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Unable to print PDF files
Unable to print any/all of my PDF files. I've tried to use the self-tutorial but to no avail, Please assist. thanks,
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
asked 2026-07-18T12:31:25.4233333+00:00
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Elaine Spinato
0
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asked 2026-07-18T12:31:25.4233333+00:00
Elaine Spinato
0
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How to permanently disable windows updates without losing performances in time?
Hi, From experience, if the updates are not made in time the operating system slows down. In 3-4 months becomes slow enough to be compared with a computer running with 4x86 CPU (google it to see what I mean if you are under 50). The biggest problem is…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update
15,177 questions
asked 2026-07-18T07:39:09.6766667+00:00
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sweetpoison
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answered 2026-07-18T12:30:44.0766667+00:00
sweetpoison
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Microsoft Store issue (blank interface and nothing opening)
Screenshot 2026-07-18 174210.png My microsoft store in snot opening, every time I try to open, it always shows blank screen and doesn't open at all. I tried everything, no vpns connected, nothing "wsreset.exe" to reset it, Running…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Microsoft Store
3,178 questions
asked 2026-07-18T12:28:12.6166667+00:00
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Nishchal Pandey
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asked 2026-07-18T12:28:12.6166667+00:00
Nishchal Pandey
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Cannot print PDF fils
Unable to print any/all of my PDF files. I've tried to use the self-tutorial but to no avail, Please assist. thanks,
Windows for home | Other | Devices and drivers
6,652 questions
asked 2026-07-18T12:26:07.0733333+00:00
Elaine Spinato
0
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asked 2026-07-18T12:26:07.0733333+00:00
Elaine Spinato
0
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Anyone have problems with installing Win 10 Cumulative Updates: July 14th, 2026? My machine freaked out and I got problems. Not looking for support. Wondering if others too?
Hello. I installed this update and am up to date in all updates previously. my setup my disk is 215gb free of 953gb. Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i9-10900KF CPU @ 3.70GHz 3.70 GHz Installed RAM 64.0 GB Storage 954 GB SSD ADATA SX6000LNP, 1.82 TB HDD…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
23,742 questions
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Issue with Microsoft Visual C++ 2022 X64 Minimum Runtime (14.51.36247)
The error in the top right always appears when i try to launch a few games, when i click OK, the error underneath it appears. I deleted all traces of the source it is referencing in the Registry Editor along with any file named that within the file…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Files, folders, and storage
23,541 questions
asked 2026-07-18T11:34:57.82+00:00
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Koppany ✔
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answered 2026-07-18T12:12:02.67+00:00
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Ramesh Srinivasan
82,650
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Independent Advisor
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Cant Install Chinese Language Handwriting/Basic Typing
Since upgrading to Win11 Home, i cant install the chinese language handwriting/basic typing. Tried the following and still the same: Changing default app storage settings (already set to C:). Disabling WSUS/forcing public internet locations via…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Input and language
1,987 questions
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Realm Subscription not renewing and instead starting new ones
Yesterday I was trying to renew my realm subscription, and every time I tried to renew it would say that something went wrong, then after it would say that I didn't finish renewing the realm subscription, then once I did that, it would open up a new…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Gaming
5,136 questions
asked 2026-07-18T12:01:25.7733333+00:00
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Rowan McDavitt
0
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asked 2026-07-18T12:01:25.7733333+00:00
Rowan McDavitt
0
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Windows update kb5101650 makes so the windows button on taskbar and keyboard not work
Everytime I install the update kb5101650 the windows button on taskbar and keyboard stop working, i tried resetting explorer and the command stuff but the only thing that has worked is uninstalling the update. Is there another fix or no? I have windows…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update
15,177 questions
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No Input Device Found
Suddenly, unable to unmute microphone on ACER Laptop- (multiple units have the same issue) when search the microphone is not found. We have tried searching for driver - message states best driver found. Uninstalled and reinstalled drivers -- problem…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
23,657 questions
asked 2026-07-18T10:59:02.08+00:00
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Joan Crader
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edited an answer 2026-07-18T11:37:19.3233333+00:00
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Sumit D - IA
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Microsoft Visual C++2022 X86 Minimum Runtime - 14.51.36247 pop up issues
I am having issues with MIcrosoft Visual C++ when I try and open some games in Steam, like AOE2 and Poppy Playtime. I get a message from Steam Client Services asking if I want to let the App make changes to my PC, and no matter what I say I get a pop up…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Gaming
5,136 questions
asked 2026-07-12T02:02:03.3066667+00:00
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Jason Taylor
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answered 2026-07-18T11:36:14.3166667+00:00
Koppany ✔
0
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(Minidump Included) Frequent crashes, various error codes
On Sunday my computer started spam BSOD. I could get the computer to work for segments of a couple hours before the next BSOD. Tried a bunch of different things chasing error codes. I resolved to just full reinstalling windows. My windows installations…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
31,944 questions
asked 2026-07-15T16:58:35.01+00:00
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Johnathan Koch
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commented 2026-07-18T11:31:42.35+00:00
Johnathan Koch
0
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Proper way to uninstall Phone Link and Reinstall on Windows 11 Home Edition 25H2
According to: Norton 360 Security - Startup Scan: File C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.YourPhone_1.25112.36.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe\System.I0.Compression.dllI>1 Error 421 {ZIP archive is corrupted.} Please Acknowledge: According to my PC ...…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Connect Phone and PC
1,317 questions
asked 2026-02-01T17:44:58.9733333+00:00
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John Ray
5
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commented 2026-07-18T11:24:17.4+00:00
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Tim Pettiford
0
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ESP32 as Access Point: TCP connection drops after 1–2 minutes on Windows 10/11, but only on first connection
I have an ESP32 running a program that opens both a TCP and UDP server on a specific port. In Station mode (connecting to a modem/router): both connections work reliably with no drops. In Access Point mode (ESP32 acts as Wi-Fi AP): the connection drops…
Windows for home | Other | Internet and connectivity
1,210 questions
asked 2026-07-10T15:38:41.6433333+00:00
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Vahid Ajalluian
0
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commented 2026-07-18T11:13:56.4033333+00:00
Vahid Ajalluian
0
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how to disable Windows 11 multi desktop
Ever since the newest update my pc has been spazing out and trying to get me to open a new desktop. for example, i right click on my desktop to open property's and it brings up the "desktop" option, i try to select items on the desktop to move…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
9,881 questions
asked 2026-06-04T20:21:12.9766667+00:00
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Mallori
25
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commented 2026-07-18T11:04:47.1533333+00:00
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Christopher Isaacs
0
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How To Get A New Laptop
I have a Hp laptop purchased for school Regent University around August 2021 however fast forward unaware that Microsoft places a security mechanism called BitLocker on your Microsoft account that allows it to automatically lock it and if the original…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Security and privacy
17,501 questions
asked 2026-07-18T10:31:21.16+00:00
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Shelia Y. Cruthirds
0
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answered 2026-07-18T11:04:04.5866667+00:00
DaveM121
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PAINT stopped working (today) and will neither uninstall or re-install (Windows 11 up to date)
I use PAINT daily and today ... while I was using it ... the window closed ... and when I tried to reopen it ... it would not reopen I searched for solutions and decided to uninstall and reinstall ... as there are no permanent setting that will need…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Apps
2,247 questions
asked 2026-07-14T15:58:12.77+00:00
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Kevin Cook
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edited a comment 2026-07-18T11:02:28.96+00:00
Kevin Cook
0
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How to build tools on Minecraft?? (Basically, how do you experts do it?)
Hey everyone, So, after hearing that Minecraft is a pretty decent and solid game from nearly every other kid/teen I meet (whether at school, library, or summer camp), my group of friends decided to finally get me into it. Currently it has been - I think…
Windows for home | Other | Gaming
4,046 questions
asked 2026-07-15T23:15:10.7533333+00:00
Seraphinenightfall14
35
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commented 2026-07-18T11:02:11.1533333+00:00
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Vikki-T
7,055
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
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Starting the Recovery Drive
Trying to create a recovery drive for backup on a USB thumbdrive. I have created recovery drives annually for many years. Recently I launched the Recovery Drive program but the USB drive could not be recognized and the "next" button was…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,563 questions
asked 2026-07-15T23:27:35.6666667+00:00
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Carl Aiken
0
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commented 2026-07-18T10:59:06.44+00:00
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Thomas4-N
19,230
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Moderator
3 answers
how to fix win32szs url
my dell laptop was remotely accessed and comprised how do l reset up all defences and url boot drive?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accessibility
1,567 questions
asked 2026-07-07T10:04:00.51+00:00
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ChristopherPaulMcDonough-9384
0
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commented 2026-07-18T10:56:42.15+00:00
Thomas4-N
19,230
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