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There’s no clickbait here! Our thoroughly-tested tips and tricks are a great way to boost your knowledge, your productivity, and even the fun you have with your devices. Whether you want to sharpen your Windows skills, become a Mac genius, or get smarter than your smartphone, these tips can help turn you into your own personal IT department.
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How to Download All Photos 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 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 Remove Duplicate Photos on iPhone with Gemini Photos
A step-by-step guide on how to quickly find and remove unneeded photos (duplicates, similar files, blurred pictures, etc.) on an iPhone or iPad.
How to Empty Trash or Retrieve Deleted Items on iPad
Wondering if there is something called a recycle bin on iPad so you can remove or recover your files?
How to Remove App Icons from Menu Bar on Mac
It can be frustrating when the icons you want in Mac Menu Bar are buried by third-party app icons, here are how to remove them.
How to Fix Mac System Has Run Out of Application Memory
You can easily fix a “system has run out of application memory” error using one of the methods described here.
How to Post on Instagram from PC or Mac
Instagram took the mobile world by storm, but luckily it doesn’t have to stay on your phone. Here’s how to post to Instagram on your computer.
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 Clear Purgeable Space on Mac
Purgeable space is a special macOS feature for optimizing storage. It represents files that your Mac can remove if more space is needed.
How to View Clipboard History on Mac
macOS doesn’t include a built-in feature for tracking anything besides your most recently copied items.
How to Fix Magic Mouse Not Working Issues
If your Magic Mouse isn’t working properly, not scrolling, won’t pair, disconnecting, etc., see this guide for how to fix it.
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 Clear Browsing History on Windows 10
Companies are constantly tracking your online activities based on your browsing history and through the use of cookies.
How to Stop Automatic Updates on Windows 10
There are pros and cons allowing Windows to automatically update.
6 Reasons Why Your Computer May Run Slowly on Windows 10
Despite its sleek new layout and updated features, Windows 10 can also suffer from slow performance. Learn how to fix it.
How to Fix 100% Disk Usage on Windows 10
Follow the steps here to find out why and how to solve the issue so you can get back to binge-watching your favorite shows on Netflix.
How to Fix Windows Stuck on Checking for Updates
Sometimes a bug can cause an issue where the Windows Update application is stuck checking for updates instead of installing them.
How to Fix It When Windows 10 Freezes Randomly
A slow or frozen PC is always an annoying issue to have. Luckily, if Windows is the culprit, you have options to resolve the issue.
How to Uninstall Programs on Windows 10
Whether you have two apps to remove or twenty-two, there are several ways to have your PC freshened up in just a few minutes.
Is Google Password Manager Safe?
Here are a few ways Google Password Manager will help deal with all of your passwords.
Is iCloud Keychain Safe to Use as Primary Password Manager?
Besides being locked into the Apple ecosystem, the service lacks features that have become expected in a password manager.
How to Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone without iTunes
While it’s easy to transfer videos from your phone to a computer, what if you want to reverse the action?
How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Mac
After updating your iPhone to iOS 11 or later, you’ll find that photos taken on the iPhone are saved in the HEIC format.
How to Print Text Messages from Your iPhone
Sometimes iPhone text messages become important mementos used for work, study, or even pieces of evidence for court.
How to Record Your Screen on Mac
There are many options out there if you want to record your screen, ranging from built-for-the-pros to just occasional use.
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 Record Your Screen in Windows 10
A list of built-in methods and available software to help you capture a screen recording so you can make a great video tutorial.
10 Best Free RAR Extractors for Mac
You tried to open a rar file on Mac but got a weird error saying the file couldn’t be opened? See how to fix it with an unarchiver app.
How to Change the Color of Visited Links in Web Browsers
For the color-blind, it’s hard to tell the difference between the colors of visited and unvisited web links if they are not set properly.
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.
Why is My Virtual Machine so Slow?
While virtual machines have a multitude of benefits and are very versatile tools, they’re not if they run so slow you can’t use them.
How to Save One Page of a PDF
When you need to save one page or even multiple pages from a PDF file into a new file, there are many ways to get it done.
How to Stop WiFi from Turning off Automatically on Android
There are some pretty straightforward reasons that your Android phone disconnects from your wifi.
How to Check How Many Devices Are Connected to Your WiFi
Regular maintenance and inspection of your wireless network are critical.
How to Back up Your SD Card Data
Various ways to back up your SD card, including how to back it up to your computer’s hard drive and cloud storage.
How to Speed up Time Machine Backup
Fortunately, there are various ways to speed up a Time Machine backup. We outline them for you below.
Can You Unsend an Email?
Sending a regrettable email can be embarrassing. In some cases, it can cost you a job, client, or friend.
How to Boost Wi-Fi Signal
If your wifi network suffers from a weak signal, dead spots, or instability, there’s a solution.
How to Connect Computer to Wi-Fi Without Cable
While there are still some valid reasons to hook your computer up with a cable, it might be you’re unsure how to move to a wireless connection.
Why Does My Wi-Fi Keep Disconnecting?
Disconnecting Wi-Fi can be really frustrating. It’s often hard to determine what is causing the problem.
How to Charge Your iPhone without a Charger
If you usually charge your phone using a traditional wall plug-in charger, you may not have realized all the other ways that you can power up your device.
What to Do When Your Android Phone Won’t Charge
If your phone’s not charging, there are some simple things you can do that might quickly remedy the problem.
How to Transfer Contacts from Android to Android Using Gmail
Transferring contacts is pretty simple to do using Google. It’s probably quicker and safer than having that phone salesperson do it as well.
How to Fix macOS Monterey Slow Issues
Keeping your Mac in sync with the latest macOS update is always recommended for both the health and security of your machine.
How to Fix It When Windows 10 Wifi Won’t Turn on
Sometimes when we run into wifi problems, we tend to think there is some complicated solution required. As a result, we overlook simple solutions.
How to Black Out Text in PDF
The first requires that you have a paid version of Adobe Acrobat. It’s the easiest, though there’s a fee attached.
Why is My VPN Connection so Slow
Your internet will normally be slower when using a VPN, but that’s a worthwhile tradeoff for improved privacy when online.
How to Increase Download Speed on Mac
If you’ve been suffering from a slow network with your Mac computer, here are a few fixes.
How to Play Clash Royale on Mac
Playing Clash Royale on the Mac allows you to have a larger screen view and make the in-game controls easier.
How to Recover Deleted Photos from iCloud
iPhones include quality cameras capable of storing every photo you take. They’re incredibly convenient and easy to take for granted—until it’s too late.
How to Find WiFi Password on iPhone
If you don’t know the password of a wifi network and have an iPhone connected to it, there are several ways to retrieve the password.
How to Get Better WiFi Signal from Neighbor
Using your neighbor’s internet with their permission can be a great benefit. It can also be a plus for them if you are compensating them.
How to Recover Permanently Deleted Photos from iPhone
If you somehow deleted some photos from your iPhone, first check that they’re not permanently deleted.
How to Share WiFi Password from Mac to iPhone
Wifi password sharing is a convenient way to connect your other devices to the web.
How to Check If Your VPN Is Working
We’ll cover three major types of leaks, then show you how to identify and fix them.
How to Recover Files from External Hard Drive Not Detected
I hope your experience is as low-stress as mine, but I can’t make guarantees. Data recovery is a tricky business.
Can You Have WiFi Without the Internet?
If you want the web without having your own wifi and internet service, you can have that.
How Does Google Know My Location Using a VPN?
Many people report that Google seems to know users’ real locations even when using a VPN.
How to Clone a Virtual Machine
Cloning can be beneficial, especially for those who work in software development.
What is Dual Band WiFi
Let’s take a closer look at what it is, how and why it’s used, and why it’s vital.
How to Speed up iCloud Backup
The first time you back up, all of your data and settings are transferred to iCloud. That part can be time-consuming.
What Does a VPN Hide?
By masking your IP address, a VPN can keep you safe and anonymous, while encryption can keep your sensitive data from getting into the wrong hands.
How to Open MSG Files on Mac
It’s a little ridiculous that Outlook for Mac can’t open files created by Outlook for Windows (it uses EML files instead).
What is a Virtual Machine and Why Use It?
Virtual machines are a cost-efficient, versatile tool that can be used for many applications.
How to Clear Browsing History on Mac
A step-by-step guide on how to delete browsing history on Mac, so you leave no trace after browsing the Internet.
How to Compress Photos on Mac Without Losing Quality
How do you safely reduce the size of a photo on Mac without losing image quality?
How to DM on Instagram on Mac
There is an Instagram app for Windows 10 users, but not for Mac yet. We show you two methods for Instagram DM on your Mac.
How to Delete Backup Files in Windows 10
Backups are helpful, but not when you run out of space. A full drive leads to frustration.
How to Delete Cookies on Windows 10
There are many reasons why you should clear cookies in your web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.), here’s a detailed guide.
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 Recover an Unsaved Word Document on Windows 10
Microsoft Office Word got closed but some of your content not saved? You may be able to retrieve the doc. We show you how step by step.
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 to View Saved Wi-Fi Passwords on Windows 10
Forgot the Wi-Fi password of your computer? Here’s how to find it. All you need is a PC that has connected to that network before.
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 Use Seagate Backup Plus on Mac?
If you’re a Mac user, do yourself a favor and ignore the software that came with the drive.
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 MP4 on Mac When QuickTime Player Can’t Open It
QuickTime player can’t open and won’t play your MP4 videos? Here’s how to fix it with a step-by-step guide.
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.
What is HDR on iPhone Camera?
HDR is a setting within the iPhone camera that automatically blends the best parts of three photos taken quickly at different exposures.
What is an Email Client?
Whether you use email every day or periodically, I’m sure you have heard the term “email client.” So, what exactly does it mean?
How to Forget a Wi-Fi Network on Mac
One macOS feature is that once you connect to a network, your Mac will remember it forever. Here’s how to forget it, step by step.
How to Turn Off a VPN on Your iPhone
There are three main ways to turn off a VPN on an iPhone. Read on to learn the one that works best for you.
Dual Boot vs. Virtual Machine: Which One is Better?
Both methods are great ways to access multiple operating systems and environments without the need for separate computers.
macOS Big Sur Slow? 10 Ways to Gain Speed
If you have an older Mac, installing Big Sur could slow your startup time further. Here are some ways you can speed it up.
How to Fix macOS High Sierra Slow Issues
Is your Mac slow after updating to High Sierra? Does it freeze during installation? Read our findings and observations, learned the hard way!
How to Fix macOS Mojave Slow Performance Issues
Is your Mac running slow or facing performance issues after updating to macOS Mojave? Here are some possible causes and fixes.
How to Fix Wi-Fi Problems with macOS Catalina
Has your Mac’s Wi-Fi frustrated you since upgrading to Catalina? You’re not alone. The release of macOS 10.15 seems to be buggier than usual.
How to Fix macOS Catalina Slow Performance Issues
I successfully installed macOS 10.15 Catalina on my MacBook Air in an hour. Read on to learn about the problems that I and others had.