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Keep important Windows alerts during Do not disturb

Windows can let priority apps through Do not disturb.

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Here’s how to do it.

4 steps
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  1. 01Open Settings → System → Notifications.
  2. 02Open the priority notification settings.
  3. 03Under Apps, choose Add apps to allow selected alerts.
  4. 04Review Calls and reminders preferences separately.

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