Microsoft Windows is a user-friendly operating system that caters to the needs of every user. However, if you encounter some issues while performing a new task or some system-related problem, you may want some help.
Windows offers various ways of getting the necessary information or instructions in such situations. you may usually apply default methods on Windows or seek help from official sources or platforms. The default methods are quicker while the official sources have more details.
Using the Help Shortcut
Pressing the F1 button while any window is active opens the help window or the help and support platform of the application or program in your default web browser. It also works on default Windows processes like File Explorer, Local Group Policy Editor, and so on.
It does not work with every process, but you should still try pressing this shortcut key whenever you need any help with the program. Then you may follow the links on the help page to get the necessary instructions.
You will also find theHelpoption on most apps’ menu bar. Clicking on this option usually performs the same action as the Help shortcut.
Through the Windows Help and Learning Platform
TheWindows Help & Learning Platform on Microsoftprovides a catalog of possible help and support you need from Microsoft. you’re able to directly enter your query there or go through the categories and links to find the necessary information or instruction.
Using the Get Help App
Windows provides a Get Help app by default. You can use it regardless of whether you need some help in performing a task or resolving an issue.
Search on Windows and the Internet
If you’re able to’t get the necessary help for your situation through the above means, you should search for it on Windows (Win + S) or the internet. You can also ask Cortana, which will perform both actions and tell you the results.
With the Tips App
Windows also comes with a Tips app that shows a few tips and tricks you can perform on Windows such as keyboard shortcuts, organizing and personalizing your computer, improving security, and so on.
While it is limited in its information scope, it does provide you with some details on optimizing your computer experience in various ways.
Contact Microsoft Support
You can alsocontact Microsoft supportthrough Microsoft’s online contact platform. Here, you will first need to type down your issue and click Get Help. Then, it will show you some self-help options as well as allow you to have a live chat with a Microsoft specialist.
You can alsobook an appointment with a live paid Tech Support via Microsoft Answer Deskor you can use the following contact information to contact Microsoft Support.
Using Remote Assistance or Quick Assist
If you couldn’t figure out what you need to do or need external help in performing the instructions, you can use theRemote Assistanceor Quick Assist feature on Windows. It will allow a remote user to partially control your system to help you troubleshoot your issue.
Getting Help in CMD or PowerShell
you may also get help in using a particular command on Windows Command-line Interfaces (CLI) likeCommand Prompt and PowerShell. It is very useful especially if you are just getting into using these CLI.
