Once you’ve got Cortana up and working to improve your day, there’s plenty of things you can ask its help for. Here at Laptop Mag, we put together a list of how-to’s to help you learn how to make the most of your new assistant. You’ll learn the basics, like how to turn Cortana on and change the name it calls you, as well as expert-level tips like how to change Cortana’s voice and how to have it send emails for you. Check out the table of contents below to better get to know Cortana, and be sure to also check out our list of Windows 10 settings to change.

Cortana Tips and How-Tos

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Turn On ‘Hey Cortana’Send an Email With CortanaSet a Reminder with CortanaSearch for Files With CortanaTurn On and Use Cortana in Microsoft EdgeChange Cortana’s Voice and LanguageTurn Cortana Off in Windows 10Change the Name Cortana Calls YouShut Down Windows With a Voice CommandFind Your Phone with CortanaList Apps That Work With CortanaShow Weather for Multiple CitiesClear Personal Info From CortanaAdd Remove Cortana from Your Lock ScreenSend SMS Messages with CortanaTweak Cortana Privacy SettingsCreate Reminders with Sticky NotesGet News NotificationsSet Cortana to Use Google for SearchCreate Reading ListsAll Windows 10 Tips