Windows 11 Tips and Tricks for ASUS Copilot+ PCs

Feb 12, 2025

Windows 11 is designed to elevate productivity, enhance multitasking, and deliver a streamlined user experience. For ASUS Copilot+ PCs, this operating system unlocks even more potential. Let’s explore eleven essential Windows 11 tips and tricks to help you make the most of your ASUS device.

The Copilot feature in Windows 11 is a game-changer. In ASUS Copilot+ PCs, Copilot is your digital assistant. You can choose between free plans, and paid ones. The former is essentially a chat-based personal assistant that can help with easily finding information or creating text-based content. The paid version adds to the experience by unlocking even more useful AI tools in Microsoft Office software and enabling priority access during peak usage periods. It can handle tasks such as summarizing documents, creating meeting scripts or translating in real time, generating text or images, and assisting with app navigation. Accessible through a convenient sidebar in a paid version, as well as via a single click of the Copilot key on the laptop keyboard, this tool leverages AI to streamline workflows. On devices like the ASUS Vivobook S14 or S16, which boast AI-optimized Snapdragon® X processors with a Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU boasting up to 45TOPS, Copilot and other AI-based apps, including creative software, function seamlessly. Whether you need to brainstorm ideas, respond to emails, or manage your schedule, this assistant ensures you stay on top of your tasks effortlessly.

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Customizing the Quick Settings panel and Start Menu allows you to create a personalized, clutter-free workspace. Adjust Quick Settings to include your most-used features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Night Light, screen casting, and more. To adjust the Quick Settings menu, simply click the pencil icon and start selecting what you want to appear there and in what order.

Customizing the Start Menu can help you prioritize frequently accessed programs. You can simply hit the “Pin to Start” button after right clicking an app’s icon on the desktop or taskbar. Aside from apps, you can also adjust what appears in the Start Menu. To do so, go to Settings > Personalization > Start > Folders. Toggle on what you’d like to see in the Start Menu, and toggle off what you feel you don’t need there.

Recall is a standout feature that leverages AI to take snapshots of your device activity, allowing you to return to previously accessed documents, videos, or tasks. It’s a boon for multitaskers, enabling you to resume work with a single click. Privacy concerns are addressed with Recall’s integration with Windows Hello, ensuring authentication is required to access snapshots. Stored locally, these snapshots run smoothly on laptops equipped with Snapdragon® X processors, such as the ASUS Vivobook 14 or ASUS Vivobook 16, which deliver 45 TOPS of AI processing power. Recall also has a Click-To-Do feature that identifies actionable text or images in screenshots and offers one-click solutions — a tool that’s invaluable for busy professionals.

Focus Sessions on Windows 11 help block out distractions and give you at least 30 minutes of full-focus productivity. You can access it via Alarms & Clock app, where you can set timers for work intervals and break times. In the meantime, you can continue listen to music or sounds that help you focus and boost productivity, thanks to the integration of popular music streaming apps. It’s perfect for students, creatives, or remote workers.

If you frequently use your laptop in a multiscreen setting, with an external monitor plugged in, you will appreciate the Desktop Management feature of Windows 11. This is an upgrade of the Task View feature, helping you easily switch between apps so you can find the apps you need easier and move them between screens with no hassle. In addition, Windows 11’s Snap Layouts and Snap Groups revolutionize multitasking by allowing you to arrange apps on the screen efficiently. This feature is invaluable when working with multiple windows, making it easier to organize your workflow. The Windows 11’s native experience is even better with the proprietary ASUS ScreenXpert app. Paired with the vibrant ASUS Lumina OLED displays on models like the ASUS Zenbook A14, the clarity and layout options ensure optimal viewing experiences. Whether you’re juggling spreadsheets, video editing, or gaming, Snap Layouts enhance your multitasking prowess.

The Title Bar Window Shake feature offers a quick solution for decluttering your screen. By clicking and shaking the Title Bar Window Shake of an active window, you can minimize all other open windows instantly. This simple yet effective trick is especially helpful during presentations or focused work sessions on ASUS devices. Managing spacious screens such as what’s found on the has never been easier.

Windows 11 Phone Link feature bridges the gap between your PC and smartphone, allowing you to send texts, access photos taken on the phone, manage notifications, play music, make calls directly from your ASUS laptop, and even run phone apps on your laptop’s screen. Just keep in mind some of these functions are only available on Android phones, such as the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra. This integration simplifies communication, ensuring you remain connected without switching devices.

Replacing traditional passwords, the Windows 11 Passkeys feature offers a more secure and efficient way to log into accounts. Using biometrics such as facial recognition or fingerprint scanning, Passkeys provide faster access to your system and applications. ASUS laptops equipped with Windows Hello enhance this feature by ensuring swift and secure authentication, keeping your data protected.

Windows 11 brings improved audio controls, including spatial sound settings, bass boost, mono settings, and enhanced noise suppression for video calls. ASUS laptops maximize these features for immersive sound quality with high-end built-in speakers. Whether you’re attending virtual meetings, watching movies, gaming, or streaming music, the enhanced audio experience is sure to impress.

Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs from ASUS enhances intuitive navigation and efficiency. Users can take advantage of new Smart Gestures on the accurate and large touchpads on ASUS laptops. From adjusting brightness or sound levels, to navigating video playback or switching between apps or desktops, using gestures is an easy way to interact with your laptop.

For devices with touchscreens, the experience has also been enhanced. From swiping up to access the Task View to three-finger gestures for multitasking, intuitive controls make using your device a breeze. Whether you’re browsing the web or switching between apps, gestures ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience.

Windows 11 is built with gamers in mind, offering features like Auto HDR, DirectStorage, and improved Game Bar functionality. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a competitive enthusiast, these enhancements ensure you’ll enjoy smoother gameplay and richer graphics. Simply hit the Windows key + G to access the Xbox game bar and start optimizing for the best gaming experience.

With its powerful tools and enhancements, Windows 11 unlocks new possibilities for ASUS Copilot+ PCs. Whether you’re optimizing productivity with Copilot and Focus Sessions or enjoying seamless multitasking with Snap Layouts, these features ensure a superior user experience. The new Copilot+ PCs from ASUS are ideal companions for navigating the Windows 11 ecosystem. Embrace these tips and tricks, and take full advantage of what your ASUS laptop and Windows 11 have to offer.