Set up Windows 10

Setting a new device is not difficult. It only takes some time to configure and personalize the experience the way you need it.

In this Windows 10 guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to properly set up a new computer.

1. Select your Region option.

1. Click the Yes button.

2. Select your keyboard layout option.

1. Click the Yes button.

2. Click the Skip button (unless you need to add a second keyboard layout).Quick note: If you are using a wireless connection, you will be prompted to sign in to the network.

3. Click the Accept button to agree to the Microsoft licensing terms (if applicable).

4. Select the Set up for personal use option. (This is not an option in the Home edition of Windows 10.

1. Click the Next button.

2. Confirm your Microsoft account information to create an account.Quick note: The recommended process is to use a Microsoft account. However, if you want to use a traditional local account, you can click the Offline account option from the bottom-left corner and then continue with the on-screen directions.

1. Click the Next button.

2. Confirm your account password.

1. Click the Next button.

2. Click the Create PIN button.

1. Create a four-digit Windows Hello PIN.

2. Click the OK button.Quick tip: If you want to continue using a traditional password, click the Cancel button to skip the process.

1. Select your privacy settings.

2. Click the Accept button.

1. (Optional) Check the ways you plan to use your device. For example, gaming, school work, creativity, entertainment, or business. Or click the Skip button to continue with the normal setup.

1. Click the Yes button to enable Timeline to resume tasks on your device. If you are not interested in this feature, click the No button.

1. (Optional) You can enter your phone number and click the Send button to link your phone with your computer. If you prefer to skip this option, click the Do it later button in the bottom-left corner

1. (Optional) Click the Next button to allow OneDrive to backup the Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders to the cloud. If you use another cloud service or prefer not to upload your files, click the Only save files to this PC option in the bottom-left corner.

1. (Optional) Click the No, thanks button to skip the Microsoft 365 setup.Quick tip: If you have an Office product key, you can click the I have a product key option to enter the license, and then the apps will install automatically.

1. (Optional) Check the Let Cortana respond to "Hey Cortana" option to use the assistance hands-free.

2. Click the Accept button to allow Microsoft to collect personal information to make Cortana more personal. If you are not interested in the digital assistant, click the Not now button.

Once you complete the steps, the new settings will apply to the new device, and you should be able to see the desktop experience that has been customized by the manufacturer.