Windows 10: Set up and use Cortana - how it works

You can also set up and use Microsoft's voice assistant Cortana on Windows 10. In this guide, we show you exactly how to do this.

Windows 10: How to set up Cortana

Note: If you want to use Cortana, you need a Microsoft account. If you have set up Windows 10 without a Microsoft account, activating Cortana will link your user account to your Microsoft account.

1. First, start Cortana. To do this, click on the circle symbol in the lower left of the taskbar or use the search function.
2. Click the "Next" and "I Agree" buttons to use the wizard.
3. Then enter your name and confirm again with the "Next" button.
4. The last thing you have to do is log in with your Microsoft account if you are using a normal user account. If you don't have an account, you can create a Microsoft account for free.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to open multiple desktops in Windows 10.