Many people are aware of the basic functions that smart home hubs have to offer, but oftentimes their knowledge doesn’t extend far beyond simple commands. Smart devices are certainly useful on their own, but for a truly intelligent home, you really need the technology to work together. Create a Routine in Alexa There are a few steps to follow to get a Routine up and running, but it’s not as complicated as you’d think....
Anyone can access Teams with a free Microsoft account, and premium users of the Office 365 suite enjoy a robust version of Teams with features like increased file storage, meeting recording, and the ability to host online events for up to 10,000 people. Minimum Requirements for Breakout Rooms in Teams Before we begin, let’s make sure everything is in place for you to be able to create breakout rooms in your Teams meetings....
In this article, we’ll review several ways to cut out a shape in Illustrator. This tutorial was written using Adobe Illustrator CC 2020, but these instructions should work no matter which version of Illustrator you have, as long as you’re using vector elements and not a raster image. How to Use a Shape as a Cookie Cutter Imagine you have two shapes on the artboard in Illustrator–a rectangle and a circle....
You can use it to find a destination you know, but if you’re trying to find the address for a place you can see in Google Maps, you can drop a pin on it. This will load up relevant information about the location, as well as help you find directions, see photos, and more. Here’s how to drop a pin in Google Maps on Android, iOS and desktop devices....
Going that route, you can embed a Google Calendar onto your site. It’s also free and easy to use. All you need to get started is a Google account. Get started by logging into your Google account, click on the apps grid next to your profile picture and click on Calendar. Get the Embed Code Open Options by clicking on the three dots adjacent to the calendar you want to embed....
A factory reset is a last resort when your computer is acting up, running slow, or displaying worrying error messages that software can’t resolve. Windows 10 ships with built-in recovery options that you can use to reset your PC with or without deleting all your files. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps you need to factory reset Windows 10 How to Factory Reset Windows 10 We’ll look at four different ways to reset Windows 10 to factory settings:...
In this guide, we’re going to show you the usual suspects behind a bad internet connection and possible solutions that can resolve the problem. What Causes Intermittent Internet Connections An intermittent internet connection is often a result of several issues: Physical or electronic interference from devices such as cordless phones or other electronics large metal objects and electrical equipment like TVs, microwaves or home entertainment electronics.Wireless networks running in your area at the same frequency....
The most common cause of the broken camera functionality is Meet needing permission to access your camera in your web browser. However, there are other reasons, too. Check Your Camera’s Connection With Your Computer When you can’t see your camera’s feed on your machine, ensure you’ve plugged your camera correctly into your computer. A loose or improper connection prevents your computer from transferring the required feed data. You can fix that by disconnecting and reconnecting the camera to your computer....
The option to lock Facebook profiles is only available in a handful of countries at the moment, but it’s possible to adjust your profile settings to get the same level of privacy. Here’s how to lock and unlock your Facebook profile and what happens when you do. Why Lock Your Facebook Profile A profile lock was first introduced on Facebook back in 2020. It’s a privacy feature that allows you to lock your Facebook profile so that most of your content and activity on the Facebook app is visible to your Facebook friends only....
For those new to Minecraft, it may be better to start your journey by purchasing the game and jumping in. This would help you get better acquainted with what the game has to offer. However, if you live a bold life and want it all without training wheels, this article will provide a tutorial on how to make a Minecraft server using the Windows 10 operating system. How To Make a Minecraft Server To properly configure a Minecraft server will require a bit of technical know-how on your part....
There are many different features on Spotify to create the perfect playlist, both on the mobile app and your PC. In this article we’ll cover how to create a playlist from start to finish, as well as how to customize the name, description, and cover photo. You’ll also find explanations of different types of playlists you can create and other features. It won’t be long until you have created an amazing playlist personal to you....
RAR is a compressed file format that allows you to download and transfer large amounts of data from one computer to another. However, you need special software to access the data inside RAR archive files. Here’s everything you need to know about how to open or extract RAR files on Windows or Mac. What’s a RAR File? A RAR file, short for a Roshal Archive Compressed file, is a compressed file that can hold one or more other files or folders inside it....
Zelda games are beloved by millions of people all over the world, but if you want to play them on a PC rather than a console, you’ll have to do a bit of legwork. How to Play the Legend of Zelda on Your PC With the exception of a brief dalliance with the 3DO console in the 90s, all Legend of Zelda games are developed by Nintendo exclusively for their consoles....
The good news is that setting up a theater-quality surround-sound system isn’t really that hard. It doesn’t have to be very expensive, either. Even low-cost surround sound systems, set up correctly, can let you hear distant rain, fast cars driving in front of you, or those horror-movie knocks behind you. This quick guide will walk you through the process of what to buy and how to set up the surround sound system for the best entertainment experience you could want....
However, what you usually can’t do is change the game speed. You may get a stuttering game if you change PC game settings because your frame rate is lower than normal, but that’s somewhat different. No, what we’re talking about is modifying the game speed. You can use this trick to fast forward through slow-paced gameplay or slow down the action. How? When Do You Need to Speed Up or Slow Down Your Game?...
Fast forward to the current day and you can’t even fathom that Twitch wasn’t always a thing. Ever since the transition from Justin.tv, gamers and gaming streamers had finally found a refuge to call their own. This still holds true even with the many changes to the platform made over the years. Twitch has become so big that it is no longer all about gaming. It has also become a haven for artists, budding chefs, and even folks who just want to chat with an audience directly using the “IRL” category....
One of the handy tricks to learn is the different methods you can use to quickly switch between sheets in Excel. We’ll begin with the simple options like doing it manually and then gradually move on to other alternatives for more advanced users. We also created a short video tutorial for our YouTube channel, which you can check out. Keyboard Shortcuts To Switch Between Sheets In Excel So you’ve got an Excel document in front of you with multiple worksheets....
In Gmail, there’s a way to prevent your emails from going through after you hit the Send button. However, to be able to do it you have to have a special undo Send feature turned on in advance. Learn how to unsend your emails in Gmail and you’ll never have to worry about your messages going to the wrong recipient again. Why Unsend Your Emails There can be any number of situations in which you might want to cancel sending an email after you hit Send....
Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as double-clicking an EXE file and watching the magic happen. With a PSP, in order to update the firmware, you have to follow a couple of steps. However, they are fairly simple steps that don’t require much technical know-how. Note that there are three ways to update the firmware on a PSP: using a computer, via network update, and updating using an UMD. I am going to talk about the first method....
If you’re a karaoke fan, here’s everything you need to know about the new karaoke feature on Spotify and how to use it. What’s Spotify Karaoke Mode? Spotify is notorious for coming up with new features that instantly go viral, like Spotify Wrapped. The new Karaoke Mode feature hasn’t appeared on every users’ account worldwide but is already trending. Karaoke Mode is a recent addition to the Spotify features that allows Spotify users to sing along to songs as the lyrics appear on the screen....
