25 Hidden Tricks Inside Windows 10 Everyone Should Know About
Windows 10 is packed with powerful features—but many of its best time-savers and productivity tools are hidden beneath the surface. Whether you’re a new user or a seasoned pro, there are plenty of lesser-known tricks that can completely change how you use your PC.
Here are 25 hidden Windows 10 features and tricks that can help you get more done, faster.
💡 1. God Mode (Ultimate Control Panel)
Create a folder and name it:
It unlocks a mega-settings panel with 200+ controls in one place.
🚀 2. Secret Start Menu
Right-click the Start button or press Windows + X for a power-user menu with quick access to tools like Device Manager, Disk Management, and Command Prompt.
🖼️ 3. Virtual Desktops
Press Windows + Ctrl + D to create a new virtual desktop for multitasking. Switch between them using Windows + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow.
🧱 4. Shake to Minimize
Grab a window by its title bar and shake your mouse—everything else minimizes. Shake again to restore.
📋 5. Clipboard History
Activate clipboard history by pressing Windows + V. It stores multiple copied items you can reuse.
📸 6. Snip & Sketch Tool
Use Windows + Shift + S to take partial screenshots and annotate with the built-in editor.
🔐 7. Dynamic Lock
Pair your smartphone with your PC via Bluetooth, and Windows will automatically lock your computer when you step away.
Go to: Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options
🔇 8. Silence Notifications with Focus Assist
Turn off distracting notifications during work or gaming.
Go to: Settings > System > Focus Assist
⏱️ 9. Built-in Timer, Stopwatch, and Alarms
Search for “Alarms & Clock” in the Start menu—you’ll find a handy time management suite.
🌐 10. Quick Web Search from Taskbar
Click the search box or press Windows + S to type anything—local files, web searches, or apps.
🧽 11. Storage Sense – Auto Cleanup
Turn on Storage Sense to automatically delete junk files and empty your Recycle Bin.
Settings > System > Storage
🗂️ 12. Pin Folders to Quick Access
Drag frequently used folders into the left panel of File Explorer for one-click access.
📑 13. Tabbed File Explorer with Sets (Insider Only)
For some Insider builds, File Explorer has tab support (like a browser). Keep an eye on this—it’s coming to future Windows versions.
🔎 14. Zoom In/Out Anywhere
Hold Ctrl and scroll with your mouse wheel to zoom in browsers, File Explorer, and more.
🧏 15. Speech to Text (Dictation)
Press Windows + H to start voice typing in any text field.
📁 16. Restore Previous File Versions
Right-click a file or folder > Properties > Previous Versions to recover older versions (if File History is enabled).
💬 17. Emoji Keyboard
Press Windows + . (period) or Windows + ; to open the emoji & symbols panel anywhere you type.
🌃 18. Dark Mode Everywhere
Enable dark mode in Settings > Personalization > Colors for less eye strain, especially at night.
🖥️ 19. Project Your Screen to Another PC
Use Connect to wirelessly mirror your screen to another device.
Settings > System > Projecting to this PC
🛠️ 20. Secret System Troubleshooters
Search for “Troubleshoot” in Settings. Windows has built-in tools for everything from audio to networking problems.
🔢 21. Math Solver in Calculator App
Open the Calculator > Click the hamburger menu > “Graphing” or “Math Solver” to tackle advanced equations.
🌐 22. Built-in Offline Maps
Download maps for offline use in Settings > Apps > Offline Maps—useful for travel or weak internet zones.
🧩 23. Optional Features Menu
Add or remove legacy Windows features (like Telnet, Hyper-V, etc.):
Settings > Apps > Optional Features
🔍 24. Task View Timeline (Recent Activity)
Press Windows + Tab to open Task View—scroll down to see your activity history.
📦 25. Built-In App Reset
Having trouble with an app? Reset it via
Settings > Apps > [App Name] > Advanced Options > Reset
✅ Final Thoughts
Windows 10 is more than just a basic operating system—it’s a productivity powerhouse if you know where to look. These 25 hidden gems are just the beginning.
Try a few today, and you’ll start using your PC like a pro.
