GIFs have picked up support on IM (Instant Messaging) apps, social media, and even presentation software like Google Slides. Here’s how you can add GIFs to Google Slides web and iPad. Add GIFs to Google Slides Web First, we will show you how to add a GIF to Google Slides on the web and then move to Google Slides iPad app. Step 1: Open Google Slides on the web and select a presentation that you want to edit....
With TextExpander (Mac, iOS), just set up a snippet abbreviation, the text, and you’re done. Today we’ll look at how to set up snippet groups, create snippets and sync them with Dropbox. Not only will they be securely backed up, you’ll also be able to sync snippets between different devices running TextExpander. How To Create Groups and Snippets On iOS or Mac app On the iOS app, go to the Groups tab and tap the + in the bottom right corner and give the group a name....
With a site like birthdayFB you can say that all hope is not lost yet. birthdayFB is a neat little Facebook “helper” that automatically posts birthday wishes on the walls of your Facebook friends. So, let’s call birthdayFB a real face-saver and a truer friend. Just like Sean, a loyal reader who sent us this very handy tip. Don’t forget to thank him in the comments. There are quite a few apps of its ilk, but the best thing about birthdayFB is that it does not let your friends know that you are relying on a third-party tool to remember their birthdays....
However, I can bet that most of us miss out on it while opening those websites and then have to go all the way to the history to delete the traces and even clear the cookies and cache. So how about I tell you that there’s a way you can command Chrome or Firefox to open those particular websites directly in incognito or private window. I know… it be wonderful and take will make sure you don’t have to deal with the manual work for one little mistake....
The paranoia is justified and steps must be taken to protect your precious system against the onslaughts of such cyber threats. Lately, there have been too many full-blown cyber attacks in the form of data leaks, security breaches, password managers failing, systems becoming victims of cryptojacking. It’s scary! Many of you must now be thinking “what the hell is cryptojacking”. Let me shed some light on the matter first....
But just in the of chance that your phone doesn’t have a dedicated portrait mode, worry not, we are there to help you. Photo editing tools like Snapseed come with a ton of features and filters. And as you may have guessed, one of Snapseed’s tools lets you achieve almost the perfect bokeh. All you need is a little patience. So, what are we waiting for? Let’s get started....
What Can You Change Alexa’s Name To You have to choose Alexa’s new name to be one of these options. How to Change Alexa’s Name Changing Alexa’s name is a straightforward process. Here’s how you can do it provided you have the Alexa app on your phone. Alexa for Android Alexa for iOS Step 1: Open the Alexa app on your smartphone. Navigate to the More section on the bottom tab....
In this article, we’ll show you how to change the default launcher on your OnePlus device and use a third-party launcher instead. We’ll also provide a few compelling reasons to do it. Further, we’ll point you toward some of our favorite launchers on the Play Store to enhance your Android home screen experience. Let’s get started. Also read: OnePlus Launcher vs. Nova Launcher: Should you switch Why Should You Install a Custom Launcher on Your OnePlus Device Here are a few good reasons why you’d be better off if you change the default launcher on your OnePlus phone....
remember the username and password for your account, you might just be able to log in. That’s because the username and the password are pre-filled in a login form if the browser has them stored. In such a scenario you may be lucky enough to retrieve your password either from your account or from the browser memory. We have discussed that under finding saved passwords in Firefox and Chrome. Now, consider another scenario – say, you are typing a password and you are sure that you are typing it right....
Request the Removal of a Facebook Account After User’s Death To remove someone’s Facebook account after their death, you need to provide Meta with documents that confirm you’re an immediate family member. You also need to provide a scan or photo of their death certificate. Equally important, ensure all the necessary details are visible. The information on the document must match the details of the Facebook account you want to close....
Fire TV Remote App Requirements for Android and iOS For Android: Android OS 4 and above is required For iOS: iOS 10 or above is required. If your smartphone meets the above requirement, move on to the next section to connect your devices. Note: Before starting, ensure your device and Fire TV Stick are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. How to Connect Fire TV Stick to Your Phone In order to use your phone as Fire TV Stick remote, you will first need to set up the Fire TV remote app and pair it with your Fire TV stick....
Photos app lets you copy the edits from one photo to another. That saves your time and taps to avoid repeating the same process. Also, you can use this feature and apply the edits to a batch of photos simultaneously. We’ll guide you through the steps to copy and paste edits in the Photos app on your iPhone. Note: We’ve used an iPhone running iOS 16 Public Beta to take screenshots....
Canva is a free tool available for designing graphics like invitations, posters, images for social media, and more. But, very few people know that Canva even lets you design logos on its website. Here’s how you can create a logo using Canva on your iPhone or Android smartphone, and PC. Create a Logo Using Canva on a Desktop To create a logo with Canva on the desktop, follow these steps....
Now, sometimes you don’t want your username to be automatically entered on a webpage anymore. Usually, you would have to delete all of the cookies stored by your browser, but then what about the ones you want to keep? It is helpful to be able to get rid of cookies that say, save your Facebook username, if you are lending your computer to your jealous ex or, god forbid, your Mom....
Whatever the reason, it is important to note that once you initiate the deletion process, after the grace period of 14-15 days, you cannot recover your BeReal account again. So, it’s crucial to weigh the pros and cons and make an informed choice. Let’s get into the things you must know before deleting the BeReal account. Things to Know Before Deleting BeReal Account Before deleting your BeReal account, there are some key things to consider....
The dark mode is almost on every app and is one of the most in-demand features of 2019. You’ll find it on Windows 10, macOS, iOS as well as iPadOS, Android Q, web browsers like Firefox and Chrome, plus many popular apps such as Messenger, Gmail, Twitter, and more. The options to disable the dark mode are also present alongside that. If you use your smartphone at night, it’s probably a preferred option for you compared to working with a bright screen that puts more strain on your eyes....
For instance, Google allows you to trigger the Assistant even when your phone is locked using something called voice match. Google Assistant is capable of identifying your voice. It pops up whenever you say ‘OK Google’ or ‘Hey Google’, even when you have protected your phone with a passcode. That could get a bit frustrating if you have multiple Google Assistant-powered devices and your phone’s screen lights up while you’re addressing a different device....
But as I have now grown to realize, after using the watch for around six months, you can become bored of these stored songs pretty soon. And in the long run, you are bound to come across this scenario sooner than later. Of course, the situation is the same for apps as well. Whether it’s our habit of being disloyal to apps or we are scared of our devices running out of storage, uninstalling or removing apps is part and parcel of our lives....
While Microsoft Word has many features that aid in word processing, some may find these features overstimulating. In light of this, Microsoft introduced a feature called Focus Mode to reduce the distractions caused by Word’s several features. Here’s all you need to know about Focus Mode and how to enable and disable it on your Microsoft Word app. What Is Focus Mode in Microsoft Word Focus Mode is a feature in Microsoft Word that hides the Ribbon and Taskbar on your document....
But how do you enable it? If you were hunting around the app looking for that toggle or switch to turn on dark mode, then you won’t find any. There’s a reason as to why. OneDrive’s dark mode integrates with the native dark mode functionality present in iOS 13. So you must enable it on the system level to enjoy dark mode in OneDrive. Let’s see how you can do that, and then go through a few other additions and changes in OneDrive....
