Find/Delete large files wasting space

A handy tool called WinDirStat (Windows Directory Statistics) can be used to easily find which files and folders are taking up the most space on your drive. From there, you can delete them and open up a ton of storage space.

Use Problem Steps Recorder

This handy tool automatically records any mouse clicks and takes screenshots for you. If you need tech assistance with your computer, go to Run by typing Windows + R, and then type "psr." Use the tool and by the time you are finished, you can send this information, neatly compiled automatically, to the person helping you with the issue. It will make the process of finding the problem much easier for them, which means you will be able to get your system up and running faster.

Windows hidden "god mode" folder

Windows offers a centralized Control Panel for all of the OS settings, which makes it easy for users to tweak everything from desktop background to setting up a VPN. To enter this mode, create a new folder with this exact name (copy and paste it): 

God Mode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

The folder icon will change to a Control Panel-style icon, and you will be able to jump in and change all kinds of settings.

Note: Don't try this on Windows Vista 64-bit as it's known to cause a reboot loop.