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How to use Windows Feedback Hub for providing feedback.

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How to Use Windows Feedback Hub for Providing Feedback

The Windows Feedback Hub is a useful tool for providing feedback to Microsoft about your Windows experience. It allows you to report software bugs, suggest new features, and share your overall user experience with the Windows development team. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of using the Windows Feedback Hub to provide your feedback effectively.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, please ensure that you have the following:

  • A Windows device with Windows 10 installed.
  • An active internet connection.

Step 1: Opening the Windows Feedback Hub

  1. Click on the Start Menu button located at the bottom left corner of your Windows screen.
  2. From the Start Menu, locate and click on the Feedback Hub app to launch it.

Step 2: Signing In

To provide feedback using the Windows Feedback Hub, you need to be signed in with a Microsoft account. If you don't have one, you can create a new account for free.

  1. After launching the Feedback Hub, click on the Sign-in button located at the top right corner of the app window.
  2. Enter your Microsoft account email address and password, then click Sign in.

Step 3: Choosing a Feedback Category

Before submitting feedback, it's important to categorize it correctly, as this allows the Windows development team to understand and prioritize your feedback effectively. The categories include Problem, Suggestion, and Praise.

  1. In the Feedback Hub, click on the Feedback tab located on the left-hand side of the window.
  2. Click on the Create new feedback button to start submitting feedback.
  3. Select the appropriate feedback category that best describes your feedback by clicking on the respective choice.

Step 4: Providing Feedback Details

Now it's time to provide specific details about your feedback. The more information you provide, the easier it will be for the Windows development team to understand and address your concerns.

  1. In the Give us more details box, provide a clear and concise title for your feedback.
  2. Describe your feedback in detail in the Describe the problem or suggestion box.
  3. If your feedback relates to a specific app or feature, select it from the Repro Steps dropdown menu and provide any relevant instructions.
  4. If applicable, you can also attach relevant screenshots or files by clicking on the Add screenshots/files button.

Step 5: Adding Relevant Diagnostics and Data

To help the Windows development team understand and reproduce your feedback, you can include additional diagnostics and data with your submission. While this step is optional, it is highly recommended for more complex issues.

  1. Scroll down to the Add diagnostic data section.
  2. Click on the Start Capture button to begin capturing diagnostic data related to the issue you are reporting.
  3. Reproduce the problem or perform the action you are providing feedback about while the diagnostic data is being captured.
  4. Once you have successfully reproduced the issue or performed the necessary action, click on the Stop Capture button.
  5. Review the captured data and ensure it is relevant to your feedback.
  6. If you are satisfied with the captured data, click Save to attach it to your feedback.

Step 6: Submitting Feedback

You're almost done! Now it's time to submit your feedback to Microsoft.

  1. Double-check all the details you have provided to ensure accuracy and clarity.
  2. When you're ready, click on the Submit button at the bottom right corner of the Feedback Hub window.
  3. Your feedback will be submitted to Microsoft, and you will receive a confirmation message.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to use the Windows Feedback Hub to provide feedback to Microsoft. Remember that your feedback contributes to improving the Windows user experience for millions of users worldwide. Make sure to check for updates regularly to see if your feedback has been addressed or to provide additional feedback in the future.