Out of the box, Windows packs a load of innovative apps and features that complement the OS.

Here are six free apps that you might not have heard of but can significantly enhance your Windows experience.

So much so that you might wonder how you managed without them.

Young Woman Using Laptop

1.Encrypto

The privacy and security of your online data are essential for feeling safe on the internet.

Your file will be saved as a.cryptofile.

you could also include a unique embedded password hint that only the recipient can decipher.

Setting Password and Hint in Encrypto App

Managing them can be a task, and Windows File Explorer is not the best tool for the job.

There are several third-party free file explorers, but our best pick here is One Commander.

you’re able to switch the dual-pane browsing from horizontal to vertical or vice versa.

Dual Pane View in One Commander App

And to preview the file, you just need to pressSpace.

But you’ll realize its convenience as you use it more.

Or even learn from a YouTube video while practicing steps on the other screen.

UI with QR Code in Deskreen App

But you don’t need to invest in a second monitor.

The Deskreen app lets you do it for almost free!

So you could turn any old laptop, tablet, or even your smartphone into an extra display.

App Search in Ueli Launcher

This connection is only between the devices on your Wi-Fi and uses end-to-end encryption.

And you’ve got the option to also share your screen with multiple devices at the same time.

The Battery Percentage Icon app will help you fuel up your PC well in time.

Man Using Cartoon Style Lens in Snap Camera App

On Windows 10, you usually have to hover over the battery icon to check the remaining battery.

You will also be notified when the battery becomes critical, low, high, and full.

And you might also set the percentage text colors and font to your liking!

But it becomes easy and speedy with Ueli.

PressingAlt + Spacebrings up the slick, black Ueli search bar.

It works much like an OS search, but you will find that it’s much faster.

Ueli holds a series of plug-ins within, which save you precious time and effort.

The Snap Camera from Snapchat brings the fun of using thousands of Snapchat lenses right to your desktop.

Snap Camera syncs with your webcam and works with some of your favorite live streaming and video chat apps.

All Snap Camera lenses can also be used and shared in Snapchat.

And have a lot of fun on your Windows PC too!

So we hope you enjoy exploring and using them while adding other cool apps to maximize your Windows experience.