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3 PC Tricks You Probably Didn’t Know
3 PC Tricks You Probably Didn’t Know
Boost performance, update apps, and customize your Command Prompt like a pro
🧰 Trick 1: Update All Your Apps Using Winget
🧰 Trick 1: Update All Your Apps Using Winget
Winget is a built-in Windows tool that lets you update installed apps from the command line—fast and easy.
Step-by-Step:
Step-by-Step:
Click the Start menu and type Command Prompt.
Right-click Command Prompt and choose Run as administrator.
In the black window, type this command and press Enter:
winget upgrade
This shows all apps with updates available.
To update everything at once, type:
winget upgrade --all
Winget will automatically download and install updates for each app.
Why It’s Useful:
Why It’s Useful:
Saves time compared to updating apps one by one
Keeps your system secure and up to date
Works silently in the background
🎨 Trick 2: Customize Your Command Prompt (Matrix Mode!)
🎨 Trick 2: Customize Your Command Prompt (Matrix Mode!)
Make your terminal look cooler and easier to read by changing fonts and colors.
Step-by-Step:
Step-by-Step:
Open Command Prompt.
Right-click the title bar at the top of the window.
Click Properties.
Use these tabs to customize:
Font: Choose a bold or futuristic font like Consolas or Lucida Console
Colors: Change text color to green and background to black for a “Matrix” look
Layout: Resize the window for better visibility
Click OK to apply your changes.
Why It’s Useful:
Why It’s Useful:
Improves readability
Adds personality to your workspace
Makes tech support look cooler when helping clients!
🚀 Trick 3: Speed Up Your Boot Time by Disabling Startup Apps
🚀 Trick 3: Speed Up Your Boot Time by Disabling Startup Apps
Too many apps launching at startup can slow down your computer. Here’s how to fix that.
Step-by-Step:
Step-by-Step:
Right-click the Taskbar and select Task Manager.
Click the Startup tab.
Review the list of apps that launch when your PC boots.
Right-click any app you don’t need immediately and choose Disable.
What to Disable:
What to Disable:
Cloud sync tools (unless needed right away)
Chat apps, game launchers, or update checkers
Printer software or media players
Note: Leave antivirus and essential drivers enabled.
🧠 Bonus Tip: Restart Weekly
🧠 Bonus Tip: Restart Weekly
Restarting your PC once a week helps apply updates, clear memory, and keep things running smoothly.
📞 Need Help?
📞 Need Help?
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Call: 587-306-3444
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