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Share your Wi-Fi password in seconds with Android QR codes
Need to share your Wi-Fi password? It's easy if you have an Android phone.
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Google's Messages for Web helps me hate text messaging a little less
Android users don’t have to put up with annoying mobile keyboards when texting. You can use your PC’s keyboard instead.
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How to turn an old tablet into a second PC monitor for free
Spacedesk: The best free software for turning a tablet into a computer monitor
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How to add custom screensaver images to your Kobo e-reader
Like a Kindle, your Kobo e-reader can display a random screensaver image when on standby—you just need to do a bit of quick work.
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Android 13's new copy system reveals your passwords. Here's how to stop it
You can keep your login info private in Android 13 with a couple of simple steps. But the fact this issue exists at all is aggravating.
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How to delete your Twitter account
Twitter's process for account deletion is simple and fast—and also leaves you an escape route in case you have second thoughts.
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How to download your Twitter data
Want a backup copy of your Twitter data—tweets, follower info, and all? Requesting an archive is a quick five-minute process.
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How to use Samsung's Galaxy Tab as a second display for your PC
If you own a Samsung Galaxy Tab tablet, you already have a terrific second display for both work or business travel. Here's how to use it.
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8 simple ways to protect your smartphone from hackers
Protect your smartphone from hackers with these simple steps that keep your device more secure.
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Your phone sounds terrible. Use this trick for clearer calls instead
Bad call quality doesn’t have to be endured.
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How to securely store photos and video on Android
Whether your collection includes makeshift scans of tax documents or personal videos, you can keep them under extra protection.
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Forgot your Fitbit tracker at home? Here’s how to make your steps still count
Fitbit doesn’t recognize manually entered walks or runs in step totals. But you can sidestep that problem.
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How to encrypt your Facebook messages with Secret Conversations
Facebook's encrypted messaging feature, Secret Conversations, is available for everyone on Android and iOS.
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How to remove ads and Special Offers from your Kindle or Kindle Fire
If your Amazon Kindle device has ads and Special Offers, you can remove them. But it's going to cost you.
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Fight Google’s data cap with a simple change to Google Photos
In June, 2021, new photos and movies saved to Google Photos and the cloud will count against the Google One data cap. Exceed it, and you'll be charged for storage or Google will delete your photos.
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Samsung Galaxy S21: The first 10 things to do with your new phone
The Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphones cram in more features than the competition. That means your new phone does a lot of cool things, but good luck finding it all. Here are 10 things to do with your new Galaxy S21.
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Android 11: Getting started with gesture navigation
With Android 11, almost all devices will default to Google's new gesture navigation. Here's how to get started and adjust it to your liking in just a few taps, or give up and go back to buttons.
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6 ways to stop using your Android phone before bedtime
Stop using your phone before bedtime so you can sleep better. Android offers handy tools to help, most in the Digital Wellbeing settings.
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How to see what Facebook knows about you, and download your data
Facebook stores a lot of data on its users, but the social media service makes it easy to see the information it has on you, and even lets you download a copy of its records.
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Android 11 tips: The 8 new features to explore first
From new playback controls to a screen recorder to dark mode scheduling, Android 11 has some improvements worth checking out.
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How Photoshop Artistic Filters work, with examples of our favorites
Photoshop Artistic filters alter images to simulate colored pencils, watercolors, chalk pastels, charcoal, pen and inks, crayons, and many other artistic methods.
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8 essential S Pen tips for Galaxy Note 20
Even if you've been using an S Pen for years, you'll want to know where Samsung has added new features and functionality.
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How to get the screenshot button back on your Pixel phone in Android 11
Android 11 removed the screenshot button from older Pixel phones when using 2-button navigation. Here's how to get it back.
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How to let your kids do their homework on paper, not Zoom
Your kids don't have to do all of their distance-learning schoolwork on Zoom calls and Google Classroom. Use the powerful tools within Microsoft's Office app for iOS and Android to help younger kids work on paper.
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Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 4 isn’t on the Play Store: How to get it on your Android phone
Fortnite might be gone from the Play Store, but you're just a few steps away from making sure you get the next update.
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How to use Photoshop Blur Gallery for Bokeh effects and more
Photoshop Blur Gallery tools, plus three Effects tabs for Bokeh, Motion, and Noise, offer many options to fine-tune or transform your images.
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Photoshop Shapes: What they are and how to use them
How to access, use, edit, create, convert, and download Photoshop Shapes.
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Photoshop Styles: What they are and how to use them
Photoshop styles are works of art that can be applied to text, objects, vector shapes, illustrations, or photos. Here's how to access and use them.
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11 quick ways to clear space on an overstuffed Android phone
Zap cached app files in a single tap, clear the Downloads folder, delete unneeded offline maps, take charge of music downloads, and more.
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How to share large video files on Android
Videos sent directly through text message or a chat app often end up tiny, blurry, and difficult to view—here's how to share them in all their glory.
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How to get free books for your Amazon Kindle
Thousands of free books are waiting to be enjoyed on your Amazon Kindle e-reader. You just have to know where to look.
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How to turn your Kindle on or off: Finding the power button
Find the power button on your Amazon Kindle using our guide, including photos of Amazon Kindle, Kindle Oasis, and Kindle Voyage models.
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How to use your Android phone as a webcam for video conferencing and virtual meetings
If you need a webcam in a pinch, here's how your Android phone can pitch in.
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How to share your Android phone’s mobile connection by tethering or hotspot
If you need to get Wi-Fi on your laptop in a jiffy, your Android phone can help.
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How to use Windows’ Your Phone app to connect your phone to your PC
We'll walk you through how to use Windows 10's Your Phone app, from basic setup to its ability to show texts and notifications, remotely interact with your Android phone's screen, and even place calls.
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If you’re not seeing the new Google Assistant on your Pixel 4, here’s how to fix it
Even of you have the Google Pixel 4, the new Google Assistant might still be in hiding. Here's how to find it.
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Photo editing basics: 6 tips for polishing and perfecting finished images
Make your digital images even better by using photo editing software to polish and perfect the finished images. We cover basic tips for getting started.
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Android 10: Ten essential tips for overlooked features
The latest version of Android is packed with new features, but some are quite subtle, so let's point them out.
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Galaxy Note 10 tips: 10 things to do first
Just bought a Galaxy Note 10 or Note 10+? Here are 10 features to set up first.
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How to save money and scan your photos digitally using your phone and Google PhotoScan
School photos and wedding photographers now offer you the rights to digital images for an additional fee. But using Google PhotoScan and your smartphone, you may be able to create your own digital images, for free.
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Android 10: Getting started with the best new features
The new Android 10 looks a whole lot like Android 9 Pie, but there are plenty of cool new features to explore if you know where to find them.
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How to use Paint 3D’s Magic Select tool to edit out photobombers from your photos
You don't need Adobe Photoshop to cut out an unwanted person or object from your digital photos, just Microsoft's Windows 10. Here's how to use the Magic Select tool within Paint 3D to do the job.
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Google Keep Notes: 10 tips and tricks to become a master
Google Keep Notes isn't as basic as it seems. Here are 10 tips and tricks so you can unlock its full potential.
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How to automatically delete the web activity and location history data in your Google account
Google has launched a new privacy setting that lets you automatically delete your location and web activity data. Here's how to do it.How-To
How to clear cookies from your browser
Clearing cookies from your web browser is simple and easy, and doing so could help protect your private data while you're online.
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How to pay for NYC subway and bus fares using your Apple, Android, Fitbit, or Samsung device
New York City's OMNY contactless payment system goes live on May 31. Here's how to use it with your watch or phone.
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How to tell which iPad model you have
From a distance, you might not be able to tell two different iPad models apart. But it's easy to tell which one you have…if you know where to look.
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Galaxy S10 set-up tips: 10 features to check out first
Did you just buy Samsung's latest flagship phone? Here's how to spend your first 30 minutes with the Galaxy S10.
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15 instant improvements to your Samsung Galaxy S10 or Note9
Got a new Samsung Galaxy S10 or Note9? Don't miss these tips.
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