To use Cortana on Windows 10, you have two options:
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Using the search field: You can simply write something in the search field or click on the microphone icon and make a specific voice request. Cortana will process your request in seconds and provide the desired results.
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Using the Cortana icon on the taskbar: Open the Cortana icon on the taskbar in Windows 10. Click on the Settings icon and choose "Talk to Cortana". Activate the feature in the "Hey Cortana" section.
Locating Cortana on Windows 10
To find Cortana on Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Select the language you want to interact with Microsoft’s voice assistant.
- To start Cortana, either go to the search box at the bottom of the Windows task manager or, depending on your settings, click on the Microsoft button.
What can you do with Cortana?
Here are some of the things you can do with Cortana:
- Manage your calendar and update your schedule.
- Find out who your next meeting is scheduled with in Microsoft Teams.
- Manage and create lists.
- Set alarms and reminders.
- Find data, definitions, and information.
You can also ask Cortana the following question: "What can we ask?"
Using Cortana to open apps
To access Cortana in Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile, follow these steps:
- Launch Cortana.
- Click on the "Help" button.
- All apps that can be launched with Cortana and their related commands will be displayed at the bottom.
Troubleshooting Cortana issues
If Cortana suddenly stops working, you can try restarting the related process from Task Manager. To do this:
- Press the Ctrl+Shift+Esc key combination.
- Choose the "More details" button.
- Access the Processes tab at the top.
- Restart the Cortana process.
Accessing Cortana on Windows 11
To access Cortana on Windows 11, follow these steps:
- Press the Ctrl+Shift+Del key combination and choose Task Manager. Alternatively, you can simultaneously press CTRL + Shift + ESC.
- Select the Startup tab.
- Right-click to access the list of Cortana options.
- Select "Enable" from the list.
Starting Cortana on Windows 11
Setting up Cortana on Windows 11 is simple and quick. Follow these steps:
- Search for Cortana in the Start search bar and click on the icon.
- Once the application is open, sign in to your Microsoft account and accept the terms and conditions.
- Cortana will now be active everywhere.