How-to guides for Windows
Clear, honest how-tos: the free built-in options in Windows and Office first, and where an app saves you time.
How to merge PDF files on Windows 11 and 10
Windows can't combine PDFs on its own. Here are three ways to merge PDF files on Windows 11 and 10 — including one that never uploads your documents.
How to reduce PDF file size on Windows — without uploading it
Why PDFs get so large and three ways to make them smaller on Windows — including a free option in Word and a way to shrink scanned PDFs by up to 94%.
How to convert multiple Word files to PDF at once
Word saves one PDF at a time. Here's how to batch-convert a whole folder of DOCX, DOC and RTF files to PDF on Windows in one go — offline.
How to password-protect a PDF on Windows 11 and 10
Add a password to a PDF on Windows 11 or 10 — a free way using Word, and how to lock existing PDFs and control printing, copying and editing.
How to combine JPG images into one PDF on Windows
Turn several photos or scans into a single PDF on Windows 11 or 10 — free with Microsoft Print to PDF, or with page size, margins and HEIC support.
How to record your screen on Windows 11 with audio
Three ways to record your screen with sound on Windows 11 and 10 — Snipping Tool, Xbox Game Bar and a recorder that captures mic and system audio together.
How to record a video tutorial on Windows (screen, voice and webcam)
Plan, record and share a screen tutorial or online lesson on a Windows laptop or PC — with your voice, a webcam overlay and on-screen drawing.