowerUp|

#copilot #microsoft #notepad

technology4 months ago•34 min saved

Microsoft removes Copilot buttons from Windows 11 apps, AI features stay

Microsoft is removing “unnecessary” Copilot buttons from Windows 11 apps like Notepad and Snipping Tool (with similar changes planned for Photos and Widgets), replacing Copilot with a writing-tools menu in Notepad, while the AI features themselves remain available as part of a broader Windows 11 fix.

via The Verge|

#copilot #notepad #snipping-tool

technology7 months ago•5 min saved

Microsoft patches Windows 11 Store outage that disabled Notepad, Paint, and Snipping Tool

Microsoft confirmed a Windows Store server-side outage briefly prevented opening several Windows 11 inbox apps—Notepad, Snipping Tool, Paint, and even Windows Security—producing error 0x803F8001. The issue affected Store-based activation across apps, but Microsoft says a full fix has been rolled out and activation is now restored. The report also notes other Windows 11 problems tied to January 2026 updates, but the Store-related outage is considered resolved.

via Windows Latest|

#notepad #paint #snipping-tool

technology10 months ago•6 min saved

Windows 11 Introduces Bing-Powered Google Lens-Like Feature

Windows 11's Snipping Tool now includes a Bing-powered Visual Search feature, offering a Google Lens-like experience for screen captures, but Google Lens on Windows still outperforms it in accuracy and convenience. The update enhances the tool's functionality with features like live annotation, color picking, and better sharing options, making it a powerful utility for users, despite some limitations compared to Google Lens.

via Windows Latest|

#bing #google-lens #snipping-tool

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Windows Snipping Tool to Add GIF Recording and Export Features

Microsoft's Windows Snipping Tool now supports exporting animated GIF recordings, allowing users to create short, shareable screen captures up to 30 seconds long, with options for quality and direct copying or saving. This feature is available to Windows 11 Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels with the latest update.

via BleepingComputer|

#gif-recordings #microsoft #screen-capture

technology2 years ago•6 min saved

"Windows 11's 2023 Update Introduces Must-Try Features and Best Apps of the Week"

Windows 11's 2023 Update introduces several new features worth trying, including passkeys for password-free logins, Copilot AI chat for PC settings assistance, enhanced capabilities in the Paint app with AI art tools, and improved functionality in the Snipping Tool for text extraction and redaction. Other notable features include Dynamic Lighting for gamers and File Explorer improvements for productivity.

via PCWorld|

#2023-update #copilot #paint

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Windows 11's Latest Update Introduces Exciting Features and Transforms into Windows 12"

Microsoft is rolling out a major update to Windows 11, introducing several new features. The update includes Windows Copilot, an AI-powered digital assistant integrated into various parts of the operating system. AI enhancements have also been added to Paint, Snipping Tool, and the Photos app, offering features such as transparency and layers in Paint, text extraction and redaction in Snipping Tool, and background blur in Photos. Additionally, the update brings improvements to File Explorer, native RGB lighting controls for PC gamers, support for passkeys as an alternative to passwords, and integration of Windows 365 Cloud PCs for IT admins and developers. More features are planned for a future update in the fourth quarter of 2023.

via The Verge|

#ai-powered-features #copilot #paint

technology3 years ago•3 min saved

"Microsoft shakes up Print Screen key in Windows 11 update"

Microsoft is changing the default function of the Print Screen (PrtScr) key in Windows 11 to open the Snipping Tool instead of simply taking a screenshot and storing it on the Clipboard, OneDrive, or third-party apps. Users can still make a copy of the entire screen with Snipping Tool, but it requires an extra step. The change has been met with a shrug by most users, who can turn off the default setting in the Accessibility Settings menu. Some users prefer third-party apps like Greenshot and ShareX. The change reflects the modern user environment of multiple monitors and larger screen sizes.

via The Register|

#microsoft #privacy #prtscr-key

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

Microsoft revamps Print Screen button for Windows 11 with Snipping Tool integration.

Windows 11 beta changes the default function of the Print Screen button, opening the Snipping Tool instead of copying the screen contents to the clipboard. The change will make the setting on-by-default in the keyboard accessibility settings. The Print Screen key's copy-to-clipboard behavior dates back to Windows 3.0, but the Snipping Tool has been updated in various Windows versions. Users can still use the Windows-Shift-S key combo or disable the new Print Screen setting to revert to the old behavior. Microsoft may revert this change in a future beta.

via Ars Technica|

#keyboard-accessibility #print-screen #snipping-tool

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

"Microsoft revamps Print Screen button for Windows 11 with Snipping Tool integration"

Microsoft is testing a new function for the Print Screen button in Windows 11 Insider Preview builds, which launches the Snipping Tool instead of sending a snapshot to the clipboard. The Snipping Tool allows users to capture a section of their screen, and users can still revert the Print Screen button's role to its traditional function through accessibility settings. The change may make the key more useful for some users, but power users may prefer to continue using existing keyboard shortcuts.

via Engadget|

#keyboard-shortcuts #microsoft #print-screen

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

"Windows 11's Print Screen key gets a new function with Snipping Tool integration"

Microsoft is changing the default behavior of the Print Screen key in Windows 11 to open its own Snipping Tool instead of capturing an image of the entire screen. This change will be implemented in the upcoming KB5025310 update, but users who have previously modified the option in Settings will keep their chosen setting. The Print Screen key has been in need of an overhaul for a long time, and Microsoft's decision may surprise or anger some users, but it can be easily switched back.

via The Verge|

#keyboard #microsoft #print-screen

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

"Windows 11 alters traditional Print Screen function for Snipping Tool"

Microsoft is planning to change the default function of the Print Screen key in Windows 11 to open the Snipping Tool instead of taking a screenshot of the current screen and copying it to the clipboard. The Snipping Tool combines features from the legacy Snipping Tool and Snip & Sketch and offers various capture modes, including rectangular, freeform, window, and full-screen. Users can revert this change by going to the Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard menu and toggling the 'Use the Print Screen key to open Snipping Tool' to off.

via TechSpot|

#microsoft #print-screen #screenshot

technology3 years ago•2 min saved

Windows 11 alters Print Screen key to open Snipping Tool.

Microsoft is changing the default function of the Print Screen key in Windows 11 Insider Preview builds to open Snipping Tool instead of taking a screenshot and copying it to the clipboard. Users can revert back to the original behavior if desired. This change may annoy some users and push Microsoft's own tool at people, but it is still being tested and subject to user feedback.

via BetaNews|

#keyboard-shortcuts #microsoft #print-screen

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

Windows 11 swaps Print Screen for Snipping Tool.

Microsoft is testing a change in Windows 11 that will cause the print screen button to open the Windows Snipping Tool instead of copying a screenshot to the clipboard. Users can disable this feature in the Windows 11 Settings or manually through the registry. It is uncertain if this change will make it into the final release of Windows 11.

via BleepingComputer|

#keyboard #print-screen #screenshot