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April Fools' Day is a special celebration originating from Western countries. On this day, you're allowed to playfully tease those around you without them getting upset (just stick to teasing friends). For tech enthusiasts, particularly your computer, there are plenty of mischief-making pranks like FakeFormats or ReplaceKeys. Specifically, using ReplaceKeys to swap key functions will make your loved ones think their keyboard is malfunctioning. They might even go crazy if they have an important task at hand.
There are many other April Fools' pranks, and in addition, there are numerous April Fools' software on computers. In this special article, Mytour will introduce you to even more amusing pranks.
Top 10 April Fools' Pranks You Shouldn't Miss
1. Desktop Screen Flip
This is the simplest trick yet frustrating for those not tech-savvy. If you're not familiar with computers, you'll spend quite some time trying to revert your screen or might even end up flipping your entire monitor. Just press the CTRL + ALT + Down Arrow keys (you can customize the left or right direction with the corresponding arrow keys on your keyboard).
Desktop Screen Flip
2. Activate 'High Contrast Mode'
Compared to flipping the screen, this feature is much trickier for users as it's rarely used and not well-known. Simply press Shift + Alt + Print Screen (the screen capture button) and click OK to activate it.
High-contrast mode makes it challenging to see.
3. Keep the mouse loading forever.
Simply change the mouse icon by going to Control Panel > Mouse. In Mouse Properties, switch the mouse icon from Normal Select to Busy to make users mistakenly think the computer is loading.
Forever loading; probably frozen.
4. Alter Mouse Functions.
Changing the left and right mouse functions will drive users crazy as they struggle to adapt to unfamiliar daily operations. To make this change, go to Control Panel > Mouse, in Mouse Properties, and check Switch Primary and Secondary Buttons.
Pressing endlessly, but nothing happens.
5. Shut Down the Computer when Opening an Application.
With this prank, everyone will likely think their computer is infected with a virus and immediately consider reinstalling Windows. It can be quite frustrating, so exercise caution when pulling off this joke.
To execute, right-click any program, select Properties. In Properties, enter the following code in the Target field: %windir%\system32\shutdown.exe -r -t 00 and your computer will shut down immediately.
Probably infected with a virus, time to reinstall.
6. Change the Input Language
The key to this prank is switching to languages that don't follow the alphabet, leaving users puzzled until they figure out how to revert to the original state.
How to do it: Go to Control Panel > Language> Add Language, or in Windows 10, open the Start Menu and type 'Add language' to find the option.
What language did I just type?
7. Frozen Screen Prank.
This is the most fun and simple trick you should try. Just press the Print Screen button (take a screenshot), then open Paint on your computer, press Ctrl + V to paste it, and save the image as your background. Hide the old icons, and you're set.
You won't be able to click anything on the screen.
8. Broken Screen
For the unsuspecting, this is a momentary surprise prank that will surely bring laughter. Use apps or wallpapers that mimic a cracked screen and set it up on your unsuspecting friends' devices.
Is this really cracked or just a prank?
9. Bluetooth Earphones
Simply use your Bluetooth earphones, connect them to your target's phone, and answer calls. You can hear and respond to calls, but they can't. However, be cautious with your targets as the consequences can be unpredictable.
Is the phone broken, or why can't I hear anything?
10. Ghostly Sounds with External Speaker.
This is a great but challenging prank. Find a secluded spot, use your phone to play eerie sounds or someone whispering names into the darkness. It will be quite spine-chilling.
Is anyone there?
Here are 10 April Fools' pranks you shouldn't miss. Hope these pranks bring laughter to your friends, and wish you successful execution. Additionally, if you want to learn more about April 1st, you can refer to the origin of April 1st to understand the significance of this holiday.
April Fools' memes are sought after by many young people to send to friends. You can choose one of the many April Fools' memes as your profile picture on Facebook or other social networks.
