Windows 10: Windows Insiders talk directly with engineers about Windows 10 taskbar

Brink · May 20, 2019

The Web Shell Team recently stepped out of the work lab and on to the phone to talk to Windows Insiders like you. The objective was to have conversations with customers who actively use the taskbar in Windows.

The engineering team is continuously improving the discoverability of taskbar settings and choosing better defaults based on how Insiders interact with the taskbar. That said, it can be challenging to strike the ideal balance of functionality for all types of users. As one engineer said, “it’s a bit like trying to make a pizza for the entire world. Everyone wants different toppings; some like it plain and others want it fully loaded.”

Insider feedback through channels like the Feedback Hub help us better understand the full spectrum of user needs. Customer research calls help us drill down even further. Organized by Microsoft User Research, these calls represent a new channel for us to engage with Insiders and incorporate even more of your feedback into Windows.

The response from Insiders to these recent taskbar calls was fantastic. We had an amazing number of Insiders participate and the conversations were lively and insightful. The whole team found the experience exhilarating and enjoyed speaking with you!

Responding to feedback

We learned a lot from our Insiders during these calls and our engineers took some valuable insights back to the lab. We’d also like to share a few tips and tricks related to one issue that often came up during the calls: Many Insiders were not aware of the options available to customize the taskbar.

One very popular option that we introduced with Windows 10 Insider Preview Builds (19H1) is the ability to extend the light theme to the taskbar. Simply go to Settings > Personalization and select Light in the Colors tab or Windows (light) in the Themes tab.

*Arrow How to Change Default App Mode and Windows Mode to Light or Dark Theme Color in Windows 10

There are many more options for customizing the taskbar to your specific needs and interests. You can also change the order of the icons, manage your calendar, move the taskbar to where you want it to display on your screen, and specify how taskbar buttons group together when you have more than one window open.

When it comes to pinning your favorite apps to the taskbar, several Insiders were interested to hear that this includes Progressive Web Apps (PWA). These apps act as a fast way to engage with your favorite apps. This is particularly beneficial for social media where you can tweet a post, upload a picture or check your DM’s quickly just by right-clicking on the app. Learn more about which apps currently use this feature.

*Arrow How to 'Pin to taskbar' and 'Unpin from taskbar' Apps in Windows 10

To customize the taskbar and check out the full set of options, simply right click on any open area of your taskbar and select Taskbar settings. To learn more, go to How to use the taskbar in Windows 10.

Keep that feedback coming

Microsoft User Research will be planning more calls with Insiders and engineers in the future and we’ll be sure to give you a heads up on future opportunities. If you’re interested in volunteering for upcoming sessions, keep an eye on the Windows Insider website, Twitter feed @windowsinsider, and monthly e-newsletter for session updates.

In the meantime, L: keep that feedback coming through the Feedback Hub. Every piece of feedback helps us build a better Windows for you and the rest of the world.
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Ahhzz · May 20, 2019

Windows 10 Tweaks

Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

Open a new Explorer window.

Click View in the ribbon.

Click Options.

Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”

Click OK

credit to Lifehacker.

MrGenius · May 20, 2019

Windows 10 RTM/Build 10240 now available for Insiders

Insiders in the fast and slow rings are now being distributed the latest Windows 10 RTM (build 10240).

http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwi...-for-windows-insiders-in-fast-and-slow-rings/

But for those wanting to expedite the upgrade, and/or download the latest build in iso form, it can be downloaded for free from the following link.

http://getintopc.com/softwares/oper...-pro-build-10240-iso-32-64-bit-free-download/

Don't forget to check out the activation steps found here:

Spoiler slmgr /ipk W269N-WFGWX-YVC9B-4J6C9-T83GX
slmgr /skms kms.xspace.in
slmgr /ato

Windows 10 Enterprise - NPPR9-FWDCX-D2C8J-H872K-2YT43B8YKP-D69TJ
Windows 10 Home - TX9XD-98N7V-6WMQ6-BX7FG-H8Q99
Windows 10 Professional - W269N-WFGWX-YVC9B-4J6C9-T83GX

use the key you need for the build and run those lines in cmd to activate

activation
I suggest running those commands as administrator. Just in case.

Enjoy!

Laurijan · May 20, 2019

Windows 10 Activation (Insider)

Hi!

I signed up in the windows insider program and got windows 10 free - the windows 10 insider preview updated to windows 10 pro.
Today i got another SSD and did a raid 0 on my system forcing me to do a clean install of windows but now it wont activate anymore.
Signing in with my microsoft account that was linked to the insider program didnt help.
Maybe i got this problem since i quit the insider program for several days and signed up again after i found out that my win 10 wont activate anymore.
Any ideas how to fix it?

Lauri

Windows 10: Windows Insiders talk directly with engineers about Windows 10 taskbar

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