Widgets aren't useless, Microsoft just buried the good parts.

Windows 11 has a bunch of lock screen widgets, but you can only have all of them or none. Fortunately, Microsoft appears to be fixing that. If you do not mess with your Windows Update settings, your ...

A new "Discover widgets" feature is coming to the Windows 11 lock screen for suggested cards periodically. A toggle option is provided to control which widgets are displayed or disable them altogether ...

Widgets in Windows 11 are designed to provide quick access to information such as news, weather, calendar events, and third-party apps like Spotify directly from your desktop. You can even access some ...

If you are unsatisfied with the flyout options on Windows 11 and want more modern-looking options, this free unofficial app called FluentFlyouts is worth looking at. It is no secret that Windows 11's ...

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You probably aren't using Windows 11 to its full potential. We reveal the Copilot AI features, customization tips, File ...

Windows 11 offers users a number of ways to customize their desktops. Perhaps the most notable customization option is the noble widget, which can do anything from displaying the weather and the ...

The Start Menu in Windows 11 features a centered layout, which is a departure from the left-aligned design seen in previous versions. This new layout provides a sleek and centered look, making it ...

In 2025, Microsoft unveiled significant enhancements to the Windows 11 Settings app, incorporating design upgrades and around 16 new features, while bridging the gap with the Control Panel—ushering in ...