How-To Geek on MSN

Surprising things you can do with your mouse in Windows

Snap Layouts is one of Windows’ most powerful multitasking features, and using it with your mouse is both fast and intuitive.
PCMag on MSN

You're using Windows 11 wrong—until you learn these 31 game-changing tricks

Unleash Windows 11's hidden features, maximize the power of its AI tools, and fine-tune your PC like a pro with these ...
Windows Central

Hidden Windows 11 File Explorer feature lets you drag tabs into new windows, but only if you're an Insider

A hidden feature in the latest Insider build of Windows 11 adds a much-requested feature to File Explorer. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...
Ars Technica

Dragging files from Windows Explorer into a Java application

I am making a small transfer utility in Java and I want the user to be able to drag a file into the window to have it start the transfer.<BR><BR>I created a DropTarget, set it to be active, and then ...
Android Authority

Windows 11 could soon make file sharing as easy as it is on Android

Microsoft appears to be testing a “Drag Tray” feature in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview. Drag Tray makes sharing files easier by letting you drag and drop to available sharing options. This ...
PC Magazine

Become a Windows 11 Expert: 30 of Our Favorite Tips and Tricks You Need to Know

Customize your Windows 11 experience, learn about the best new features, and squeeze the most out of Microsoft's superb desktop OS with these hand-picked tips and pointers. I've been testing PC and ...
Ars Technica

Win 7 - re-enabling "show window contents while dragging"?

Our remote support software (Bomgar - it is fantastic) also allows one to present one's screen to the remote viewers, great for demoing things, etc.<BR><BR>However, on Vista and Win7, it knocks you ...