Notepad++ is a popular free text editor for Windows that includes many features essential for viewing and editing code, creating and modifying macros, and working with multiple documents simultaneously. Many Notepad++ users prefer to use the app instead of the default Notepad that ships with Windows. Rather than manually changing the default application for multiple file types, there’s an easier way that allows Notepad++ to completely replace standard Notepad. Here’s how it works. Replace Notepad with Notepad++ First, make sure…
Replace Command Prompt with PowerShell in the Windows 10 Power User Menu
Windows 10 users can quickly launch the Command Prompt via the Power User Menu with just three keystrokes. But what about the more advanced and capable PowerShell? Here’s how you can configure Windows 10 to replace Command Prompt with PowerShell in the Power User Menu.
Quick Tip: Find Your Computer’s IP Address in Windows
Your PC’s IP address is the unique set of digits that identify and distinguish it on your local network. Knowing your PC’s local IP address lets you configure and connect to shared folders, use remote desktop, and set up handy router-side configuration options. Here’s how to find your IP address in Windows.
How to Scan & Fix Hard Drives with CHKDSK in Windows 10
Millions of Windows 10 users still have mechanical hard drives in their PCs. To keep them healthy and to help investigate any unusual behavior, try the venerable CHKDSK command. Here’s how to use it in Microsoft’s latest operating system.
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Quickly Shut Down or Reboot a Remote PC with a Custom Batch File
The “shutdown” command allows you to issue shut down and reboot instructions to a remotely connected PC. But instead of typing the command its various parameters each time you need to reboot a remote PC, you can create a custom batch file to perform the same action with just a click.
Quick Tip: How to Find Your Windows 10 Build Number
Now that Microsoft has pledged to update Windows 10 indefinitely, specific Windows build numbers are crucial to aiding troubleshooting and ensuring software and hardware compatibility. Here’s how you can find the exact build number of the version of Windows residing on your PC.
How to Shut Down and Reboot Remote PCs via the Command Prompt
Microsoft Remote Desktop gives a user virtually all of the power and capabilities in a remote session that they would enjoy if sitting in front of the remote computer directly, with one notable exception: shutdowns and reboots. Here’s how to use Command Prompt and the shutdown command to easily shut down and reboot remote PCs.
Quickly Launch Command Prompt as an Administrator with a Keyboard Shortcut
The Windows Command Prompt is a powerful tool that can do a lot on its own. But sometimes it needs elevated administrative privileges to get the job done. If you frequently need to launch Command Prompt as an administrator, save some time by launching the app with this handy keyboard shortcut.
How to Determine Your Computer’s Windows Installation Date
Curious about how old your computer’s Windows installation is? We show you two quick and easy Command Prompt tricks to determine your Windows installation date, helping you troubleshoot issues and decide if it’s time for a fresh install.
Boost Your Productivity with QuickEdit Mode in the Windows Command Prompt
The Windows Command Prompt is a versatile utility that remains important even with Windows 8. If you find yourself using it often, you may want to enable QuickEdit Mode, which lets you copy and paste commands with quick mouse presses. We show you how to use it, but warn that it may take some getting time to get used to.