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Keywords		 Keyboard Steps Posted Date
Windows Ads - Remove Them
ads lock screen search AI		 Lock screen

Start -> Settings -> Personalization -> Lock Screen -> personalize lock screen -> Default "Windows spotlight" to "pictures or slideshow" -> Clear "Get fun fact tips and more on your lock screen"

pined Apps or Ads
Even though may not be installed now clicking on them will install them so remove

Start -> right click -> Select "Uninstall". I removed a bunch. The sequence has to be done for each app to be removed.

Ads in Notifications
Start -> Settings -> System -> Notifications {OFF} -> Scroll down to "Additional settings" -> Uncheck all 3 checkboxes

Block AI looker
Search gpedit -> Administrative templates -> Windows Components -> Windows AI -> mark everything enabled to diabled		 01/06/2026
Android Dangerous Settings
ads spy secret

May Require "Developer options" to be installed

SETTINGS -> Developer options {bottom} -> System Tracing -> Trace Debugable Applications {Turn off}
scroll to "Per-CPU buffer size" {CHECK 8192 KB}
Clear saved traces

Secret Wi-Fi menu
Developer options -> Wi-Fi non-persistent MAC->ON

Getting rid of ads
Settings-> Connections –> More connection settings -> private DNS -> private DNS provider {check} ->
type in "dns.adguard.com" -> save

parasitic setting
Settings app -> digital wellbeing & parental controls -> 3 dots {top right} -> Settings -> usage data access -> Settings -> allow permissions -> OFF

Spying on your phone
Check tracking
Settings app -> search for (spy glass) -> type; tracker-> unknown tracker alerts -> allow alerts -> manual scan -> view report

Next

Settings app -> Security & privacy -> permission used 24 hr -> press three dots {top right} –> Show system apps -> permissions tab -> physical activity -> customization service -> See all custom {link}

some apps may require permissions to work. so be careful.

Phone codes
Secret codes – *#62# forwarded calls
Secret codes – – ##21# call forwarding unconditionally erasure
Secret codes – – *#06# phone info		 01/03/2026
Windows Bluetooth Action
bluetooth taskbar

Bluetooth Icon In The Task Notifications



Search for "bluetooth and other devices" -> open it -> Make sure Bluetooth switch is turned on -> scroll down and click "More Bluetooth settings" -> tab "option" check "Show bluetooth icon in the notification area" -> "Apply" or "OK"

Bluetooth Troubleshooting



search box type "Services" -> scroll down to "Bluetooth Support Service" -> enter -> tab "General" -> change "Startup type "Automatic" -> Apply then OK -		 01/05/2026
Windows Command Prompt Actions
command clipboard internet network repair troubleshoot performance ram ultimate		 in "Search" type "cmd" -> Run as administrator

File opens wrong application.
assoc

Shows what programs open what file types
ftype{shows application path}

Need a deeper scan tool
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /Restore Health Deep repair tools

Hard drive doing the weird check out you drive
chkdsk /f Checks for file system errors.
chkdsk /f /r Checks for file system errors and repairs. You will reboot if you do the boot drive

Are deleted files are actually gone? Securely write over empty space on your drive.
cipher /w:c:

Disk Cleanup - Free up space on C: drive
cleanmgr

Show every driver and when it was installed. Drivers:
driverquery

Get MAC address
getmac Shows MAC address of local + remote machines

See your group policies! Shows every Group Policy applied to user and computer
gpresult /r

For admins: group policy update
gpupdate /force Force Group Police update

Show my DNS cache
ipconfig /displaydnsShows DNS cache

Is windows throttling your internet?
netsh interface tcp set global autotuning=high

See your wifi profiles. Shows all WiFi networks previous joined
netsh wlan show profiles |clip

Forgot your wifi password. Shows specific wifi network password in the clear
netsh wlan show profiles name=yourwifi key=clear

Is your app on internet? Shows which apps are talking to the internet and which ports they’re using.
netstat -abno |clip

What application is using what port
netstat -ano Shows ports + process IDs

For admins: silently access network users C drive
net use //computer/C$ {Use reverse slash}

User profiles that are configured Shows all users
net user

Change password on user.
net user existingUserName NewPassword The selected user will have his password updated.

Windows reliability monitor - your computers problem history {graphical}
perfmon /rel

Check battery on laptop
powercfg /batteryreport Creates battery health report

Unlock Ultimate Power Plan. Search "power plan" to see what you are currently using
powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61 Adds another performance item "Ultimate"

Windows wierdness happening
sfc /scannow Repairs corrupt system files

Computer screwy Restarts PC directly into recovery menu.
shutdown /r /o

Force Windows shutdown
shutdown /s /t 0 Force shutdown immediately (works remotely)

Force Windows shutdown {IT gold}
shutdown /i Graphical remote shutdown manager (IT Gold)

Get system info
systeminfo /fo list

Shows just the OS information — filtered, clean, perfect for screenshots. {later windows}
systeminfo|findstr /B /C:”OS”

Got a resource hog. Shows how much resource an application is consuming.
tasklist /fi “imagename eq msedge.exe {Run ftype to get app names}

Replace task mangager detective work
tasklist /svc Shows what services and processes are running

07:18:27 – Kill frozen app and restart
taskkill /f /im explorer.exe & start explorer.exe Restart Windows Explorer example

Who am I?
whoami /groups Shows AD groups you’re in

Quick health check - Health check on hard drives or SSDs Reports OK if worky
wmic diskdrive get status

List of apps intalled on my system
wmic product get name

Update all applications. Updates all apps on your system, replacing chocolatey or manual updating
winget upgrade –all

It is time to test your ram chips
winsat mem
 01/03/2026
Windows Comand Prompt To Clipboard Using The "|clip"
command clipboard powershell		 clipboard is activated when the pipe symbol + clip is used. The output will not go to the screen

Loading command prompt Output to clipboard using pipe. example: ipconfig /all |clip
paste into document by ctrl V Notepad text dump		 01/03/2026
Android Turn On Developer Options
developer option		 00:00:00 Dangerous setting to turn off on Android phone
Settings -> about phone -> Software Information ->
Build Number (click 7 times rapidly) Developer Mode will be activated
{phone will notify you when it has the menu created}

This has done be done once to be permanent

 01/03/2026
Windows 5 Powerful Run Tools
drivers		 Check for p
open "run" -> type "sigverif" -> enter ->

Windows starts scanning and giving a report

Click "Advanced" -> Click "View Log" to get text tile version. If you do not have this file make sure the top check box is checked to create log file		 01/06/2026
Android Gallery Labs Hidden Tool List
gallery labs hidden tool		 Install Gallery Labs Menu if you have not already

Open gallery app -> 3bar menu {lower right corner} ->
Gallery labs -> Samsungs hidden tool list ->		 01/03/2026
Android Install Gallery Labs Menu
gallery labs install		 Open gallery app -> 3bar menu {lower right corner} ->
Settings -> About Gallery -> Tap on version# 5times fast

This only has to be done once

 01/03/2026
Android Change Hidden Settings In Gallary App
gallery performance

Step 1

SETTINGS
search for "gallery" then ->
Gallery App info -> Mobile data -> Turn off Allow background data usage

Step 2

Go back one step <- Battery -> Restricted

Step 3

Go back one step <- Appear on top or draw over other apps -> turn "Allow permission" – off		 01/03/2026
Windows Enable Windows Godmode
godmode shortcut		 How to Enable God Mode
  1. Right-click on your desktop or any folder.
  2. Select New > Folder.
  3. Rename the new folder to exactly: GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

    What You Can Do With It
    • Access settings like BitLocker encryption, Power Options, Device Manager, Firewall, and User Accounts.
    • Quickly find settings by using the search bar within the God Mode folder.
    • Drag and drop individual settings from the God Mode folder to your desktop for even faster access.Â
    Key Benefits
    • Centralization: Access settings that are otherwise buried deep in the newer Windows 11 Settings app or the legacy Control Panel.
    • Efficiency: You can drag and drop specific settings (like "Manage audio devices") directly from the God Mode folder to your desktop for one-click access.
    • Searchable: The folder includes a search bar to quickly find niche tools like environment variables or BitLocker management.Â
    Important Considerations
    • Safety: God Mode is safe to use as it simply provides shortcuts to existing Windows functions.
    • Permissions: You must be logged in as an Administrator to use many of the settings within the folder.
    • Removal: To disable it, simply delete the folder or shortcut you created.
    Fun Selections
    • Adminstative Tools - View and toast local services
    • Adminstative Tools - Create and format hard disk partitions
    • Default Programs - Set your default programs
    • System - Adjust the appearance and performance of windows
    • System - Allow remote access to your computer
    • System - Create a recovery drive
    • System - Create a restore point
    • System - Change the size of virtual memory
    • System - View advanced system settings
    • System - task manager to disable startup apps
 01/05/2026
Android Google Reporting Shutdown
google tracker		 Google reporting

Settings app->Usage & diagnostics (turn off)->

next

Settings app -> digital wellbeing & parental controls -> press 3 dots {top left} -> Settings -> usage data access -> settings -> turn off access

next

Settings app -> digital wellbeing -> customization services -> switch off		 01/03/2026
Android Google Services Trackers
google trackers

Enabled trackers to turn off


SETTINGS -> Google Services -> All Services ->
01:58:09 personalize using shared data -> turn all 3 or 4 apps listed off

Apps

SETTINGS -> Apps -> 3dots {upper right} ->
Special Access -> usage data access -> Google -> Disable all 3 Google entities

02:30:07 3 setting to always turn off ->
02:43:20 SETTINGS -> privacy & security -> more privacy settings ->
— Personal data intelegence -> Turn off
03:18:08 <- usage & diagnostics -> turn off
03:35:03 END		 01/03/2026
Windows Power Shell - Startup Apps
power dyno startup performance		 search "powershell" -> Run as administrator -> Get-CimInstance Win32_StartupCommand

example
Command
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C:WindowsSystem32OneDriveSetup.exe /thfirstsetup
C:WindowsSystem32OneDriveSetup.exe /thfirstsetup
File Explorer.lnk
FileZilla.lnk
WebTools.lnk
"C:UserssteveAppDataLocalMicrosoftOneDriveOneDrive.exe" /background
"C:Program Files (x86)MicrosoftEdgeApplicationmsedge.exe" --no-startup-window --win-session-start
"C:Program FilesAdobeAcrobat DCAcrobatAdobeCollabSync.exe"
%windir%system32SecurityHealthSystray.exe
"C:WINDOWSSystem32DriverStoreFileRepositoryrealtekservice.inf_amd64_434f4faf6aa034b3RtkAudUService64.exe" -bac...
"C:WINDOWSSystem32DriverStoreFileRepositorywavesapo10de.inf_amd64_db3f3288eba6a142WavesSvc64.exe" -Jack

Test your PC's performance
search "powershell" -> Run as administrator -> get-cimInstance win32_winsat

Leveno laptop with win8.1
CPUScore : 6.8
D3DScore : 6.2
DiskScore : 7.7
GraphicsScore : 4.7
MemoryScore : 5.9
TimeTaken : MostRecentAssessment
WinSATAssessmentState : 1
WinSPRLevel : 4.7
PSComputerName :

Dell Precision 3650
CPUScore : 9.3
D3DScore : 9.9
DiskScore : 9.5
GraphicsScore : 8.7
MemoryScore : 9.3
TimeTaken : MostRecentAssessment
WinSATAssessmentState : 1
WinSPRLevel : 8.7
PSComputerName :		 01/05/2026
Windows Run Commands
run audio directx drivers malware virus optimize diagnose apps spy ultimate		 Boost audio output
run -> control panel -> view by category -> hardware & sound -> Sound -> click "speaker" -> properties -> "advanced" tab -> select "24 bit 192,000 -> exclusive mode "all boxes checked" -> ok

When you reboot pc your audio will be louder

Reset passwords
run -> control userpasswords2 -> displays user accounts -> select user -> click "reset password"

Note! you can remove them here also!

Make sceen text easier to read
run -> cttune -> selecting next will allow you to pick the different variations of text being displayed

Directx diagnostic tool
run -> dxdiag -> get all kinds of system information

Programs not shutting down completely Optimize PC performance.
Run -> GPEDIT.MSC -> enter
Local Computer Policy -> Computer configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> App Privacy
Select which apps that you want to run in the background. My settings are "Not configured"

hardware and device diagnostics. Can send fixes
Run -> type msdt.exe -id devicediagnostic

Comuter Boots Slow
Load "run" -> type "msconfig" -> OK -> "Boot" tab -> Advanced options -> Check "Number of processors" -> Set to the highest number available. -> click "Apply" -> click "OK"
You may get prompt to restart windows.

Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal tool- This does a scan of your system.
Run -> MRT -> enter

Has my system been hacked? Check all the users on my system
Run -> NETPLWIZ -> enter

Select unauthorized user and select "Remove"

Select your Power Plan
run -> powercfg.cpl -> Choose high performance

To Unlock Ultimate Power Plan. Search "power plan" to see what you are currently using>

if ultimate is missing, from the "command prompt"
powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61 Adds another performance item "Ultimate"

Look for identity leaks
run -> services.msc
  • Connected User Experiences & Telemetry -> startup type "disabled"
  • Windows error reporting service -> startup type "disabled"
  • diagnostics policy service -> startup type "disabled"
  • remote registry -> startup type "disabled

next run -> msconfig
  • click "sevices" tab ->
  • check "hide all microsoft services"
  • The rest are 3rd party services. Know what software you are using. It would be bad to remove Dropbox if you are storing data in the cloud. It would not sync.


LIst all programs including hidden one on your PC
run -> shell:AppsFolder -> remove what you do not need

Remove visual effects that slow my PC down?
Run -> sysdm.cpl -> enter -> "Advanced" tab -> Perfomance "Settings" -> default is "Let windows choose". I tried "best performance" but my screen fonts were not as clear and image files lose the picture and show a simple icon. Select "custom" and Keep "Show thumbnails" and "Smooth edges of screen fonts"

outdated drivers
run -> verifier -> check for unsigned drivers
 01/06/2026
Windows Cool Things Using "Search" Box
search malware code sandbox		 Loading sandbox windows
type "turn windows features on and off" -> check "Windows sandbox" -> Reboot windows

then it should be activated

Search -> type "windows sandbox" -> open

From here you can open files you do not trust

Protect against malware and malicious code
win11
Search -> type "device security" -> core isolation -> details -> turn on "memory integrity"		 01/21/2026
Windows Unnecesarry Windows Services
service
  • BTDevMgr.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems.
  • IconMan_R
    This is the software utility for the Realtek card reader and is known as the Realtek Card Reader Icon Tool. It adds an icon to the Windows notification area (system tray) in order to provide quick access to manage various functions of the device.
 01/21/2026
Windows Cool Things From "Settings"
settings internet		 Prevent internet sharing with strangers
settings -> windows update -> Advanced options -> delivery optimization -> turn off "delivery optimization" -> turn off downloads from other devices

This prevents background stealing		 01/21/2026
Windows Task Manager
settings task manager diagnostics services perfomance widgets

Win11 – 10 things to turn off


1. disable startup apps
task manager -> Startup -> click "unwanted app" -> disable: Repeat for each app

2. Kill notification & tips
Start -> Settings -> System -> Notification -> TURN OFF or click and turn off apps that you don't want to hear from.

3. Shut down back ground apps
Start -> Settings -> Apps -> Installed Apps -> click "offending app" -> 3dots

4. Stop online search in the start menu {Use the backward slash}
Run -> type "regedit" enter -> HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Windows/Explorer -> If explorer not exist: right click -> Select "New" than Key -> Name Key "Explorer and selected in left hand window -> right hand window, right click and select "new, DWORD(32-BIT) value -> TitleName is "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions" enter ->double click new entry and set value to 1 -> Rebooting makes it active. This is a per user change.

Kill widgets/ news & interest
Start -> Settings -> Personalization -> Taskbar -> Widgets (turn off)

6. Reduce telemetry and diagnostics.
Start -> Settings -> Privacy & Security -> diagnostics & Feedback -> Turn off "Send Optional diagnostics" and -> diagnostic data {turn off}


05:41:02 7. Disable ads in Explorer and the lock screen
06:08:24 kill the “fun facts and tips”.
07:18:20 8. Kill Cortana and co-pilot.
07:44:19 9. Kill activity history and timeline.
08:51:17 10. stop auto reboots after updates
09:55:00 11. TURN OFF REMOTE ASSISTANCE.
10:23:15 12. Optional windows features you do not need
11:44:11 13. Kill the hibernation file if you don’t hibernate.
13:03:26 another Microsoft update.
14:08:00 2. Searching index.
14:39:01 turn off search history.
15:12:26 turn off search highlights.
15:59:19 set my files to classic.
16:27:00 add excluded files folders you do not want searched.
16:41:12 3. Delivery optimization.
17:11:14 turn off delivery optimization.
17:33:13 turn off downloads from other devices.
17:50:19 5. Suggested apps in start menu ads.
18:31:27 turn off shell recommendations for tips.
23:00:27 god mode
23:23:13 made fixing windows simple.
27:27:27 stop windows from spying.
31:54:18 five PC tricks you should do
32:09:06 god mode code
32:58:26 windows 10 end-of-life.
40:43:16 are you still running Windows 10?
46:41:08 password locked out of windows.
53:45:10 END		 01/04/2026
Windows Shortcut Fixes
shortcut graphics card tabs		 Reset graphics card Only if display becomes flaky
ctrl + shift + Winkey + B

browser closed - So this to restore tabs
ctrl + shift + T		 01/13/2026
Windows Protect SSD Drives
ssd drive		 SSDs, or solid state drives, are widely used in desktops and laptops because they offer faster performance, quieter operation, and lower power consumption than traditional hard disks (HDDs). In the durability stakes, as well, an SSD wins over an HDD.

However, like all electronic components, SSDs have limited lifespans that can be affected by a range of different factors. It’s therefore smart to try to increase their lifespan. Here I lay out some key ways you can do that in Windows 11.

1. Enable Trim for SSDs

One simple trick to extend SSD lifespan is to enable the Trim command for your SSD. This tells the drive which data blocks are no longer used, effectively managing and freeing up disk space. If you don’t enable the Trim, the SSD needs to perform extra and unnecessary operations to delete old files, giving rise to more wear and reducing lifespan.

To check if the Trim command is enabled open the command prompt with admin rights and type the command fsutil behavior query DisableDeleteNotify. If you get the notification DisableDeleteNotify = 0 then you have Trim enabled. If not, then you can enable it with this command: fsutil behavior set DisableDeleteNotify 0.


2. Disable hibernation

In hibernation mode the computer will write all the data it stores in the RAM to a file named Hiberfil.sys on the SSD. If you hibernate your PC often this file can be extremely large. Excessive and heavy writing can wear out your SSD, hence you should disable hibernation in Windows 11. To do that, open the command prompt with admin permission and type the command powercfg.exe /hibernate off.


3. Disable Paging File (Virtual Memory)

When RAM is insufficient for your computing increasing the virtual memory or paging file can be one solution. However, this isn’t good for SSD lifespan as it results in lots of writing to your SSD. Therefore, you’re going to want to disable paging file to increase the SSD lifespan. Here’s how to do that.

  • Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type sysdm.cpl and click OK to open System Properties.
  • Navigate to the Advanced tab and click on Settings under the Performance section.
  • In the Performance Options window, go to the Advanced tab and click on Change under the Virtual Memory section.
  • Uncheck the box for Automatically manage paging file size for all drives.
  • Select the drive where the pagefile is located (usually C:).
  • Choose the option No paging file and click Set.
  • Click OK to close all windows and restart your computer when prompted.



4. Enable write caching

Most SSDs support write caching that allows temporarily storing data in a cache, which avoids frequent small writes to the SSD. Enabling this feature will reduce the number of write cycles and extend the lifespan of your SSD. You can do that in a few easy steps.

  • Type Win+X and choose Device Manager.
  • Expand the disk drives, right click on your SSD, and select Properties.
  • Under the Policies tab, tick Enable write caching on the device and click OK.
  • Write caching should now be enabled.



5. Avoid filling up the SSD memory

If the SSD memory is filled up, it can reduce the SSD lifespan and the drive will run a lot slower than it should. Therefore, you should aim to always keep at least 20 percent of the drive’s capacity free.

You can check on how full your drive is in Windows under Devices and Drives. Simply double click on File Explorer and select This PC from the menu on the left. The capacity of the drive will be shown beneath the drive visual and how much free space there is will be indicated clearly too.

Keep the SSD firmware up to date

SSD manufacturers often release updates for the SSD firmware to keep it running efficiently and to reduce wear and tear, so these updates can extend the device’s lifespan. To see if your SSD does, it’s best to visit the manufacturer’s website to search for any firmware updates. Most vendors will also have their own SSD software to update firmware automatically.		 02/04/2026
Windows Clearing Temp Folders
temp folders junk files		 Run -> %localappdata% -> Proceed with caution before deleting any apps data

Run -> %temp% ->		 01/07/2026
Windows Things That Need To Be Turned Off
turn off		 Quit sending data to everyone

win 11
winkey + i -> privacy & security -> General -> turn off top 4: No to: personalized ads, relevant content, improve start and search results, suggested content is settings app

win 11
winkey + i -> privacy & security -> diagnostics & feedback -> send optional diagnostic data -> turn off		 01/29/2026