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Normally, users capture a screenshot from the browser, find the picture from the File Manager or Finder (Mac) and annotate using a third-party app like Photoscape X. The whole process can be time-consuming for some and here is where Microsoft’s thoughtful add-on comes. Where Is Web Capture Tool in Microsoft Edge Microsoft has integrated the Web Capture tool right beside the extensions menu in the Edge browser. Check the screenshot for reference....

While making changes to Registry is quite simple, things can sometimes go horribly wrong. The slightest mistake can render the entire database inaccessible. Or worse, your computer might even fail to boot. This post will discuss the steps involved in backing and restoring Registry on Windows 11. So, let’s start. How to Backup Registry Files on Windows 11 There are a couple of ways you take a backup of the Registry....

While it’s pretty straightforward to block unknown numbers that message you upfront, you might even want to block numbers that haven’t texted you. If you’re tired of receiving WhatsApp messages from unknown numbers, follow along. Block WhatsApp Numbers Saved in Contacts Before we tell you how to block WhatsApp messages from unknown numbers, you might also want to know how to block WhatsApp contacts. It’s simple, but for those unaware, here’s how it’s done....

While the debate on whether screen time is good or not continues, it’s possible to manage and monitor how much time is spent on your device. Perhaps you want to see the time you spend on particular apps, especially those that distract you from completing your to-do list, and you end up in a rabbit hole having done nothing all day. If you’re a parent or have children living with you, and you want to see how much time they spend watching stuff or playing games, you can get this information by viewing the screen time....

SmartClose is a nifty tool that closes all the programs and takes a snapshot of them while doing it, so that you can restore all of them anytime. It can also be useful when you install a new program on your computer and it asks for system restart. There are various options present in the settings panel. There are a total of four tabs. Select the appropriate options. How to close all programs while creating a system snapshot Download and install SmartClose on your computer....

But, there are a lot of apps that masquerade around as being free, while you do in fact need to pay to access even the most basic of functionalities. Unfortunately, getting rid of these isn’t as easy as removing a Chrome extension. Apps connected to Google Drive takes some effort to get rid of, especially since some of them are integrated into Chrome as well. In addition, there are various permissions granted to these apps, so you also need to double-check for any lingering access issues on your Google Account....

external hard drive . For me, Macs have been far more reliable than any other computer I had in the past but still, you never know when it might stop working (it’s nothing but a machine in the end) or worse, get lost or stolen. Now, while they might be the same in concept, not all backups are created equal. There are simple “data” backups like the ones you can create using Apple’s own Time Machine....

Other messengers like WhatsApp and Telegram have had this feature for a long time and as usual, Apple is late to the party. But we’re not complaining. Apple nails a long-awaited feature all the time and it makes the wait worth it. Fortunately, the story is the same with stickers on iMessage and you’ll know why once you read this article. Note: You must have an iPhone running on iOS 17 to use this feature....

If you haven’t upgraded to the Canva Pro, we have a nifty trick up our sleeves. Using this trick, you can create eye-catching custom templates in no time, whether it’s a YouTube thumbnail, Instagram Story (see best Instagram Story tips and tricks) or Post, or a simple birthday invitation. No kidding. So, let’s see how to create editable templates on Canva. How to Create Editable Templates on Canva As you may already know, templates come in handy when most of your Instagram stories, posts, thumbnails, or feature images have the same content or structure....

If you have a Samsung Galaxy smartphone, One UI offers a plethora of built-in customization options that can help you change the look of the software on your device. One of those features is the ability to change and customize the navigation bar and gestures on the smartphone. If you too want to change the look and the placement of buttons on the navigation bar of your Samsung Galaxy smartphone, here’s how to do it....

The good thing is you can customize it from within the Galaxy Wearable app, or you can download a third-party watch face app to add a different twist. And since Samsung has shifted from the Tizen OS to WearOS, the app layout and the phone layout are different. Nevertheless, its heart is at the same place, and you can instantly make the needed changes. Now that we have it settled, here’s how you can customize watch faces on your Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 smartwatch....

While seeing ads inside a third-party app or a browser makes sense, seeing ads in the Start Menu or the File Explorer is disturbing and distracting. Are you curious about the possible methods to remove ads and suggestions in Windows 11? Let’s begin. 1. Disable Lock Screen Ads When you power on your Windows 11 PC, it greets you with multiple recommendations on the Lock Screen. The suggestion tiles completely ruin the look of the lock screen wallpaper you spend hours perfecting....

Let’s go ahead and try it out: Step 1: On your PS3’s XMB, head to the Network main menu and scroll down until you reach the Internet Search option. Once you reach it, select it. Important Note: It is far easier to use the Search option right away instead of the Web Browser, since sometimes the Sony Playstation home page will not render well and will leave you stuck in the browser until you change some of the browser’s settings....

Not just that, we will also demonstrate how you set up an account, install and uninstall a game, and learn how to play free games on Steam. For better performance, check out these top ways to improve gaming performance before downloading Steam on Windows 11. Note: Steam is available for almost all platforms and is compatible with Windows 11. In this article, we will guide you through the steps for Windows 11, but if you are on Windows 10, the steps will likely remain the same....

Do you have many AVI video files mixed in with PNG images all listed in your Documents folder? This hectic mess needs to be and should be organized pronto. How will you find your images if they’re stashed away with documents or videos? We’ve described an easy way to extract file types from a folder and place them in their proper place on the computer. After reading this article you’ll be able to move all your documents/videos/images/downloads/etc....

As you type on the Microsoft Word document, Word uses AutoCorrect feature to fix the typos instead of highlighting them. Here’s how to edit your AutoCorrect settings on Microsoft Word. How to Enable or Disable AutoCorrect on Microsoft Word By default, AutoCorrect feature relies on the library of the words from the language you’ve chosen to use in the Word document. That said, you can enable or disable the feature....

So, why is this feature not enabled by default? The reason is that to use it, we need to authorize Apple to use some of our personal data (like with Siri) so that we can get more accurate results every time. Note: Also, just like with Siri, you need internet access to use the Dictation feature on your Mac. To enable dictation on your Mac, follow these steps: Step 1: Open the System Preferences panel and click on the Dictation & Speech icon....

unauthorized access . There are some who use third-party Android app to lock specific apps like Messaging, Gallery , etc. to secure additional data. Few months back, I also discussed how you can encrypt certain files on Android and secure them from intruders. Today I am going to show you an amazing way using which you can encrypt your Android phone completely (almost) using the Android’s inbuilt feature. The ‘(almost)’ was because it does not encrypt the SD card which is where most of our data could be....

Today we’ll tell you how (and why) to use a stronger AES encryption standard, how to set a password that’s almost impossible to crack, and which software to use to create encrypted zip files. AES vs Zip 2.0 AES is the hot new encryption standard. It’s already the industry standard. If you’re dealing with encryption, you’ve got to use AES. It comes in two flavors, 128 bit and 256 bit....

But what about exporting these diagrams? To be more precise. How do you export Lucidchart diagrams to Microsoft Word and Excel? Well, it’s not difficult at all. Lucidchart lets you save your documents as PNG, JPEG, or SVG files. And the good thing is that both Word and Excel makes it incredibly easy to these types of files. Let’s see how to get it done. Importing Lucidchart Diagrams: As Image Files Step 1: After completing your diagram, click on File > Download As and select one of the options – PNG, JPEG or SVG....