The Connect app is now an optional feature in Windows 10

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Published onAugust 31, 2020

published onAugust 31, 2020

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With each new version, Microsoft is adding new features, but it also removes some that become obsolete, redundant, or useless.

Now, the software giant added the Connect app to thelist of removed featuresfrom Windows 10 version 2004.

The Connect app was helping you to connect to awirelessdisplayusingMiracastso it is pretty important but don’t worry because it will still be available as an optional feature.

How can I install the Connect app?

If you updated your system to theWindows 10 version 2004and you can’t find the Connect app, you can still install it fromSettings>Apps>Optional features>Add a feature.

Then, you just need to typeWireless Displayand install the app. After the installation, you will find the Connect app by typingconnect to awirelessdisplayin Windows search.

However, there’s another, easier way to connect to awirelessdisplayby using the Windows key + K combination. Not only you will find any compatibledisplaybut also all other audiowirelessdevices.

If you can’t connect yourWindows 10device to awirelessdisplay, we have anexcellent guideto fix that problem.

Please let us know if you have any suggestions in the Comments section below.

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