Skip to content

Cyn Mackley

Mystery Writer & Tech Whisperer

  • Cyn Mackley Mysteries
  • Cyn’s Tech Tips
  • Contact
  • Shop
  • Cart
  • My account
  • Home

Desktop Enhancement

Safe Mode in 8, 8.1 and 10

Posted on December 7, 2016 by cynmackley

Having a hard time booting your new machine into safe mode? Here's how!

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, File & Disk Management, I've Always Wanted To Know..., In The News, Security Help, System Tune-Up Help, Uncategorized, Windows 10, Windows 8Tagged restart, safe mode, Windows 10, windows 8Leave a comment

How Do I Get My Pointer Back?

Posted on December 6, 2016 by cynmackley

The easy trick to making your pointer larger and easier to read. We show you how.

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, Windows 10Tagged change your mouse pointer, ease of access, mouse pointer, settings, Windows 10Leave a comment

Phonotto Makes Smartphones Easier For Seniors

Posted on November 21, 2016 by cynmackley

Is this the solution for making smartphones simple for seniors? Check it out.

Posted in Android, Desktop Enhancement, SmartphonesTagged Android launchers, apps for seniors, free apps, launchers, Phnotto, smartphone2 Comments

Can Microsoft Improve Your Android Phone?

Posted on November 20, 2016 by cynmackley

Check out Arrow Launcher, an app that makes your Android phone a little more familiar.

Posted in Android, Desktop Enhancement, SmartphonesTagged android launcher, Arrow Launcher, free apps, microsoft, Microsoft Garage, smartphonesLeave a comment

Virtual Desktops In Windows 7 & 8.1

Posted on October 27, 2016 by cynmackley

The trick to getting virtual desktops in Windows 7 and 8.1. We check out a free download that makes it happen.

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, Free DownloadsTagged Dexpot, free downloads, virtual desktops, Windows 10, windows 7, Windows 8.1Leave a comment

Launch Taskbar Applications Without A Mouse

Posted on October 13, 2016 by cynmackley

How to open items pinned to the Taskbar with your keyboard, no mouse required.

Posted in Desktop EnhancementTagged desktop, Keyboard Tricks, taskbar, windows 7, Windows key1 Comment

Remove Ads From Skype

Posted on October 11, 2016 by cynmackley

Tired of ads in Skype? If you're up to a bit of a tech challenge, we can show you how to get rid of them.

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, MultimediaTagged messaging, remove ads from Skype, roaming, skype, video calls2 Comments

Customize Windows 7 Shut-Down Button

Posted on October 5, 2016 by cynmackley

Customize your Windows 7 power button to take the actions you use most.

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, Quick TipsTagged quick tips, Windows 7 power button options, Windows 7 start menu, Windows 7 tipsLeave a comment

Windows 10: Adjust Lock Screen time

Posted on August 16, 2016 by cynmackley

Does your Windows 10 PC keep falling asleep? Does your screen keep locking? Learn how to adjust the times so you don't time out.

Posted in Computer Terms, Desktop Enhancement, Windows 10Tagged adjust sleep time, adjust time before screen locks, lock screen, settings, sleep, Windows 102 Comments

Windows 10: Where Are My Icons?

Posted on August 10, 2016 by cynmackley

Missing icons after a Windows 10 upgrade? Here's how to get them back.

Posted in Desktop Enhancement, Windows 10Tagged desktop icons, icons in Windows 10, missing folders, missing icons, missing recycle bin, show common desktop icons, Windows 101 Comment

Posts navigation

← Older posts
Newer posts →

Tech Tip Archives

Sign up to our mailing list

Subscribe

* indicates required

Text Widget

This is a text widget. The Text Widget allows you to add text or HTML to your sidebar. You can use a text widget to display text, links, images, HTML, or a combination of these. Edit them in the Widget section of the Customizer.

Footer Three Menu Widget

  • Cyn Mackley Mysteries
  • Cyn’s Tech Tips
  • Contact
  • Shop
  • Cart
  • My account
  • Home
Powered by WordPress.com.
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest
  • LinkedIn
Loading Comments...