10 FREE Windows 11 Apps to Fix All the Major Problems with Windows

[@Productive_Tech]

Pressing the like button will cause the Linux gods to help speed up your windows PC…. Though you might also want to consider checking out this video next to take your command prompt game to the next level: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epa4qImsocyod8U

[@harrymason1053]

:)

[@youravghuman5231]

brother intel unison only support INTEL only cpu and it needs 12gen or higher bruh. You didnt mention this.

[@Productive_Tech]

@@youravghuman5231 Apologies was a bit of an oversight on my side regarding that. In regards to other alternatives., I'd probably have to recommend the KDE connect application which seems to be much more cross platform and is open source

[@revatiharale92]

​@@Productive_Tech1:45 even it is only for win 11

[@Productive_Tech]

@@revatiharale92 Yes, sorry I should have been clearer in the video but this works only for windows 11

[@duplicake4054]

Localsend is a way better alternative to intel unison

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting, it does seem to have some compelling benefits for quick sharing, I might need to look into this for future reference, thanks!

[@aaryan45]

​@@Productive_Techalso KDE Connect is good alternative to Intel unison

[@Productive_Tech]

Had never heard of it, thanks for sharing! :)

[@Danish0047]

Landrop much faster than local send

[@Productive_Tech]

@@Danish0047 Thanks for the suggestion, the minimal and clean interface is definitely appealing

[@micaelviana]

5:03 "Microsoft Edge is made by Microsoft", proceeds to use Windows

[@Productive_Tech]

XD you might of caught me out there

[@baldwinivofjerusalem47]

Edge is so clean and light-weight, I rather use the native browser and it's also chromium.

[@Productive_Tech]

After some tweaking and tailoring it to your needs Edge is certainly a very capable and clean browser I will agree

[@yofukashino_]

"so today we are installing arch linux"

[@SarimAshrafi]

Arc is such an overrated browser.

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting, a lot of people have also commented the zen browser as a better alternative

[@G0A7]

​@@Productive_TechZen cant be used as a default browser in Windows 11, if you want to open http/https links it wont work, so either you use it in Windows 10 or you need a second browser for that

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting, wasn't aware of that, thanks for the added info!

[@bhaskar_yours]

Came here to tell you about Zen Browser, looks like i don't need to anymore. 😅

[@roman-berezkin]

​@@Productive_Tech Can agree, zen is a lot better alternative.

[@viguzagade5321]

Now, this is called quality video. He did his research & avoided repeating the most common ones. Nice Video 👍. Also you earned one subscriber 😁

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much for your kind words and thank you for subscribing! I really do appreciate it! Took a while to research and compile but glad to see people enjoying and finding it useful. Keep a look out as many more windows videos are on the way soon! 😊

[@piker1055]

Damn the quality of this video is INSANE dude this is good work bruv!!

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks so much!! Glad it was useful :) I’ve got many more videos in the same style on the way soon so keep an eye out for those!! :D

[@Froodiest]

Underrated channel right here

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much! Really appreciate the comment! :D

[@darshanparmar32]

I'm already using Everything, Flow launcher, Arc browser, Sumatra pdf & Sejda PDF. subscribed

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thank you so much for subscribing! Glad the video was useful and thanks for watching! More videos on the way soon :)

[@NestorVass]

You got flow but not power toys, power toys is just better

[@Productive_Tech]

Yep fair point, though I mainly added it as a bonus app to the everything search tool as they integrate well together. I'm working on a dedicated power toys video for sometime in the future so stay tuned. Thanks for the comment!

[@firestormjupiter]

Powertoys run integrates with everything search with a plugin too, but by my experience it's a lot less intuitive and harder to customise than flow launcher

[@Productive_Tech]

@@firestormjupiter Great, thanks for the added info! 👍

[@PopCapMusicTrending]

the bad side about power toys is the amount of storage it occupies. It's now heading to its 1GB celebration, plus most of us only enabled few features. It would be cool if they would allow us to only download certain modules.

[@Productive_Tech]

I’ve still got a lot of storage space free on my laptop so haven’t really been paying attention to how much space various items are taking. But Yh 1GB does sound on the higher end for the tweaks that it provides. I agree, being able to disable various modules would definitely be a big win. Thanks for the comment!

[@orlando_kawaii]

This is one hell of a video! i was just searching for everything and there you are solving everything(pun) with windows haha

[@Productive_Tech]

Haha lol XD. Thanks so much, glad it was useful!

[@userbm57]

The kind of video I like :) Nicely done with style. Thanks!

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much! Glad it was useful! Don’t worry, I have many more windows (apps) videos coming soon that are in the same format as this, stay tuned! :)

[@aliyanadil2345]

Great video. Flow launcher is a great suggestion. I also considered the screenshot tool you recommend but I think the default snipping tool works fine for me. Would be great if you made a second part.

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks so much, glad you found it useful! I've got a few similar videos on various windows apps on the way so stay tuned (maybe one on screenshot tools.....). There was a "part 1" (if you want to call it that) to this video below if you're interested. Thanks for the comment :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJnNpWqjjKyHg9k

[@UXBreakdown]

This is the first time I'm watching your video. Followed you right away.

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much! I really appreciate the support and glad you found the video informative! 🙂

[@baldwinivofjerusalem47]

Agreed! Awesome content.❤

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much, I really appreciate the support! Thanks for the comment 😊

[@vunguyenanh5763]

I dont need a pdf editor, just reader. Sumatra is freaking awesome. The snappiest reader u guys can ever find

[@Productive_Tech]

Great to hear, Sumatra is indeed very fast! Thanks for the comment! :D

[@diszydreams]

I have tested Sumatra with comics in PDF format (Love HumbleBundle for that btw!) and it works really, really well for that.

[@ezioauditore9193]

I love this video. I'm a new subscriber right now !

[@Productive_Tech]

Thank you so much! Glad it was useful, there are more videos on the way soon! :)

[@Void_Dragon]

Ive tried Arc, but I prefer Zen.

[@Productive_Tech]

So many people have suggested this browser and seems to be on a lot of people's radar at the moment. I really need to check it out. Thanks for the comment.

[@TheAmazingBobl]

Zen is the fastest browser I've ever used. It removes all the unnecessary bloatware from base Firefox like pocket and adds the best from Arc like split tabs.

[@feramval]

Zen just works better on Windows than arc.

[@早川_第7回平和]

Same

[@Productive_Tech]

@@TheAmazingBobl Interesting, thanks for the detailed reply and breakdown! 👍

[@Mehedi0fficial]

This channel would make Bog proud.

[@bx1zn]

Thank you for this video, really well-made and straight to the point. Love it man keep it up!

[@Productive_Tech]

You’re most welcome! Glad it was useful and thanks for your kind words, comments like these keep me motivated! Don’t worry I have many more windows videos coming up so stay tuned! :)

[@myHaileyWhitters]

Fx Sound is PERFECTION

[@Productive_Tech]

Great to hear, hope the video was helpful!

[@ShivamGupta-fl8wk]

​@Productive_Techbut I can't change output audio to TWS

[@PritomPurkayastaSunny]

if you use edge as your pdf reader, it is much better than anything else in the market right now

[@Productive_Tech]

Yes I would agree that MS Edge does have one of the best PDF readers when it comes to browser based options. Thanks for the comment!

[@techsrikanth]

Seriously everything search + flow launcher is game changer to me Thanks man 🙂

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries! Happy to hear the video was useful :)

[@gfunk696]

Great video ! ❤

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much! Glad the video was useful 🙂

[@karanjain6616]

Just Subscribed!! Good one

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the comment and thank you for subscribing, I really appreciate it! :)

[@RaveTsukii]

The Everything + Flow Launcher is the best thing that could happen for me xD. Thank you!

[@Productive_Tech]

Haha lol XD. Thanks so much for the comment! Glad I was able to help out! I have more windows/apps videos coming soon so stay tuned for those! :)

[@ameykulkarni1885]

You don't have to use Flow Launcher if you are already using PowerToys, it works with PowerToys run as well.

[@Productive_Tech]

Should have a power toys video out at some point in the future so keep and eye out for that!

[@RaveTsukii]

I alredy know of power toys but thanks for letting me know

[@anindya_das]

Powertoys also has a everything plugin ​btw@@RaveTsukii

[@ivanivanovic5586]

Fully agree on sumatra pdf, it's excellent. Adobe reader was getting slower and heavier with each update. Added bonus for sumatra, it can also open e-book formats(e-pub, mobi etc) with no issues. For music player, Aimp is great alternative too, plus has extra tools(edit tags, convert formats to name a few). Browser, might be called crazy, Opera always did right by me(the regular kind, haven't used gx tho). Full video on arc, you say?

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks a lot for your comment and the added info on various applications. I don't think its crazy to use opera XD, you should just use what works best for you but still be open-minded about trying other alternatives I'd say. In regards to arc definitely planning to do a video on it but it might be quite a few videos out as I want to try it thoroughly and then give a breakdown of it as well as a verdict, so stay tuned. I'll have similar-style videos to this one coming out in the meantime :)

[@ivanivanovic5586]

@@Productive_Tech No problem, test it as thoroughly as you can. The aimp player is much like old winamp, with added functionality and regular updates(even use it on android since retiring my xperia zr, which came with walkman player they later butchered). What drew me to opera was the speed dial(extensions mimicking it are available) later it got the built-in vpn(and now aria ai, haven't tried it yet).

[@Productive_Tech]

@@ivanivanovic5586 Great, some solid info once again, speed dial looks interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@ivanmalinovski7807]

Great video! I just have a suggestion: Consider including the Winget command for the application, either in the video or in the description. It's easier to just do "winget install Flow-Launcher.Flow-Launcher" that looking it up, downloading it, running the installer etc

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the comment and I appreciate the suggestion. I kept it with links to keep it easily accessible to everyone as not everyone knows the commands. Not to mention this way people can have a look at the site and gain further information about an app before downloading 👍

[@sagniksarkar5142]

Everything + flow launcher is a blessing. Thank you so much.

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries, glad it was useful! Thanks for your comment! 😊

[@sagniksarkar5142]

I checked out this video and immediately subscribed. I wish that your channel blows up on KZbin. 🎉

[@Productive_Tech]

@ Ah thank you so much for subscribing, I really appreciate it! ❤️

[@TazzSmk]

AIMP remains my fav audio player, interface is clean, shows waveform, and is one of few with proper ASIO support :)

[@Productive_Tech]

Seems pretty cool, especially with the waveforms from a quick google search. I’m not super technical regarding my audio but I might check this one out later, thanks! :D

[@techsrikanth]

I think you need to consider making a separate video for flow launcher plugins. Seriously, I was astonished when I started using this tool and its plugins

[@Productive_Tech]

Hmmm, interesting, thanks for the comment once again! :). I hadn't considered this to be honest but it's a good suggestion! I might look into this, maybe even as part of a windows search replacement guide. Either way, stay tuned, more videos on the way :D

[@OT_7776]

incredible vid. need that Winearo Tweaker video

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks man, great to see your comment again. Yep, no worries I’ll work on this. It might be a few videos out but stay tuned 😁👍

[@diszydreams]

x2

[@kosalaj.kulathilaka1457]

Awesome video🙂

[@Productive_Tech]

I appreciate that thank you! Keep an eye out for more windows apps videos as I plan to have a couple released some time in the near future :D

[@YasinHasan]

good video, good job

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks!

[@StannyBoiii]

Good work, very insightful watched a fair few windows apps vids pretty much always suggesting the same ones. I was pleasantly surprised there was a few I'd find usefu thatl I've not heard of before. I've subbed.

[@Productive_Tech]

Ahh, great to hear you found it useful and thank you for subscribing, I really appreciate it! I’ll have more windows content and similar style videos coming soon, so be sure to keep an eye out for those :)

[@LoneWolfie2609]

Can't believe how less subscribers you have for a video of this quality

[@Productive_Tech]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate your comment and the kind words, it means a lot! :D

[@LoneWolfie2609]

@Productive_Tech Wishing the best to you in your journey, kind sir

[@Productive_Tech]

Thank you :) Feel free to drop by here and there cause I have more videos on the way soon! Thanks for the comments 👍

[@asus7941]

Honorable mention for pdf should be "PDF Gear," which is far better than any other pdf reader or editor. For now it is free. There are a lot better options available.

[@TheEliteMan723]

Idk why but Microsoft Edge pdf viewer is just too good for a browser pdf viewer

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting thanks for sharing that one. The interface really does look quite nice on that one, I wouldn’t be surprised if it becomes paid at some point.

[@Productive_Tech]

Yep, as far as built in pdf viewers for browsers go, it’s one of the better ones that I’ve tried so far

[@AbdullahMRiad]

​@@TheEliteMan723 I find it just sufficient. I tried everything and didn't find a viewer that is as simple and great as Edge's

[@TheEliteMan723]

@@AbdullahMRiad yeah man

[@BananaBaconyt]

Remember me when you're famous king

[@Productive_Tech]

Haha lol XD Thanks so much, don’t worry I will do my friend :)

[@TheEliteMan723]

Incredible video really helped me

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries! Glad it was helpful, thanks for the comment! :)

[@wennmixer]

thanks mannn! i learned alot from you!

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah amazing, thanks so much for the comment! Glad I was able to help out! Also, keep a look out, I have many more (windows/apps) videos coming soon! :D

[@wennmixer]

@@Productive_Tech I actually watched almost all of your videos already, can't wait for more! Keeeep it up!

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much! Really to happy to hear my videos are helping people out there! I appreciate the comment, means a lot and keeps me motivated. Many more videos to come! 😊

[@DEPsITSolutions]

these are great apps, been using some of these, good stuff

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the comment once again! Glad it was useful :)

[@VeeFerns]

floorp > arc

[@Productive_Tech]

Hmmm never heard of that one before, thanks for the suggestion

[@Lunar_h1]

Yeah floorp is great alternative too and it's basically firefox in nutshell

[@Productive_Tech]

@@Lunar_h1 Great thanks :D

[@samisalaaoui3958]

Good video, keep them coming, is there an alternative to Intel Unison for windows 10 devices ?

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks so much, will do :) A lot of people have commented on alternatives to the intel unison app and I think it depends what you’re after specifically. The KDE Connect app is a good alternative as well as local send which is more on the sending of files side of things but still works well. Hope this helps!

[@samisalaaoui3958]

​@@Productive_Tech Just installed Snapdrop seems pretty good to me, unless there are safety issues i don't know about.

[@Productive_Tech]

Just done a quick google search and I can see it’s open source so you’re pretty safe using it I’d imagine :)

[@soumickdas9674]

Arc is quite nice compared to other browsers like chrome and edge, but once you know Arc in MacOS, Arc in Windows feels like absolute garbage. Zen on the other hand, despite being in alpha, shows a lot of potential, rivalling MacOS Arc, and since it is firefox based, a lot less privacy issues

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate the thorough comment and insights. As someone who hasn’t used macOS or arc on there for that matter, this info is valuable as others might be in a similar boat to myself. A lot of people have also commented zen and I might need to look into this, but Yh, it’s interesting to hear your take.

[@expploe]

@@soumickdas9674 i use librewolf and ubgoogled cromium

[@TheManWithDAWs]

which laptop are you using?

[@Productive_Tech]

My laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and made a video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@Lowkey_Verse]

KDE connect , it's made for KDE but works great in Windows too . Features are 1. Notification sharing from pc to mobile and mobike to pc 2. Media controls 3. Being able to reply to messeges from pc 4. Mouse cursor control from mobile and vice versa My favourite thing about it is , I often watch KZbin videos on my laptop with earphones on and couldn't hear when somebody calls it the phone is not in direct eye sight KDE connect stops the media i am watching , and shows notifications of who's calling and resume the media after the call is done .

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the detailed comment! A lot of people have mentioned KDE connect and with it being open source it certainly is very compelling. It’s very interesting you mention the fact that it stops your media playback a when a suitable notification arrives as features like that really take an application to the next level as it shows connectivity on a deeper level. I’ll have to test and check it out - Keep a look out for future videos like this one! :)

[@davinp]

The Your Phone Link app in Windows can also provide notifications from your phone if it is a Samsung Galaxy phone as Microsoft has patterned with Samsung. This means Samsung users don't need the Intel Unsion app

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting, thanks for the added info and comment once again :)

[@Saw_Bean]

in other device also they send the notifications. i think samusung have more features though like clipbord link and dont know why but my app doesnt have screen mirroring

[@Rivyou777]

Fx sound is goated

[@DhruvDua88]

Love your channel

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks man, really appreciate it!

[@samratgupta3710]

Best minimal screen and interface and also fastest pdf viewer app? Currently using Xodo but it is not fast, takes a little time to open I want like clean and simple not so many options for customisation just want to view pdf quick

[@not_so_ryu]

Intel Unison was really much needed ...thanks for the recommendation!!

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah no worries! Glad it was helpful, great to see your comment once again! 🙂

[@not_so_ryu]

@@Productive_Tech 1k soon 😌

[@Productive_Tech]

@not_so_ryu 😁 Fingers crossed! I wasn’t expecting it so soon tbh, I’ve really appreciated your support along the way. I’ll see what I can do about that laptop buyers guide video you requested though I only have 1 laptop :/ let me know your thoughts!

[@not_so_ryu]

@@Productive_Tech It's fine!!! I have already bought An Asus S series Laptop... And Keep making Great videos!! ᕙ⁠(⁠＠⁠°⁠▽⁠°⁠＠⁠)⁠ᕗ

[@not_so_ryu]

​@@Productive_TechIt's fine!!! I have already bought an Asus S series Laptop!! And keep making Great videos!! ᕙ⁠(⁠＠⁠°⁠▽⁠°⁠＠⁠)⁠ᕗ

[@srsstr84]

The reason why I don't use Nilesoft Shell is because in the right-click menu on the desktop, at "New...", there isn't a Shortcut option.

[@Productive_Tech]

@@srsstr84 Didn’t realise that so appreciate the insight! :)

[@srsstr84]

@@Productive_Tech, you're welcome.

[@SKlESYT]

smart screen stopped me from installing flow launcher

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the comment, hmmm not sure, I didn't have any issues personally and it is open source as well, so it might just be a precautionary measure?

[@SKlESYT]

@Productive_Tech yeah it just said unknown app lol but it was fine

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries, windows can be a bit funny with certain open source apps I find, glad it worked :D

[@viraj24_]

Which laptop are you using

[@Productive_Tech]

My laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and I've made a detailed review video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@andrewr_]

Great video! How did you make the top of the window translucent at 2:48?

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks so much! I just checked it out myself and think that this is a bug/glitch believe it or not. If I launch Winearo tweaker with the version I have right now it's always translucent for some reason. I don't think it's caused by a tweak as it's the only app that does this. :/

[@andrewr_]

@@Productive_Tech Oh I see. Thanks for the quick response! :)

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries, you’re welcome! :D

[@alex08ander08]

Hey. I really like the look of your laptop. Could you tell me what model it is?

[@Productive_Tech]

Hey there - thanks! My laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and I've made a detailed review video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@alex08ander08]

@@Productive_Tech Thank you so much for the reply. I am watching it right away!

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries at all! You’re most welcome! :)

[@kemarchristie6050]

Can use music bee as well for an alternative music player

[@Productive_Tech]

Absolutely, it's also another decent option. Thanks for the comment and the suggestion!

[@vrefjyn]

Well done!

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks so much! :)

[@Saw_Bean]

i havent seen the features of intel unison but you forgot phone link is a thing in windows

[@Productive_Tech]

I probably should of done a quick mention but one of the large drawbacks of phone link is that it is android only. This opens the door up for those who use iOS devices as well

[@sagniksarkar5142]

Is there an app that allows us to check which app/folder is taking up so much space on the local drives? (like a visual representation)?

[@Productive_Tech]

Tree size free comes to mind which is a good all rounder, the wiz tree application is also great and is more focused around speedy results and finally I'd recommend checking out file light app which is quite a lot lighter than the previous 2 and offers a slightly different but simpler interface. Hope that helps!

[@starringraz]

spacesniffer, outdated ui but works really well.

[@Productive_Tech]

@@starringraz Yep agree there, works well but really in need of an upgrade to the UI

[@sagniksarkar5142]

Thank you.

[@diszydreams]

I used Tree Size Free, but then, about 2 months ago changed to Wiztree, which is also free and amazingly good.

[@khorclcl]

very good thank you

[@Productive_Tech]

Thank you so much! Glad it was useful :)

[@sagniksarkar5142]

In terms of pdf reader and annotator why not try xodo?

[@Productive_Tech]

I’m currently working on various windows apps videos, this is definitely something I’m checking out. Maybe a PDF apps guide coming at some point.. 👀. Be sure to keep a look out!

[@walterderosa1009]

Thanks a lot. I have a question. Do you know if with dopamine I can synchronize songs with an iPod as iTunes do?

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries, unfortunately I don’t think dopamine allows you to do that, it seems to be just a simple jukebox/audio player application for locally stored files. Although there are applications out there, I haven’t found a good alternative to iTunes for that purpose that don’t have issues (I too have some old iPods). Will let you know if I find one though. :)

[@walterderosa1009]

@@Productive_TechThanks

[@priyabratdas10]

What laptop is that ?

[@Productive_Tech]

My laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and made a video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@user-ry9pj6ip8h]

What are your thoughts on Foxit PDF viewer compared to Sumatra PDF? Which is better?

[@Productive_Tech]

Sumatra is free and open source and is generally suitable for my needs being super simple, though it is more of a reader as opposed to an editor. I believe with Foxit you have more editing features and probably a more modern-looking UI too but it does have a premium option so there are likely cons associated with that. To be fair I've only looked on the surface regarding Foxit so my recommendation would be to try Sumatra first and if you feel that you need more features (especially on the editing side of things) then give Foxit a go. Hope that helps.

[@user-ry9pj6ip8h]

@@Productive_Tech Thanks for your thoughts! Will try Sumatra first. Also Really Great Video! Hoping for more content. Good luck!

[@Productive_Tech]

@@user-ry9pj6ip8h No worries at all, thank you so much! More videos on the way :)

[@B_r_u_c_e]

Decent recommendations. Prefer open source. Thank you.

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries, thanks for the comment, appreciate it! 🙂

[@ahmedabdulgawad4758]

great content

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks! I appreciate the comment! :D

[@suvroj645]

loved your recommendation. but I can't make the taskbar on windows 11 on top using winaero tweaker. any suggestions? also zen browser has no inbuilt ads block mode

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the comment. In regards to moving the taskbar to the top I'd recommend the "Start11" tweaker application or the explorer patcher tool depending on your preference. Personally, I haven't used them before, so dont know how reliable or safe they are but people have mentioned these applications online as potential solutions that work pretty well. Regarding zen, though it might not come with a blocker I think this could be achieved through some extensions if you really wanted.

[@diszydreams]

Best way to block ads is to run pi-hole on your network - that way it doesn't matter if you surf on your phone, lap/desktop or TV - ads are blocked before they reach your browser of choice.

[@tarunyadav5658]

Any alternative to Photos app, something that could tweak minimal setting in photos like brightness and crop feature

[@Productive_Tech]

I'm working on quite a few windows (apps) videos at the moment and so have come across the "Imageglass" application as an alternative to the photos app. Not sure if this does what you're looking for but it is a more modern take on the "Photos" app with lots of customisation and controls. Hope that helps!

[@Backup_le_le]

Everything (void tools) is best ❤

[@Productive_Tech]

Great thanks! :D

[@alphatech__]

Bonus, Syncthing and Chrome remote

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting hadn't come across these before, I'll have to look into them. Thanks 👍

[@diszydreams]

Syncthing is awesome , I use it for backuping my config files from 4 linux machines + 2 Windows machines. Especially when you add Tailscale to flatten your network - it becomes ultra powerful.

[@NSCX170]

Fors Firefox​ users who want a Arc interface without switching to Arc, then Use Arcfox or something like that, idk

[@Productive_Tech]

Zen has also been suggested quite a bit with the added bonus of it being open source. Though it is still in development

[@hifijohn]

everything is very good I use it all the time.

[@Productive_Tech]

Great to hear, I think there’s also a tool called “EverythingToolbar” which integrates everything search into the taskbar if you’re interested in that functionality :)

[@asad4310]

What kind of laptop is that?

[@Productive_Tech]

My laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and made a video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@asad4310]

Thank you, gang for a snappy reply. You have earned the subscribe. Loved your content 🫶🏼​@Productive_Tech

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries! Thank you so much for subscribing, I appreciate the support and the kind words! I do try to respond to everyone, though YT’s comment management is a mess at times! 😅

[@blion3d]

Amazing video

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much for the comment, glad it was useful! :)

[@iamnobody940]

What about the Zen browser? Is it good?

[@Productive_Tech]

To be honest I haven't tried it myself but I am looking into it. Aim to have a video on it some point in the future. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@AyushBakshi]

Heavily tested arc for 3 months. Didn't felt right. Switched back to brave.

[@Productive_Tech]

I’m testing Arc and Zen currently and I have to admit I’m coming to a similar conclusion to you. I want aware of zen at the time but I would have swapped arc for zen otherwise despite it being in development.

[@leftclot]

EarTrumpet is a good pick

[@Productive_Tech]

@@leftclot I covered it in this slightly older video linked below in addition to a few other applications. Feel free to check it out below. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5LRlHmvnd5jfs0

[@Alikk784]

is there one to fix UI inconsistencies? cuz that's what's been bugging me lately

[@Productive_Tech]

I had come across a few previously but I think all of them are generally more on the unstable side according to people online. Yh I agree windows could be dissected at this point as an example of "how to make inconsistent UI's" but hopefully it improves in the future.

[@Productive_Tech]

Actually, I do remember a tool called Rectify 11 which aims to improve the Windows 11 UI inconsistencies but it appears their website is undergoing some updates rn. The last time I checked it a few months back the website was actually looking pretty good with some big promises. Though it does make some big changes so people should install it at their own risk. I'm sure you can find more information about it online.

[@Alikk784]

@@Productive_Tech future? i have lost hope man its been 3 years already, if they wanted to they would've

[@Productive_Tech]

@@Alikk784 Yh I was definately being more optimistic there.... Microsoft really need to get their act together regarding actually providing a good consistent user experience. I mean as many other views have suggested - Linux? Or should I even consider MacOS at this point? Needless to say both are increasing in market share slowly so you'd think that Microsoft can get it together before it's too late

[@ertugruluyar.social]

There is Stirling PDF and PDF24!

[@Productive_Tech]

PDF Guide for Windows 11 in the works as we speak, thanks for the suggestions and the comment! :D

[@j.o.4.h]

Bro what laptop is that?

[@Productive_Tech]

My laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and I've made a detailed review video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@romanmaschak5052]

Some pictures viewer like Honeyview is missed to view the pictures for photos replacement.

[@Productive_Tech]

My bad and valid point, there are probably some good photo replacement applications out there but just didn’t manage to fit them all in as I wanted to keep the list at 10 items. Thanks for the suggestion, might feature it in another video 👍

[@Noctumbrae]

Google Chrome doesnt use a lot of ram anymore

[@Productive_Tech]

I’ll look into it, I haven’t checked the usage recently but assumed it was still quite hungry. Thanks for the comment and added info :D

[@AnishReddy-gb8xb]

I would still prefer Firefox, IMO its much better than the chromium browsers out there.

[@Productive_Tech]

Appreciate that. A lot of people have recommended the zen browser which is based on Firefox so that could be good alternative if you wanted similar functionality to arc let's say

[@princelahoti]

Any good video players? Most media players look too outdated on windows .Any suggestions?

[@Productive_Tech]

I've actually been looking into this for one of my future videos. Currently I use VLC but am testing and might switch to "Screen box" it's based on VLC from what I've read, but has a far more modern UI. To be honest the default photos app in windows or the film and tv app are not too bad overall as media players but yh it depends what you're after. Hope that helps

[@princelahoti]

@@Productive_Tech the Microsoft photos/media player is too basic. I looked into Screenbox and it's looking promising and I might switch. Thanks!!

[@sayansameer]

Give Potplayer a try

[@Productive_Tech]

Cheers, appreciate the suggestion!

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries! For photos specifically, you might want to consider “ImageGlass” as a photo viewer improvement / replacement. Stay tuned, I have more windows (11) content on the way soon! ;)

[@dastankappassov]

What is that laprop?

[@Productive_Tech]

Hey there, my laptop is the XPS 15 9510. I’ve been using it for around 3 years and made a video on it here if you’re interested :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7KaKGdYsibp6Msi=3Ut1jy4qQGbb2iNo

[@aleksandr4206]

why do you so equip closed source vindows to get “freedom” and some kind of “Fix All the Major Problems”. When there is open source linux ?

[@Productive_Tech]

I was mainly sharing/referring to "free" software for windoourcedws 11 that would actually have visible benefits to an everyday end-user without worrying too much whether the software was open or closed-s. Not necessarily to get this "freedom" but just to improve the overall experience with some quality-of-life features. I agree if you really want open source then Linux is a solid option, however, for many people, it simply isn't feasible due to the workflow built up over decades or certain applications that people might rely on daily.

[@monsi852]

Forgot Revo Uninstaller, must have for windows

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks for the comment! I appreciate the suggestion and will keep it in mind. I'm currently working on many more windows apps videos that are in a similar format to this one so keep a look out for those. :D

[@expploe]

You forgot linux

[@Productive_Tech]

Haha lol XD

[@nakedcellist]

Yes WSL

[@zeldar5120]

i dont know why kde connect is never shown on those types of video

[@Productive_Tech]

@@zeldar5120 Fair point, in hindsight I should of added it in as an honourable mention I think. I’m working on various windows apps videos in the meantime so keep an eye out for those 👍

[@Epic_coding200]

10 useful apps for GNOME

[@Productive_Tech]

I will dive into Linux at some point in the future but will be a while as I need windows for various things. When I do, I’ll be sure to make various videos on that :)

[@Epic_coding200]

@@Productive_Tech if you do Imma sub to you ok?

[@Productive_Tech]

Haha lol, it will be a while before I get to it though cause I’ve been using windows and windows only since like forever. Plus I rely on a lot of applications for daily work. I’ll have to get another machine or something for testing purposes but Yh in the meantime hopefully the videos I make might be of interest to you :)

[@Epic_coding200]

@@Productive_Tech ok :)

[@KFish-bw1om]

Does one of them wipe your hard drive and reboot you into a Linux installer? Cause that's really the only app that Windows needs to be great.

[@Productive_Tech]

Unfortunately, I was unable to find that app :/ Many people suggest mint as a good starting point into Linux?

[@KFish-bw1om]

@@Productive_Tech That's too bad, that would have made Windows actually usable. 🤣

[@xellpur]

you should try okular instead of sumatra

[@xellpur]

very nice video btw liked and subbed! :DD

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah amazing, thank you so much for subscribing and the support, I really appreciate it! Never heard of okular before, I’ll check it out! 🙂

[@MrKentoNion]

5:54 wait, you saying that acrobat pro isn't free?!

[@Productive_Tech]

There is a free version but it’s heavily crippled compare to other free applications out there. Obviously the paid version is one of the best pdf apps out there but Yh there are decent enough free alternatives out there

[@MrKentoNion]

@Productive_Tech yeah, but mine addobe acrobat which I've downloaded from legal source "piratebay" is completely free and full

[@nitroman2266]

Lol thx my guy, I didn't even know intel made this.

[@Productive_Tech]

No worries, glad it was useful, thanks for the comment! :)

[@Aditya_raj_a7]

intel unison alternative quick share for samsung laptop

[@Productive_Tech]

I haven’t used it myself but I’ve heard that Samsung Flow could be an alternative

[@Aditya_raj_a7]

@Productive_Tech samsung flow is used for mirroring the mobile phone and sharing files

[@FARDEENKHANQWE123]

i have mp3's in folders. wmp works just fine, no problem whatsoever.

[@Productive_Tech]

Yep there's nothing "wrong" with using the built in players, they get the job done just fine. Just thought I'd show an alternative for those maybe looking for something with a different UI / now playing screen

[@ayayronbalakey7789]

Life changer

[@Productive_Tech]

Ah thanks so much! Appreciate the comment, stay tuned as I have more windows videos on the way :)

[@IqbalHossain-uw4vp]

You missed the power toys app

[@Productive_Tech]

I’ll be making a dedicated video on the powertoys app in the future soon :)

[@Mteusbarbosa]

bro casualy saving my sanity 3:35

[@Productive_Tech]

Haha, XD. You're most welcome! :)

[@rubindublone5932]

Arc uses way more battery than chrome or Firefox for you notebook users

[@Productive_Tech]

Thanks, appreciate the added info!

[@sergeantsugartm]

Isnt it somehow embarissing that Intel has to do the work with Unison of Windows and Apple?

[@Productive_Tech]

Interesting take