Category: Windows 8

Media Creation Tool Error 0x80072F8F – 0x20000 in Windows 7/8

Last Updated on: December 8, 2022 by Ramesh

When you attempt to upgrade to Windows 10 from a Windows 7/8 computer using Microsoft’s Media Creation Tool, the error 0x80072F8F - 0x20000 may appear. The full error message verbatim is below:

There was a problem running this tool

We're not sure what happened, but we're unable to run this tool on your PC. If you continue experiencing problems, reference the error code when contacting customer support. Error code: 0x80072F8F - 0x20000

Let’s see how to fix this error on Windows 7 and Windows 8.Read more

Pin Any File or Folder to the Taskbar in Windows 10

Last Updated on: July 2, 2019 by Ramesh

Windows 8 and Windows 10 lets you pin folders to the Start screen, but pinning data files and folders to the taskbar is not allowed. The context menu entry Pin to Taskbar never exists for data files and folders. However, here is a neat little trick that lets you pin any file or folder (directory) to the taskbar.Read more

How to Download Windows 10/11 ISO (Direct Download)

Last Updated on: June 2, 2023 by Ramesh

This article explains how to download the official Windows 10 or Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft servers using different methods. The Media Creation Tool downloads the latest version of Windows 10/11 by default. You can also use Rufus or other third-party tools to accomplish the task.Read more

Windows Update Error 80240037 in New Windows 7 and 8.1 Computers

Last Updated on: May 12, 2019 by Ramesh

If you’ve just bought a new computer loaded with Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 with one of the Processors (CPU) mentioned below, note that Microsoft Updates will not be available for your system.Read more

Customize and Backup Quick Access Toolbar Settings in File Explorer

Last Updated on: May 12, 2019 by Ramesh

The Quick Access Toolbar (QAT), part of the Ribbon framework, is located in the title bar of File Explorer and Office applications. You can add your frequently used ribbon commands to the Quick Access Toolbar for easy access — so that you don’t need to switch tabs each time to use a particular command.Read more

How to Disable Automatic Maintenance in Windows 10

Last Updated on: December 5, 2020 by Ramesh

Windows automatically runs scheduled maintenance on a daily basis when you’re not using your computer. This feature is called Automatic Maintenance, which takes care of updating Windows Store apps and other software, running Windows Defender scans, system diagnostics, Disk Cleanup, etc.Read more

Increase Lock Screen Display Off Timeout in Windows 10

Last Updated on: May 12, 2019 by Ramesh

The lock screen which exists in Windows 8 and higher is an additional screen with a background image. The lock screen, which conceals the login screen, shows the time and date, quick status of running apps and the current Windows Spotlight image details.

After 60 seconds of no user activity, the lock screen display turns off to conserve power. This timeout applies when you lock the device or workstation, as well as during startup.Read more

How to reorder folder groups in a library in Windows?

Last Updated on: May 12, 2019 by Ramesh

Libraries were first introduced in Windows 7 and the feature has been carried forward to Windows 8 and Windows 10. Libraries provide you a consolidated or aggregated view of related files in one place.Read more

How to Remove Invalid Entries from Task Manager Startup tab

Last Updated on: December 20, 2021 by Ramesh

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Managing startup entries was possible using the System Configuration Utility (msconfig.exe), in Windows 7 and earlier. This functionality is now provided by the Task Manager in Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11, which features a new “Startup” tab that lists all auto-start entries in the system.

How to Disable Hibernation Without Disabling Fast Startup

Last Updated on: November 2, 2020 by Ramesh

Fast Startup is a feature in Windows 8 and 10, which speeds up the boot process significantly. With the Fast Startup feature enabled by default, when the user shuts down the computer, what happens under the hood is a hybrid shutdown sequence.Read more