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How to Open & View Clipboard History on Mac
macOS doesn’t include a built-in feature for tracking anything besides your most recently copied items.
How to Batch Download All Photos & Albums from Facebook
After testing a handful of web tools and extensions, here is a list of methods that still work to backup Facebook photos and videos fast.
How to Fix It When Safari is Slow on Mac
Whether you use the Safari internet browser for your everyday work, school work, online shopping, or simple internet browsing, having it work slowly can be extremely frustrating. This is completely understandable, but don’t worry we are here to help! As someone who...
How Much Memory Do I Need for a MacBook Air?
If you're considering a new MacBook Air, or wondering if your current MacBook Air needs an upgrade, you may be thinking: How much memory do you really need in your MacBook Air? And is 8GB enough? While 8GB might serve the needs of everyday users, those planning to...
How to Fix Google Chrome Helper Renderer High CPU on Mac
You might be wondering if Google Chrome is to blame if your Mac is running slowly or using too much CPU. The good news is that it is easy to determine if Chrome is at fault, and there is an easy way to fix it. One of the most common Chrome problems is Google Chrome...
How to Fix Mouse Lagging on Mac
We've all been there: you're trying to use your Mac, but your mouse keeps lagging. While this is often an easy fix, sometimes it can point to more serious problems. So what causes a laggy mouse, and how do you fix it? As an Apple tech, I’ve seen this issue plenty of...
How to Fix Mouse Working But Cursor Not Moving
If your mouse is working but your cursor stops moving, then you may have software or hardware issues. It’s going to be more challenging to diagnose because you don’t immediately have a working mouse. Still, you should be able to quickly work through the...
300+ Free Nature Brushes for Procreate
Creating landscapes and background imagery in Procreate has never been easier as the number of brushes available to artists is endless. The app comes with some awesome options and there are some really cool alternatives available online. Drawing certain elements of...
210+ Free Pencil Brushes for Procreate
I love the selection of pencil brushes that come preloaded in the Procreate app. But there have been times when I’ve needed different styles of textures and grain in my pencil brushes which have led me to explore brushes elsewhere, mostly from other digital artists...
30 Best Free Procreate Texture Brushes
Procreate has over 200 awesome brushes to choose from and many of them are texture brushes. But sometimes you may find that you’re not getting your desired texture and you can’t quite put your finger on it. Then you know it's time to search for external resources....
350+ Free Hair Brushes for Procreate
Hair is one of the most challenging aspects to master in Procreate and using the right brush can make all the difference. Procreate does come with four preloaded hair brushes to work with so you are covered for all the basics but sometimes, that's just not enough. I’m...
18 Free Ink Brushes for Procreate
Procreate comes with a great selection of ink brushes but sometimes they’re just not quite what I’m looking for. And when you start to browse new brushes available online, you realize the vast potential of expanding your ink brush collection in your Procreate Brush...
25 Free Watercolor Brushes for Procreate
Watercolor style drawing is a popular and challenging painting style to create in Procreate. There are more than 200 brushes that Procreate has to offer, there isn’t quite the perfect watercolor brush so users have no choice but to either make their own brush or...
45 Best Free Procreate Fonts
One of my favorite features of the Procreate app is working with fonts and lettering. This allows me to develop my own graphic design and branding tools without having to crossover with another app. Having the ability to control my own fonts and text is essential for...
What Editing Software Do Hollywood Movies Use?
The vast majority of Hollywood movies are made using Avid’s Media Composer, followed – in a distant second – by Adobe Premiere Pro. Only a handful are edited in either Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve or Apple's Final Cut Pro. Below, I will explain why. But first,...
How to Permanently Delete Apps from iCloud
To permanently delete apps from iCloud, tap Show All under APPS USING ICLOUD from the iCloud menu and toggle off the switch next to any app you wish to remove. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and fellow iCloud user. In this article, I’ll expound upon the...
How Much Space Does Fortnite Take Up
Fortnite is arguably one of the most popular games in the world at the time of writing this article. Published by Epic Games, it defined a new genre of Battle Royale games: a mix of traditional deathmatch multiplayer modes and building. One of the things that...
How to Fix The Mouse Cursor Moves on Its Own Issue
There's nothing more frustrating than when your computer doesn’t work as you expect. The great thing about computers–aside from the information and entertainment they provide–is their predictability. Computers operate in the same way every time you use them. Except...
How to Get Canva Pro for Free Legally
While there is no legal way to obtain a full-year subscription to Canva Pro for free, there are a few ways in which you can try Canva Pro for free or gain access to those premium features through their Canva for Education program. My name is Kerry, and I have been...
How to Open an exe File on Mac
If you need to run a Windows application, chances are you will have to download and open exe files, which are incompatible with Mac. So how can you open exe files on your Mac? My name is Tyler, and I am a Mac technician with over 10 years of experience. In today's...
Can I Have Two Different Internet Providers in One House?
It is definitely possible to have two different internet providers in one house. You likely do, in a sense, without realizing it. Hi, I’m Aaron. I’ve been in technology for the better part of 20 years and have been an electronics enthusiast and hobbyist longer...
How to Check CPU Temperature While Gaming
Have you ever wanted to check your CPU temperature while gaming? I’ll show you how and it’s easier than you think. Within 10 minutes, you’ll be up and running and able to monitor all sorts of information while you game. All you need is MSI Afterburner and the ability...
How to Screen Record on Your iPhone or iPad
It’s quite easy to record screen video on a computer but what if you want to capture on-screen activities on your iPhone or iPad? See more.
How to Clear “System Data” Storage on Mac
Your Mac is running out of storage, but what’s taking up your disk space? “System” may occupy way more space than it should.
How to Disable AdBlock on Major Web Browsers
A guide on how to disable or remove AdBlock in commonly used web browsers, step by step.
How to Fix MacBook Pro Overheating
It’s natural for a MacBook Pro to warm up during normal use. But if your MacBook is running super-hot, it’s probably not okay.
How to Back up Android Phone Before Factory Reset
A factory reset will put your Android phone back to the same state it was in when you bought it.
How to Screenshot an Entire Webpage
Do you want to take a full page screenshot, or scrolling screenshot on Mac? Check out some of these methods with detailed steps.
Are Password Managers Safe?
Are password managers safe? The answer is a resounding, “Yes!”
How to Format or Partition an External Hard Drive for Mac
We show you how to format an external drive to a Mac-compatible file system: Mac OS Extended (Journaled).
How to Back up iPhone with Broken Screen?
We’ll cover four different backup methods in detail that will help you keep your phone’s contents safe.
How Long Does It Take to Back Up iPhone to iCloud?
Expect your first backup to take at least an hour (it’s better to allow for several hours), then 1-10 minutes each day.
How to Find a Saved WiFi Password on Mac
You can’t remember all passwords, especially those aren’t that important such as a WiFi password on your Mac.
How to Play MOV Files on Windows 10
A MOV file is a file format created by Apple and compatible with both Windows and macOS platforms.
A List of iTunes Alternatives for Mac and Windows
The eighteen-year-old app has been struggling to cope with its own bloat and something had to change.
8 Time Machine Alternatives for Mac
When Apple realized that many Mac users weren’t doing data backup regularly, they created Time Machine.
8 Windows Alternatives to Carbon Copy Cloner
There is currently no Carbon Copy Cloner for Windows, and the maker Bombich Software doesn’t plan to launch a PC version.
7 CrashPlan Alternatives for Home Offices
Sometimes even your backup plan needs a backup, as users of CrashPlan Home have discovered not long ago.
How to Extract and Save Images from Google Docs
Google Docs doesn’t allow you to directly copy images from a file and use them in your computer’s clipboard. Here’s how to solve the problem.
How to Upload High-Quality Photos to Instagram
Just stick to the platform’s strict pixels requirements and you shouldn’t see any unexpected changes in your photos.
26 Reasons Why Your Mac is Running Slow
If you ever wonder why your MacBook or iMac is running slower, check out this infographic (26 possible causes) to get hints and fixes.
Top 100 Best Blogs for iOS Developers
If you are looking for insightful and educational iOS development blogs, you’ve come to the right place. Here are the best and active iOS blogs.