Windows 7 Tips

Finally! That is what many PC users are saying after Microsoft released Windows 7. The operating system is actually very stable and is packed with efficient features. Some are even calling Windows Vista the Beta release of Windows 7. If you have made the transition to the new OS, the here are some quick tips for you.

If you are into image manipulation, then it is essential that you calibrate the screen. In Windows 7, it is very easy to do this. All you have to do is click on the start menu, and type DCCW in the search bar at the bottom or click on RUN and enter it there. This will bring up the color calibration tool which you can then use to set up you monitor.

The next tool is the Problem Steps Recorder. This allows you to record any issues you have with applications. To launch it, follow the same steps as above and type PSR to activate the tool. Further troubleshooting is also very easy in Windows 7. Go to the Control Panel and you will find an icon there titled Troubleshooting. Click on this and it will take you to several Wizards which will help you troubleshoot common problems.

Burning ISO images onto a disc is really easy now in the new OS. All you have to do is double-click on the ISO file, choose the blank disc and then choose Burn. That’s all it takes!

Connecting Projectors is also a breeze now. Simply connect the cable and press the Windows Key along with “P” (i.e. WinKey+P). If keep holding the Windows key and repeatedly tap on “P”, you can cycle through the options for other displays (extended, projector only, duplicate, etc).

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