Fix Maximize Window Not Working, Opening New Tabs or Files Instead in Windows

Are you clicking the Maximize button on an app window, but instead of maximizing the current window, Windows opens a new tab, opens a file, or performs another unexpected action? This strange problem can happen with File Explorer, Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Word, Excel, and other applications.

The problem may be caused by a temporary Windows Explorer glitch, incorrect File Explorer settings, a stuck keyboard key, mouse problems, accessibility settings, outdated drivers, or corrupted Windows system files.

You don't need to immediately reset or reinstall Windows. In this guide, we will go through 12 methods that can help fix the Maximize window problem in Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Method 1: Restart Windows Explorer

Windows Explorer controls the taskbar, desktop, Start menu, and File Explorer. If Explorer temporarily stops working correctly, window controls can also behave strangely.

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager, find Windows Explorer, right-click it, and select Restart.

2. Wait a few seconds for the taskbar and desktop to reload, then open an app and click the Maximize button again.

Method 2: Restart Your Computer

A temporary Windows glitch can cause the Maximize button, taskbar, or applications to behave incorrectly. Restarting Windows reloads all system components.

1. Click Start → Power → Restart and wait for Windows to restart completely.

2. Open the affected application again and test the Maximize button. If it works after restarting, the problem was likely a temporary Windows or Explorer glitch.

Method 3: Check File Explorer Options

Incorrect File Explorer settings can cause folders and files to open differently from the normal Windows behavior. Check these settings carefully.

1. Open File Explorer or This PC, click the three-dot menu (⋯), select Options, and stay on the General tab. Under Browse folders, select Open each folder in the same window.

2. Under Click items as follows, select Double-click to open an item (single-click to select), then click Apply → OK and test File Explorer again.

Method 4: Turn Off Sticky Keys and Filter Keys

Windows accessibility features such as Sticky Keys and Filter Keys can change keyboard behavior. If they were accidentally enabled, it is worth checking them.

1. Press Win + I → Accessibility → Keyboard and make sure Sticky keys, Filter keys, and Toggle keys are turned Off.

2. Press Esc, Ctrl, Alt, Shift, and the Windows key once each, then test the affected application again.

Method 5: Check for a Stuck Keyboard Key & Mouse Button

A physically stuck Ctrl, Alt, Shift, or Windows key can cause unexpected keyboard shortcuts when you click buttons or interact with applications.

1. Press each of these keys several times and make sure they move normally. If you have an external keyboard, disconnect it temporarily.

2. Test the Maximize button using another keyboard or the laptop's built-in keyboard. If the problem disappears, your keyboard may be causing the issue.

Method 6: Test the Maximize Keyboard Shortcut

Windows provides a keyboard shortcut that lets you maximize the current application without clicking the Maximize button.

1. Click the application window you want to maximize and press Win + Up Arrow.

2. If the window maximizes correctly with the shortcut, Windows itself can maximize the window and the problem may be related to the mouse, touchpad, or window button interaction.

Method 7: Test Another Mouse

A faulty mouse button or accidental double-click can cause unexpected actions in Windows. Testing another mouse is a quick way to identify the problem.

1. Disconnect your current mouse and connect another mouse, preferably to a different USB port. If you are using a laptop, you can also test using the touchpad.

2. Open Chrome, Edge, File Explorer, Word, or another application and test the Maximize button. If it works with another mouse, the original mouse may be faulty.

Method 8: Update Mouse and Keyboard Drivers

Outdated or corrupted input-device drivers can sometimes cause unexpected mouse or keyboard behavior.

1. Right-click Start → Device Manager, expand Keyboards and Mice and other pointing devices, right-click your device, and select Update driver.

2. Follow the instructions to install an available driver, then restart Windows and test the Maximize button again.

Method 9: Update Windows

If the problem is caused by a Windows bug, installing the latest updates may fix it.

1. Press Win + I → Windows Update and click Check for updates.

2. Install available updates and restart the computer. After restarting, open several applications and test the Maximize button.

Method 10: Check the Problem With Different Apps

If the problem happens only in one application, Windows may not be responsible. The application itself could have a temporary bug or damaged settings.

1. Test the Maximize button in several applications such as Chrome, Microsoft Edge, File Explorer, Word, and Excel.

2. If only one application has the problem, update that application or reinstall it. If every application has the same problem, continue with the Windows troubleshooting methods.

Bonus: Check Windows Mouse Settings

If you are still experiencing unusual mouse behavior, check Windows mouse settings and make sure there are no unexpected custom settings.

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth & devices → Mouse and review the mouse settings. Make sure the primary mouse button is set correctly and disable any unusual third-party mouse customization temporarily.

2. If your mouse came with manufacturer software, such as software for gaming or programmable buttons, open it and check whether any button has been assigned to open a new tab, launch an application, or open files.

What If Restarting Fixes the Problem?

If the problem disappears completely after restarting your computer, it was most likely a temporary Windows, Explorer, application, or input-device glitch. You normally don't need to modify the registry or reinstall Windows for an occasional problem.

If it happens repeatedly, however, try to identify whether it occurs with all applications or only one application. Also check whether it happens only with a particular mouse or keyboard.

Final Words

If the Maximize window is not working and clicking it opens new tabs or files instead, don't panic. This can often be fixed without reinstalling Windows.

Start with the simplest solutions: restart Windows Explorer and restart your PC. Then check File Explorer Options, Sticky Keys, Filter Keys, your keyboard, mouse, and device drivers. Test the Win + Up Arrow shortcut to determine whether the problem is related to the mouse or the window itself.

If the problem continues, update Windows, test different applications, and run DISM followed by SFC to repair possible Windows system-file problems.

These 12 methods cover the most common causes and should help restore normal Minimize, Maximize, Restore, File Explorer, and taskbar behavior in Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Use Your Phone as a Gamepad for Smart TV (Play TV Games Using Your Phone)

If you enjoy playing games on your Android TV or Google TV but don't have a physical game controller, you can use your Android phone as a wireless gamepad. In this guide, I'll show you how to turn your phone into a game controller and use it to control games directly on your Smart TV.

The method uses the Gamepad for Android TV app. The app creates a virtual gamepad on your phone with buttons, analog sticks, triggers and other controls. Once connected, you can hold your phone like a normal controller and play compatible games on your TV.

What You Need

Before starting, make sure you have:

• An Android Smart TV, Android TV or Google TV.

• An Android smartphone.

• A working Wi-Fi connection.

• Bluetooth enabled on your phone and TV.

• The Gamepad for Android TV app installed on the required devices.

Step 1: Install Gamepad for Android TV on Your TV

First, open the Google Play Store on your Android TV or Google TV.

Select the Search option and search for:

Gamepad for Android TV

Look for the app from AIO TECH. Open the app page and select Install.

Wait until the installation is completed. Once installed, open the app on your TV.

Step 2: Install the Gamepad App on Your Phone

Now take your Android smartphone and open the Google Play Store.

Search for the same Gamepad for Android TV app and install it on your phone. After installation, open the app.

When you launch it for the first time, the app may ask how you want to play. You will see options such as Standard Mode and Compatibility Mode.

Standard Mode

Start with Standard Mode, which is the recommended option. It is designed to work with many supported games and does not require the gamepad app to be installed on the TV in the same way as Compatibility Mode.

Compatibility Mode

If a particular game doesn't respond correctly in Standard Mode, you can try Compatibility Mode. This mode is intended for games where controller detection or button response may not work properly with the standard setup.

For this guide, use Standard Mode first.

Step 3: Set Up the TV Gamepad

After opening the Gamepad app on your TV, you will see a Set Up Your TV screen.

The app asks you to enable its gamepad keyboard so that the TV can receive the button presses from your phone.

Select Open Keyboard Settings.

This will take you to the TV's keyboard settings.

Step 4: Enable Gamepad for Android TV Keyboard

Inside the TV settings, look for the available keyboard options.

You should see an option related to Gamepad for Android TV.

Select it and enable the gamepad keyboard.

Once it is enabled, return to the Gamepad for Android TV app.

The setup screen should now show that the gamepad keyboard is enabled and the TV is ready to connect with your phone.

Step 5: Open the Gamepad App on Your Phone

Now open the Gamepad app on your smartphone.

You will see a virtual controller on the phone screen. It includes controls such as:

• Left analog stick

• Right analog stick

• D-pad

• A, B, X and Y buttons

• Back button

• Select button

• Start button

• LT and LB buttons

• RT and RB buttons

At the top of the screen, you should see the SCAN FOR TV option.

Tap SCAN FOR TV.

Step 6: Connect Your Phone to the TV

The app will search for the available TV.

Make sure your Smart TV is turned on and that Bluetooth is enabled.

When your TV appears in the list, select it.

In the video, the TV appears with its device name, and the phone then starts the connection process.

The TV may display a Bluetooth pairing request with a pairing code.

Check that the code shown on the phone and TV matches, then accept the pairing request.

Once the pairing is successful, the phone's gamepad screen should show Connected.

Step 7: Hold Your Phone Like a Game Controller

Now your phone works as a wireless gamepad.

Hold the phone horizontally with both hands. Your left thumb can control the left analog stick, while your right thumb can control the right analog stick and the action buttons.

The virtual controls on the phone work like the buttons on a traditional game controller.

You can use the analog sticks for movement, the A/B/X/Y buttons for game actions, and the shoulder buttons such as LT, LB, RT and RB when supported by the game.

Step 8: Start Playing Games on Your Smart TV

Now open a game on your Android TV.

Once the game starts, use the controls on your phone to control the character or vehicle.

In the video, the phone is successfully connected to the TV while a racing game is being played on the large TV screen.

You can move the character or vehicle using the analog sticks and use the action buttons on the phone just like you would with a physical controller.

This allows you to play compatible Android TV games without purchasing a separate gamepad.

Step 9: Switch Between Gamepad Modes

The Gamepad app also provides an option to switch the device type or mode.

If the controls are not responding correctly in a particular game, go back to the gamepad settings and try the available mode options.

For most supported games, start with Standard Mode. If the game does not detect the controls properly, try Compatibility Mode.

Keep in mind that controller support can vary between games, so some games may require additional controller configuration inside their own settings.

How to Fix Connection Problems

If the phone cannot find your TV, first make sure Bluetooth is enabled on both devices.

Then close and reopen the Gamepad app on your phone and try SCAN FOR TV again.

Also check the TV's Bluetooth settings and make sure there isn't another controller or Bluetooth device interfering with the connection.

If the TV shows a pairing request, carefully check the pairing code before selecting Pair.

How to Fix Game Controls Not Working

If the phone is connected but the game does not respond to the buttons, first check whether the game supports external or physical controllers.

Then try switching from Standard Mode to Compatibility Mode.

You can also check the game's controller settings and make sure the required buttons are properly mapped.

Some games support gamepads natively, while others may have limited or different controller support.

Final Words

That's how you can use your phone as a gamepad for Smart TV and play compatible TV games without buying a separate physical controller. The Gamepad for Android TV app gives you a virtual controller with analog sticks, action buttons, triggers and other controls directly on your Android phone.

If you already have an Android phone and an Android TV or Google TV, this can be a simple way to start gaming on the big screen using your phone as the controller.

How to Fix “The Requested Resource Is in Use” Copy-Paste Error in Windows 11 (USB, Phone, Memory Card & Camera)

If you are trying to copy photos, videos, documents, or other files from a USB pen drive, phone, memory card, or camera to your Windows 11 PC or laptop and see the error “The Requested Resource Is in Use,” don’t worry. This error usually occurs when Windows or another application is using the file, folder, or connected USB device. In most cases, you can fix it with a few simple solutions without installing any third-party software.

Method 1: Restart Windows Explorer

Step 1: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager, find Windows Explorer, right-click it, and select Restart.

Step 2: Wait a few seconds for the taskbar and File Explorer to restart automatically.

Step 3: Open This PC, access your USB pen drive, phone, memory card, or camera, and try copying the files again.

Method 2: Unplug and Reconnect the USB Device

Step 1: Close the File Explorer window accessing your device, safely eject it if possible, and disconnect the USB pen drive, phone, memory card reader, or camera.

Step 2: Wait a few seconds and reconnect the device. For a phone, unlock it and select File Transfer if required. For an iPhone, tap Trust/Allow if Windows asks for permission.

Step 3: Open File Explorer → This PC, open the connected device, and try copying the files again. If the problem continues, try a different USB port or cable.

Method 3: Close Files and Apps Running in the Background

Step 1: Close any photo, video, document, media player, PDF reader, or other application that may currently be using the file you are trying to copy.

Step 2: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and close any unnecessary application that you recognize as using the files.

Step 3: Reopen your USB device and try the copy-paste operation again.

Method 4: Disable the Preview Pane

Step 1: Press Windows + E to open File Explorer, then click View → Show.

Step 2: Click Preview pane to turn it off. You can also press Alt + P to quickly disable the Preview Pane.

Step 3: Open your USB pen drive, phone, memory card, or camera and try copying the files again.

Method 5: Restart Your Windows 11 PC or Laptop

Step 1: Save your work, close all applications, and safely eject your USB pen drive, phone, memory card reader, or camera if possible.

Step 2: Click Start → Power → Restart and wait for Windows to completely restart.

Step 3: Reconnect your device, open File Explorer → This PC, and try copying the files again.

If the Error Still Appears

If the error continues, try copying a different file from the same device. If other files copy normally but one particular file does not, the problem may be related to that specific file. You can also try another USB port, USB cable, card reader, or another computer to determine whether the problem is with Windows or the external device.

Conclusion

The “The Requested Resource Is in Use” error can prevent you from copying files from a pen drive, phone, memory card, or camera, but it is often easy to fix. Start by restarting Windows Explorer, then reconnect the USB device, close applications running in the background, disable the Preview Pane, and finally restart your Windows 11 PC or laptop. These simple solutions can resolve many common Windows copy-paste and file-transfer problems.

Fix or Disable the Default “No Signal” Screen on Samsung Smart TV

If your Samsung Smart TV shows the “No Signal” screen every time you turn on the TV, you can change the startup behavior with a few simple settings. This is especially useful if you don't use a cable box, DTH box, set-top box, or any other external HDMI device.

In this guide, I will show you two simple methods to remove or change the Samsung TV No Signal screen. The first method is useful when you have a set-top box or another external device connected to the TV. The second method is useful when you don't use any set-top box or cable connection and want your Samsung TV to open Smart Hub instead of showing the default No Signal screen.

The exact menu names can be slightly different depending on your Samsung Smart TV model and software version, but the basic settings are similar.

Method 1: Select the Correct Input Source

If you are using a set-top box, DTH box, cable box, satellite receiver, streaming device, game console, or another external device, the first thing you should do is select the correct input source.

The No Signal screen usually appears when the TV is set to an HDMI or AV input that is not receiving a signal.

For example, if your set-top box is connected to HDMI 1, but the TV is currently set to HDMI 2, the TV may show the No Signal message.

To fix this, select the input that is actually connected to your external device.

Step 1: Open the Input Source

Press the Home button on your Samsung TV remote.

Go to Input Source or Connected Devices.

On some Samsung TV models, you may need to select Connected Devices from the Home screen and then select the input source.

Step 2: Select Your HDMI or AV Input

Find the HDMI or AV input connected to your set-top box.

For example, if your set-top box is connected to HDMI 1, select HDMI 1.

If it is connected to HDMI 2, select HDMI 2.

If you are using an older AV connection, select the appropriate AV input.

Step 3: Use Connection Guide if You Don't Know the Input

If you don't know which input your device is connected to, open Connection Guide.

Select the type of device you are using.

Follow the instructions shown on the TV to identify the correct HDMI or AV connection.

Once you find the correct input, select it.

Step 4: Leave the TV on the Correct Source

After selecting the correct HDMI or AV source, leave the TV on that input.

Now, when you use the TV with your set-top box or external device, you should no longer be stuck on an unused input that shows No Signal.

If your set-top box is turned off, however, the TV may still show No Signal because the HDMI input is not receiving a signal.

So make sure the external device is powered on when you want to use it.

What If You Don't Use a Set-Top Box?

If you don't use a set-top box, DTH box, cable connection, satellite receiver, or any external HDMI device, Method 1 may not be useful for you.

In this situation, there may be no active HDMI or AV source for the TV to display.

If your Samsung TV keeps showing the default No Signal screen when you turn it on, you can try the second method.

The idea is to make your Samsung TV automatically open Smart Hub when it starts.

Method 2: Turn On Autorun Smart Hub

Samsung Smart TVs have a setting called Autorun Smart Hub on supported models.

When this option is enabled, the TV can automatically open Smart Hub when you turn it on instead of simply starting on the previous input source.

This is particularly useful if you don't use a set-top box or cable connection.

Step 1: Open Settings

Press the Home button on your Samsung TV remote.

Select Settings.

Step 2: Open General

Inside Settings, select General.

Step 3: Open Smart Features

Select Smart Features.

Step 4: Turn On Autorun Smart Hub

Find Autorun Smart Hub.

Turn Autorun Smart Hub ON.

That's the main setting you need to change.

Step 5: Restart the TV

Turn off your Samsung Smart TV.

Wait a few seconds.

Turn the TV on again.

From the next time you restart or turn on the TV, the TV should automatically open Smart Hub instead of starting on an unused input that displays the default No Signal screen.

If You Cannot Find Autorun Smart Hub

Don't worry if your Samsung TV does not have an option called Autorun Smart Hub.

Samsung has changed its menu layout and setting names on newer TV models.

On some newer Samsung Smart TVs, the equivalent option may be available under the Start Screen Option settings.

Try the following path:

Settings → All Settings → General & Privacy → Start Screen Option

Look for an option such as Start with Smart Hub Home.

If you find this option, enable it.

Then turn off your TV and turn it on again.

Your Samsung TV should now start with Smart Hub instead of automatically displaying the previous input.

Which Method Should You Use?

The method you should use depends on how you use your Samsung Smart TV.

If you have a DTH or cable set-top box, use Method 1.

Go to Input Source or Connected Devices.

Select the HDMI or AV input connected to your set-top box.

If you don't use any set-top box or cable connection, use Method 2.

Go to Settings → General → Smart Features.

Turn on Autorun Smart Hub.

If your TV uses the newer menu layout, check Settings → All Settings → General & Privacy → Start Screen Option and enable Start with Smart Hub Home if available.

Why Does the Samsung TV Show No Signal?

The No Signal message normally appears when the TV is switched to an input that is not receiving a video signal.

For example, your TV may be set to HDMI 1 while nothing is connected to HDMI 1.

The TV then checks the HDMI input but cannot find a signal.

Instead of showing the Smart Hub or your apps, it displays the No Signal screen.

This can be annoying if you don't use external devices and simply want to use apps such as YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, or other Smart TV apps.

Changing the startup behavior can make the TV more convenient to use.

Remove Samsung TV No Signal Screen When Turning On the TV

If your main goal is to remove the Samsung TV No Signal screen when you turn on the TV, first check whether you have an external device connected.

If you have a set-top box, select the correct HDMI or AV source.

If you don't have an external device, enable Autorun Smart Hub.

This changes the startup behavior so the TV can open the Smart Hub instead of remaining on an input with no signal.

If You Are Using a Set-Top Box

If you are using a set-top box, make sure both the TV and the set-top box are connected correctly.

Check the HDMI cable.

Make sure the HDMI cable is firmly connected to the set-top box.

Make sure the other end of the HDMI cable is connected to the correct HDMI port on the TV.

Select that same HDMI port from the TV's Input Source menu.

For example, if the cable is connected to HDMI 2, select HDMI 2 on the TV.

If you select HDMI 1 while your set-top box is connected to HDMI 2, the TV will show No Signal.

If you still see No Signal after selecting the correct input, check whether the set-top box is switched on.

You can also try another HDMI port if your TV has multiple HDMI connections.

If You Don't Use Cable or DTH

If you don't use cable, DTH, or any external set-top box, you may not need to use an HDMI input at all.

Your Samsung Smart TV can be used directly through its built-in Smart Hub and apps.

In this situation, enabling Autorun Smart Hub can be more convenient.

After enabling the setting, restart the TV and check what appears when the TV starts.

If your model supports the Smart Hub startup option, you should see the Smart Hub interface instead of the default No Signal screen.

Samsung TV Startup Screen Settings

The startup behavior can vary between Samsung Smart TV models.

Some older models may show Autorun Smart Hub under Smart Features.

Newer models may use Start Screen Option or a similar setting under General & Privacy.

Therefore, don't worry if your menu doesn't look exactly the same as the steps shown here.

The important setting to look for is the option that makes Smart Hub start automatically when the TV is turned on.

If the Setting Is Already Turned On

If Autorun Smart Hub is already ON but your TV still shows No Signal, check whether the TV is actually starting on the Smart Hub.

Turn the TV off completely.

Turn it on again.

Check whether Smart Hub appears.

If the TV still starts directly on an HDMI input, check the newer Start Screen Option menu if your model provides it.

You should also check whether the TV software has changed the location or name of the setting after an update.

Important Things to Remember

You don't need to change complicated picture or display settings to solve this problem.

First, identify whether you are using an external device.

If you use a set-top box, select the correct HDMI or AV input.

If you don't use a set-top box, try enabling the Smart Hub startup option.

The exact result can depend on your Samsung TV model, software version, region, and available Smart TV features.

Some Samsung TV models may not provide every Smart Hub startup option.

Final Solution

So, if you are looking for a way to remove the Samsung TV No Signal screen, there are two simple solutions.

For TVs With a Set-Top Box

Go to:

Home → Input Source / Connected Devices → Select the HDMI or AV input connected to your set-top box

If you don't know which input to select, open Connection Guide and check the connection.

For TVs Without a Set-Top Box

Go to:

Settings → General → Smart Features → Autorun Smart Hub → ON

Then restart your TV.

On newer models, check:

Settings → All Settings → General & Privacy → Start Screen Option → Start with Smart Hub Home

If this option is available, turn it on.

After making these changes, restart your Samsung Smart TV.

The next time you turn on the TV, it should start with the selected startup behavior rather than simply showing the default No Signal screen.

This is a simple way to change the No Signal screen when you turn on your Samsung TV, disable the default No Signal startup screen, and make Smart Hub open automatically when you don't use a cable or set-top box.

How to Fix Apps Not Updating on Samsung Smart TV

If apps are not updating, downloading, or installing on your Samsung Smart TV, you may face problems with popular apps such as Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Apple TV, JioHotstar, ZEE5, SonyLIV and other streaming apps. In some cases, the app update may get stuck, the download may not start, or the app may show an error.

The good news is that you can usually fix this problem by changing a few settings and performing some simple troubleshooting steps. Follow the methods below one by one, and after each method, try updating or installing the app again.

Method 1: Turn On Auto Update and Manually Update Apps

1. Press the Home button on your Samsung TV remote.

2. Go to Apps.

3. Select Settings.

4. Find Auto Update and turn it On.

5. To manually update an app, select the app and press OK.

6. If an Update option is available, select it.

7. Wait for the app to finish updating and then open it.

Method 2: Set the Correct Date and Time

Incorrect date or time settings can sometimes cause problems with apps and online services.

1. Go to Settings → All Settings → General & Privacy → System Manager → Time.

2. Set the correct Date, Time, Time Zone, and Region according to your country.

3. If your TV has an Automatic Time option, enable it.

4. Restart the TV.

5. Try downloading or updating the app again.

6. If the problem continues, move to the next method.

   
   

Method 3: Soft Reset the Samsung TV

A soft reset can clear temporary software problems without deleting your apps or settings.

1. Point the remote toward the TV.

2. Press and keep holding the Power button.

3. The TV will turn off and then turn back on.

4. Do not release the Power button while the TV is restarting.

5. Once the TV turns back on, release the button.

6. Open Apps and try updating or downloading the app again.

Method 4: Reset Smart Hub

If apps are still not updating, downloading, or installing, resetting Smart Hub can help fix Smart Hub-related problems.

Important: Resetting Smart Hub may remove downloaded apps, Smart Hub settings, and account information, so you may need to sign in again and reinstall your apps.

1. Go to Settings → All Settings.

2. Select Support → Device Care.

3. Select Self Diagnosis.

4. Choose Reset Smart Hub.

5. Enter your TV PIN if requested.

6. Complete the Smart Hub reset.

7. Set up Smart Hub again.

8. Reinstall the required apps.

9. Try updating or opening the app again.

Note: The exact menu path may be different depending on your Samsung TV model, year, software version, and region.

Method 5: Check Storage

If your Samsung TV is running out of storage, apps may fail to download, install, or update.

1. Go to Settings → Support → Device Care.

2. Check the available storage.

3. Open the storage or app management option if available.

4. Find apps that you no longer use.

5. Select an unwanted app and uninstall it.

6. Free up some storage space.

7. Try downloading or updating the app again.

Method 6: Update Samsung TV Software

If none of the above methods work, check whether your Samsung TV has a software update available.

1. Go to Settings → All Settings → Support → Software Update.

2. Select Update Now.

3. If an update is available, allow the TV to download and install it.

4. Wait until the update is completely finished.

5. After the TV restarts, open Apps.

6. Try updating or installing the problematic app again.

Final Words

If apps are not updating, downloading, or installing on your Samsung Smart TV, try these methods one by one. First turn on Auto Update, then check the date and time, perform a soft reset, reset Smart Hub, check the available storage, and finally update the Samsung TV software.

These solutions can help fix problems with popular apps such as Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Apple TV, JioHotstar, ZEE5, SonyLIV, and other Samsung Smart TV apps.

If only one particular app is not working, you can also try uninstalling and reinstalling that app. Make sure your TV has a stable internet connection before downloading or updating apps.

How to Create QR Codes & Barcodes for Free & Unlimited in MS Word

Creating a QR code usually requires a separate website, app, or QR code generator. But if you already have Microsoft Word installed on your computer, you can create a QR code directly inside Word using a built-in field code feature.

This method is especially useful because you can create QR codes for YouTube channels, Instagram profiles, Facebook pages, WhatsApp numbers, websites, phone numbers, locations, apps, text, and other information without installing a separate QR-code application.

In this guide, I will show you the complete step-by-step method to create a QR code in Microsoft Word.

Step 1: Open Microsoft Word

First, open Microsoft Word on your Windows PC.

Create a new blank document where you want to generate your QR code.

Step 2: Enter the QR Code Field

Now type the following format in your Word document:

DisplayBarcode”Learn Today Lead Tomorrow
https://www.youtube.com/@seedhibaatnobakwasSBNB”Qr

Here, DisplayBarcode tells Microsoft Word that you want to create a barcode, while Qr specifies that the barcode should be generated as a QR code.

You can replace the sample text and YouTube link with your own information.

For example, you can enter:

DisplayBarcode”Visit Our Website
https://www.example.com”Qr

Or you can create a QR code containing only text:

DisplayBarcode”Learn Today Lead Tomorrow”Qr

The important thing is that your content should be placed between the quotation marks.

Step 3: Select the Entire Text

After entering the complete command, select the entire text, including:

• DisplayBarcode
• Your text or link
• Qr

Make sure you select everything before moving to the next step.

Step 4: Press Ctrl + F9

With the entire text selected, press:

Ctrl + F9

Microsoft Word will convert the selected text into a field.

You may notice that Word adds field-code brackets around the content.

This is an important step because Word treats the QR code command as a field rather than ordinary text.

Step 5: Toggle the Field Code

Now right-click on the field and look for the option:

Toggle Field Codes

Click Toggle Field Codes.

Word should now process the field and display your information as a QR code.

If the QR code does not appear immediately, right-click the field and choose Update Field.

Step 6: Check the QR Code

Once the QR code appears, scan it using your smartphone.

For example, if you created a QR code for your YouTube channel, open your phone's camera or QR scanner and scan the code.

Make sure it opens the correct link or displays the correct information.

It is always a good idea to test the QR code before using it on a poster, business card, website, document, or printed material.

What Can You Create QR Codes For?

The same Microsoft Word method can be used for many different types of information.

YouTube Channel QR Code

You can create a QR code for your YouTube channel so people can scan it and quickly open your channel.

For example:

DisplayBarcode”https://www.youtube.com/@seedhibaatnobakwasSBNB”Qr

You can place this QR code on your videos, posters, business cards, or promotional material.

Instagram Profile QR Code

You can also create a QR code that opens your Instagram profile.

Simply enter your Instagram profile URL between the quotation marks.

Facebook QR Code

If you want to share your Facebook profile or page, create a QR code containing its URL.

Anyone who scans the code can quickly open your Facebook page.

WhatsApp Number QR Code

You can create a QR code for a WhatsApp contact or WhatsApp link.

This can be useful for businesses because customers can scan the QR code and quickly start a WhatsApp conversation.

Website QR Code

A QR code can make it much easier for people to visit your website.

Instead of manually typing a long web address, users can simply scan the QR code with their phone.

Phone Number QR Code

You can also use QR codes to share a phone number.

This can be useful on business cards, advertisements, posters, and contact information.

Location QR Code

You can create a QR code containing a Google Maps or other location link.

When someone scans it, they can open the location on their phone.

This can be useful for shops, offices, events, restaurants, and businesses.

App QR Code

If your app has a download page or store URL, you can create a QR code containing that link.

Users can scan the code and open the app's download page.

Create a QR Code From Text

You don't have to use only website links.

You can also create a QR code containing ordinary text.

For example:

DisplayBarcode”Learn Today Lead Tomorrow”Qr

This allows you to share a short message without displaying the entire message prominently on the page.

Create Multiple QR Codes in Microsoft Word

One advantage of this method is that you can create multiple QR codes in the same Word document.

For example, you could create separate QR codes for:

• YouTube
• Instagram
• Facebook
• WhatsApp
• Website
• Phone number
• Location
• App download page

You can then arrange them on a single page and add labels underneath each QR code.

How to Save the QR Code as an Image

Once the QR code is successfully displayed in Microsoft Word, you may want to use it outside Word.

One simple method is to take a screenshot of the QR code and save the screenshot as an image.

After taking the screenshot, crop the image so that only the QR code remains.

You can then use the QR code image in:

• YouTube thumbnails
• Posters
• Business cards
• Flyers
• Social media posts
• Websites
• Presentations
• Documents
• Printed advertisements

However, make sure the screenshot is clear and high quality. A blurry or heavily compressed QR code may not scan correctly.

Important Tips for a Scannable QR Code

Before using your QR code, always test it with multiple phones if possible.

Keep enough white space around the QR code so that the camera can recognize its edges.

Avoid making the QR code extremely small, especially if you plan to print it.

Also, don't stretch or distort the QR code after converting it into an image. Maintaining its original proportions helps improve scanning reliability.

Why Use Microsoft Word to Create a QR Code?

The biggest advantage of this method is convenience. If Microsoft Word is already installed on your computer, you don't necessarily need to install another QR-code application just to generate a basic QR code.

You can enter your text or URL, insert the field code, toggle the field, and generate the QR code directly inside your Word document.

It can be particularly useful when you're already designing a document, flyer, poster, business card, or other printable material in Word.

Final Words

So, this is a simple way to create QR codes for free using Microsoft Word. You can generate QR codes for a YouTube channel, Instagram profile, Facebook page, WhatsApp number, website, phone number, location, app, or even ordinary text.

Just enter the DisplayBarcode field, add your information, finish it with Qr, select the complete field, press Ctrl + F9, and use Toggle Field Codes to display the QR code.

Once the QR code appears, test it with your smartphone and then capture it as an image if you want to use it elsewhere.

How to Convert Android TV to Apple TV

If you want to give your Android Smart TV a completely different look, you can turn it into an Apple TV-style interface using a free launcher. Monet Launcher is a simple and fast Android TV launcher that lets you customize your TV home screen and create a clean interface similar to Apple TV.

1. Install Monet Launcher

First, turn on your Android Smart TV and open the Google Play Store from the TV's home screen.

Search for Monet Launcher and select the launcher from the search results. Click Install and wait for the installation to complete.

2. Open Monet Launcher and Allow Permissions

After installation, open Monet Launcher from your TV's app list.

The first time you launch it, the app may request the necessary permissions. Allow the required permissions so the launcher can work properly and provide its available features.

Once the setup is complete, you can use Monet Launcher as your TV's home-screen interface.

3. Customize Your Android TV Home Screen

One of the best features of Monet Launcher is its customization options. You can personalize the home screen according to your preferences.

You can configure options such as:

• Weather information
• Time and clock display
• Home-screen layout
• App arrangement
• Background and appearance
• Other launcher settings

This gives your Android TV a much cleaner and more modern appearance.

Monet Launcher Is Free, Fast and Simple

Monet Launcher is a free and lightweight Android TV launcher designed to provide a simple and fast home-screen experience. Its clean interface can make your Android Smart TV look similar to an Apple TV-style interface without changing the TV's operating system.

If you don't like the default Android TV home screen and want something cleaner, faster, and more customizable, Monet Launcher is worth trying.

Final Words

That's it! Install Monet Launcher from the Play Store, open it, allow the required permissions, and customize the home screen with options such as weather, time, and your preferred layout. With just a few steps, you can give your Android Smart TV a fresh Apple TV-like look using a free launcher.