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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.

tutorial How to show CMD, PowerShell & Control Panel in the Windows 10 WinX menu

How to show CMD, PowerShell & Control Panel in the Windows 10 WinX menu

If you’re using a Windows 10 computer, you might have noticed that the Control Panel and Command Prompt are no longer available in the WinX menu - the menu that appears when you right-click the Start button. Over time, Microsoft has replaced these classic shortcuts with those for the Settings app and PowerShell. While these new tools are powerful and more in line with
tutorial Recycle Bin on Android: How to recover photos, videos, and other files

Recycle Bin on Android: How to recover photos, videos, and other files

Android doesn’t have a traditional Recycle Bin like the one on Windows computers. However, Android apps can have a Recycle Bin-like system that allows you to recover recently deleted photos, videos, and other types of files. This also applies to popular devices like Google Pixel phones, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, devices made by Xiaomi, OPPO, OnePlus, Motorola, and so on. In this tutorial, I’ll tell
tutorial How to set up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account

How to set up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account

Do you have a Windows 11 Home license key and want to install it without using a Microsoft account? Or maybe you’re trying to install Windows 11 Pro with a local account? Microsoft pushes you to use a Microsoft account and doesn’t give you the option to create a local account during the Windows 11 setup, whether it’s the Home or Pro version. But
tutorial Recycle Bin on iPhone: How to recover photos, videos, files, notes

Recycle Bin on iPhone: How to recover photos, videos, files, notes

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “How do I find the Recycle Bin on my iPhone?” or “Is there a deleted folder on my iPhone?”, you’re not alone. Navigating the folders and files on an iPhone can sometimes be confusing, especially when trying to recover deleted items. Unlike computers, iPhones don’t have a universal Recycle Bin where all deleted files go. However, some apps,
tutorial How to set a homepage in Microsoft Edge

How to set a homepage in Microsoft Edge

If you’re using Microsoft Edge and want to personalize your browsing experience, setting your homepage, startup page, or new tab page is a great place to start. Whether you want to open a specific website each time you launch Edge, or simply change the default start page URL, I’ll show you how to do it in this tutorial. I’ll cover everything from setting your
tutorial Stop Windows 10 and Windows 11 from showing unwanted Welcome messages

Stop Windows 10 and Windows 11 from showing unwanted Welcome messages

Have you noticed that your Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer shows a full-screen Welcome dialogue after installing an update or signing in? This pop-up promotes Microsoft services like OneDrive and Microsoft 365 or recommends changing your Microsoft Edge settings, enabling facial recognition, accessing your phone’s photos and texts from your PC, or backing up your phone to your computer. Even though Microsoft considers
tutorial How to unblock a number on Android

How to unblock a number on Android

There may come a time when you have a change of heart and decide to unblock a number on your Android smartphone. Perhaps you acted in the heat of the moment, or you simply miss the person you’ve blocked and want to give them another chance. Regardless of your reasons, unblocking a number on your Android smartphone is pretty straightforward. In this guide, I’ll
tutorial Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Whether you’re using Windows 10 or Windows 11, finding the items you’ve deleted starts with opening the Recycle Bin folder. That’s because the Recycle Bin in Windows is like a safety net you can use to recover files or folders you’ve previously deleted from your computer or device. So, if you’re wondering “Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?” or “Where to find the
tutorial 4 ways to open the iPhone Settings

4 ways to open the iPhone Settings

The iOS Settings app is your command center, helping you control and customize everything about your iPhone. But how do you open Settings on an iPhone? Luckily, Apple made it easy to access the iPhone Settings, and there’s more than one way to open it. Whether you’re new to iOS or interested in new ways to access the iPhone Settings app, this guide has
tutorial How to add Recycle Bin to File Explorer

How to add Recycle Bin to File Explorer

Do you often find yourself looking for the Recycle Bin when managing your files in File Explorer? Wouldn’t it be great if you could have the Recycle Bin readily accessible within File Explorer? If your answer is yes, you’ve come to the right place. In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through all the necessary steps to show the Recycle Bin in File Explorer, regardless
article What is a clipboard? How does it work?

What is a clipboard? How does it work?

If you have used computers for a while, then you know what Copy and Paste are, and you may have also heard about the clipboard. Do you know what the clipboard is or that you can sync it on your devices? Do you want to learn how to work with it and find out what it can do? What about the differences between the
tutorial How to block a number on Android

How to block a number on Android

Unwanted calls and messages can be a major nuisance in our daily lives. Whether you're being bombarded by relentless robocalls, pestered by persistent telemarketers, or dealing with unwanted contact from a person you know, the ability to block numbers on your Android device is a powerful tool for regaining your peace of mind. In this guide, I walk you through various methods to permanently
tutorial How to open Control Panel in Windows 11

How to open Control Panel in Windows 11

Does Windows 11 have a Control Panel? Are you looking for it because you used to rely on it on your older computers but it seems it’s nowhere to be found? This happens because the Control Panel has been somewhat obscured in Windows 11, making it less accessible than it was in previous versions like Windows 7 or even Windows 10. But don’t worry
tutorial How to change the alarm sound on an iPhone

How to change the alarm sound on an iPhone

Knowing how to change the iPhone alarm sound is important because it ensures you get on with your day on the right note. Furthermore, it’s a good idea to use a different alarm sound on your iPhone to wake up from a good night’s sleep, from an afternoon power nap, or to remember to take your medicine. Luckily, when you set an alarm on
tutorial How to open Control Panel in Windows 10

How to open Control Panel in Windows 10

Where is the Control Panel in Windows 10? How do you open it and is there any Control Panel shortcut you can use for that? To answer these questions, I did a bit of testing and experimentation. I had to do that because in Windows 10, the Control Panel is hidden compared to Microsoft’s older operating systems, like Windows 7. I managed to compile
tutorial How to use the clipboard on Android

How to use the clipboard on Android

Copying and pasting are some of the most basic and simple functions that any Android smartphone or tablet offers. It all goes through the Android clipboard, but did you know that the clipboard can store more than just the last item you’ve copied? The clipboard on Android, just like the one on Windows, is able to store multiple items, allowing you to paste any
tutorial How to personalize the taskbar in Windows 11

How to personalize the taskbar in Windows 11

The taskbar in Windows is the area at the bottom of your screen that allows you to quickly access your favorite apps, settings, and notifications, so customizing it to your liking can really change the way you work on your computer. Even if many argue that previous Windows systems had better taskbars in terms of customization options, the Windows 11 taskbar still lets you
tutorial How to use the clipboard on an iPhone

How to use the clipboard on an iPhone

Are you curious to see how to use the clipboard on your iPhone? While the iPhone’s clipboard is not as feature-rich as the clipboards on Android devices or Windows computers, it’s easy to work with. Copying text replaces the entire clipboard on your iPhone with the new data, so you can only paste the last text you copied. In this tutorial, I’ll show you
tutorial How to sync the Windows 11 clipboard with other PCs and Android phones

How to sync the Windows 11 clipboard with other PCs and Android phones

One of the best features of modern Windows operating systems is the ability to save multiple items in the clipboard. An even more useful addition to that is Windows 11’s capability to also sync the clipboard across your devices. And that doesn’t mean just other Windows 11 or Windows 10 computers, but also Samsung Galaxy smartphones and other Android devices. Are you interested in