The following table contains Windows frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start working with Windows right away.
To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and select the best match. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize settings.
| Functions | Descriptions | Search by keywords |
|---|---|---|
| Control Panel | View or change Windows settings, including hardware and software setup and configuration. | Control Panel |
| Connect to Wi-Fi networks | For models with a wireless LAN module, you can connect your
computer to a Wi-Fi® network. Click the network icon in
the Windows notification area, and then select a network for connection. Note: The wireless LAN module on your computer may support different standards.
For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disabled according
to local regulations.
|
Wi-Fi |
| Connect to wired networks | For models with an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to a wired network. | — |
| Airplane mode | Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an airplane. | Airplane mode |
| Night light mode | Night light is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off. When it is turned on, your screen shows warmer colors and the amount of emitted blue light is reduced. Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing eye fatigue or eye strain. | Night light |
| Adjust color temperature | If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color
temperature of the screen. Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low
blue light certified. These computers are tested with night light
turned on and color temperature set to the default value of 48. For
more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye strain, go to https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/visual-fatigue
|
Night light |
| Windows Updates | Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates
to the Windows operating system. Updates that are applicable to your
Windows version are downloaded automatically when your computer is
connected to the Internet. When updates are downloaded, you are prompted
to restart the computer to install these updates. You can also manually
check if there are available updates for the installed version of
Windows. Attention: Only use Windows Update to download
and install updates. Updates downloaded from other sources may include
security risks.
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Windows Updates |
| Functions | Descriptions | Search by keywords |
|---|---|---|
| Enroll your fingerprint | For models with a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprint for Windows sign-in. | Sign-in options |
| Touch keyboard | In stand, tent, or tablet mode, the physical keyboard of your
computer is disabled to prevent inadvertent typing. In these three
modes, Windows touch keyboard is automatically displayed when text
input is required. If not, select the touch keyboard icon ( ) in the Windows notification area. |
Touch keyboard |