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Tutorials and how to guides about using gadgets, hardware, and software. Our tutorials cover all major operating systems: Windows, Android, iOS and others.

article 6 things you can do with the Windows 10 Weather app

6 things you can do with the Windows 10 Weather app

The Windows 10 Weather app is built into the operating system and offers detailed weather-related information no matter where you are. The app’s simple interface provides data on past, present, and future weather and forecasts, as well as news about international weather. Furthermore, if you travel a lot, you can configure the Windows 10 Weather app to show the temperatures in your favorite locations.
tutorial How to customize the sound schemes for Windows 10

How to customize the sound schemes for Windows 10

The Windows sound schemes are collections of sounds that play automatically during certain system and app events, like errors, notifications, or reminders. If you find the current alerts annoying, you can customize the sound schemes for Windows 10 to play what you want in every situation. Furthermore, it only takes a few clicks or taps to mute your system entirely. This guide covers how
tutorial How to stop Chrome from asking to save passwords

How to stop Chrome from asking to save passwords

There are several reasons to turn off the Chrome password manager on your device(s). Maybe you want Chrome to stop asking to Save password because you don’t want it to store your credentials. Or perhaps you’re already using a dedicated password manager that conflicts with Google Chrome’s built-in one. Besides, the constant prompts can become annoying. Luckily, it’s easy to turn off the Google
tutorial How to turn on Dark mode on Android in 3 different ways

How to turn on Dark mode on Android in 3 different ways

The built-in Android Dark mode feature flips the color palette of your device’s interface. On top of your smartphone or tablet’s screen getting darker, when you enable the Dark theme on Android, it also changes the user interface of most installed apps to shades of black and grey. The Android Dark mode saves battery, and some users find it easier on the eyes, especially
tutorial How to rotate a video on Android: All you need to know

How to rotate a video on Android: All you need to know

While most smartphones today can automatically detect the correct orientation when recording, you may need to know how to rotate a video on Android. This is helpful if you start shooting and then rotate the camera or if you just want to flip it to have fun and get a different perspective. Either way, this guide shows how to rotate videos on Android using
article How to mute a tab in Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Opera

How to mute a tab in Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Opera

Do you often come across websites that automatically play videos or sounds without your permission in one of your browser tabs? Do you find them as annoying as we do, so you want to mute them immediately and get back to what you were doing? Then you’re in the right place. Since unwanted audio bothers us a lot, we decided to create a guide
tutorial How to change language in Firefox on Windows and Mac

How to change language in Firefox on Windows and Mac

If you’re wondering how to change the language in Firefox, the procedure is now more straightforward than ever. And with over 90 available options available, it’s easy to find what you want when it comes to the Firefox language. This guide illustrates how to change languages in Firefox from English to Spanish on Windows and macOS, but the same steps apply if you decide
tutorial How to make Chrome the default browser in Windows 10 (Firefox & Opera)

How to make Chrome the default browser in Windows 10 (Firefox & Opera)

Are you wondering how to make Google Chrome the default browser in Windows 10? Do you want to make Firefox the default browser on your Windows 10 computer or device? How about another web browser? Whether you like Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Edge, or any other browser out there, this guide has all the answers you need. Keep reading to find out how
tutorial The Start Menu live folders: How to use them in Windows 10

The Start Menu live folders: How to use them in Windows 10

Folders are one of the defining concepts of Windows, as they’re one of the best ways to organize files and other folders on your computer or device. The same is also true for the Window 10 Start Menu, which can include live folders for your app tiles and shortcuts. This guide tells you everything you need to know about live folders, sometimes called tile
tutorial How to block or unblock someone on WhatsApp

How to block or unblock someone on WhatsApp

Are you a WhatsApp user and someone is bothering you with messages or calls you don’t want? Did you know you can block anyone on WhatsApp and stop them from sending you messages or calling you? When you block someone on WhatsApp, do they know that you did that? What do they see? What happens when you call someone who blocked you on WhatsApp?
tutorial How to make Google my search engine in Microsoft Edge

How to make Google my search engine in Microsoft Edge

The new Chromium-based Edge is, in my opinion, a fantastic browser. However, inserting search terms into its address bar revealed that the default search engine in Microsoft Edge is Bing, and it wasn’t exactly obvious how to make Google my search engine instead. If you also want to change the Edge search engine to Google, DuckDuckGo, Yahoo!, or any other site that uses the
tutorial How to choose the default GPU for gaming or apps in Windows 10

How to choose the default GPU for gaming or apps in Windows 10

Many computers use processors with built-in integrated graphics that help them provide basic video features. However, some PCs also have dedicated video cards that are used for more demanding apps and games. Usually, Windows 10 automatically switches between graphics cards, depending on the apps you are using and the games you’re playing. However, sometimes, you might want to force a particular app or game
article Top 10 Microsoft Edge add-ons in 2021

Top 10 Microsoft Edge add-ons in 2021

Most people like to personalize their devices and tools, and that applies to web browsers too. Just like other popular browsers (Chrome, Firefox, or Opera), Microsoft Edge offers a large variety of extensions, which you can download and install. Some of them are really good! If you like Microsoft Edge and you want to further expand its features, here is our list of top
tutorial How to use Windows 10's Action Center notifications

How to use Windows 10's Action Center notifications

If you use Windows 10 on your PC, you are acquainted with notifications, and you probably see them regularly. Whether you get a notification about a new email or Skype message, one about a new device you just connected to your PC, or a notification about new system features being installed, Windows 10’s Action Center notifications system is always helping you stay on top
tutorial How to configure proxy server settings in Windows 10

How to configure proxy server settings in Windows 10

Windows 10 offers the ability to set a proxy server from its Settings app without the need for third-party software. This feature allows you to protect your online privacy by covering some of your tracks when surfing the web. Furthermore, using a proxy server might be the only way to access the internet in schools or enterprise environments. The proxy server, which acts as
tutorial 12 ways to manage tabs in Microsoft Edge

12 ways to manage tabs in Microsoft Edge

While managing tabs in Microsoft Edge is not exactly exciting, it becomes necessary if you have too many open tabs. Luckily, Edge comes with a wide range of tools and features that help you organize and manage your tabs efficiently to avoid clutter and ensure you can easily find what you’re looking for. Read this guide to find out everything you need to know