Windows
Help with Microsoft Windows.
Should I get antivirus software?
Polycade runs Microsoft Windows and will allow you to use all the functionality of a regular PC. If you plan on visiting and downloading things from unsafe websites, you may want antivirus software.
Keyboard shortcuts
Pressing the Windows key opens the Start menu. From here, you can use your trackball as a mouse to navigate out of Polycade AGS. Alt+Tab is a very quick way to switch between running applications. If switching between more than two windows, you’ll ha
Disabling Startup Programs
Windows 8, 8.1, and 10 make it really simple to disable startup applications. All you have to do is open up Task Manager by right-clicking on the Taskbar, or using the CTRL + SHIFT + ESC shortcut key, clicking “More Details,” switching to the Startup
Disable Windows Sign-in Button
You may occasionally see a Sign-in screen that requires a mouse to click the "Sign-in" button. If you'd like to remove this, follow these steps:. 3. In the following screen, choose "Yes". 4. Type the following into the command prompt:powercfg /SETDCV
Change Power Button Function
The power button can be configured to make your Polycade shutdown, sleep, or hibernate. We recommend using the "shutdown" option. Here's how to change the function of the power button:
Fully resetting and re-installing Windows
4. Follow this guide also: https://polycade.com/pages/helphq-2#/collection/4100/article/28959.
Setup lock screen in Windows
If you're looking for a child-lock type feature, you can use the built-in Windows lock screen. Follow these steps:. From there, you should be able to log out of Windows and then you'll see the password entry screen. Restarting will also land you at t
Change Audio Output Device
In order to change the audio output device on your Sente, follow the steps below.
Mini PC Drivers
If you need drivers for the Sente's Mini PC, you can download them here.
Graphics Driver Update
Hey Polycade Family & Friends! 🎉. We’ve got an important update for those of you running the AMD Ryzen Pro 7 Mini PC with. Radeon Graphics inside your Polycade setup. A new AMD graphics driver has been released — and updating it will ensure the best