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How to share photos from an iPhone to an Android and vice versa

How to share photos from an iPhone to an Android and vice versa

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 12.03.2024
A few years ago, sending photos from an iPhone to an Android or the other way around was not easy. However, the situation has improved significantly, though not because of Apple’s efforts. Because no, you can’t AirDrop from an iPhone to an Android, nor can...
How to get Gmail as a desktop app for Windows

How to get Gmail as a desktop app for Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 08.03.2024
Google doesn’t offer an official Gmail desktop app for managing emails on Windows computers. However, with just a few clicks or taps, you can get your own Gmail app for Windows 10 or Windows 11. You’ll need to use a web browser like Google Chrome...
How to hide apps on an iPhone

How to hide apps on an iPhone

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 05.03.2024
Is it possible to hide apps on an iPhone? I received this question from more than just a few people these days, so I decided to investigate. What I’ve found is that while iOS doesn’t have a built-in feature to hide apps, it does allow...
How to open Microsoft Edge in Windows (10 ways)

How to open Microsoft Edge in Windows (10 ways)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 27.02.2024
Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 come with Microsoft Edge as their default web browser. If you’re already using it as your main browser or if you’re trying out Microsoft Edge, it’s essential to know the most convenient ways to open it. Though launching Edge...
How to remove the background from a picture with Paint in Windows 11

How to remove the background from a picture with Paint in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 26.02.2024
At the end of 2023, Microsoft updated Paint in Windows 11 to include all kinds of useful features, like support for layers and an AI tool for removing a picture’s background so that it becomes transparent. Therefore, if you need a quick way to make...
How to add and edit pictures and shapes in Microsoft Word

How to add and edit pictures and shapes in Microsoft Word

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 20.02.2024
If you want to make your Word documents more attractive, you can use pictures and shapes. They can make a document look more professional, describe the content, and illustrate ideas better. It all sounds simple, right? However, there are many tools available in Microsoft Word...
How to download Windows 11 for free

How to download Windows 11 for free

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 19.02.2024
You never know when you’re going to need a copy of the Windows 11 setup on a USB flash drive, a DVD, or as an ISO file. It may be useful for reinstalling Windows 11 on your computer or laptop, assisting a friend, or even...
How to change the layout of a document in Microsoft Word

How to change the layout of a document in Microsoft Word

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 07.02.2024
Microsoft Word is one of the most powerful text processors of all time, allowing you to create various types of documents. However, creating documents is not just about entering text and stuffing information in them. It’s also about making everything look the way you want...
How to download Windows 10 for free

How to download Windows 10 for free

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 06.02.2024
Windows 10 is the most widely used PC operating system in the world right now. Obviously, it’s a good idea to keep a USB memory stick, a DVD, or an ISO file with the Windows 10 setup handy. You may need it for various reasons,...
How to pin to the taskbar in Windows 11

How to pin to the taskbar in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 02.02.2024
If you want to access your frequently used apps, programs, or other tools quickly, you can pin them to the taskbar of your Windows 11 computer. And that’s not all you can do with the taskbar: you can also pin special items and shortcuts to...
Pin Google Weather to your Android (including Samsung Galaxy)

Pin Google Weather to your Android (including Samsung Galaxy)

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 26.01.2024
My father asked me the other day: “Does Google have its own Weather app? I want it on my Android phone!” At the time of writing, Google does not have a standalone Weather app, at least not for Android smartphones. However, it can provide a...
What is and how to use Personal Vault in OneDrive

What is and how to use Personal Vault in OneDrive

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 23.01.2024
OneDrive is a cloud storage service that lets you store and access your files from any device. One of its best features is the Personal Vault, a secure folder that requires additional authentication to access your most sensitive and important files. In this tutorial post,...
How to use Apple Maps offline on an iPhone

How to use Apple Maps offline on an iPhone

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 19.01.2024
If you know you’re going to travel in an area where mobile internet is unreliable or where data usage is costly, you may want to download offline maps in Apple Maps on your iPhone. Offline maps let you view the map and get directions without...
How to use the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows

How to use the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 18.01.2024
If you need to type without a keyboard, the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows might be helpful. It allows you to type by using a mouse. You can even set up and use this function without having a keyboard connected to your computer, which can be...
How to use Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge

How to use Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 12.01.2024
Do you need to access old websites or legacy web apps that were designed to work well in Internet Explorer but aren’t working as they should in Microsoft Edge? It’s a situation that’s more common than one might think, and as some of my friends...
How to change the Microsoft Store region in Windows

How to change the Microsoft Store region in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.01.2024
The region or country setting in Windows can have an effect on the apps and games you get access to in the Microsoft Store. If you set the wrong region, you may not be able to find or use certain apps or content that are...
4 tools to lock and password-protect folders in Windows

4 tools to lock and password-protect folders in Windows

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.01.2024
It would be great to see Microsoft release a Windows version that allows users to password-protect specific folders that contain sensitive data. However, until that happens, if you want to protect your folders, you must use software created by other companies. Although there are many...