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How to Zip (and Unzip) Files Using PowerShell
The ZIP file format reduces the size of files by compressing them into a single file. This process saves disk space, encrypts data, and makes it easy to share files with others. Here’s how to zip and unzip files using PowerShell. → Read More
How to Disable the Insert Key in Windows 10
When you inadvertently press Insert on your keyboard, it toggles to Overtype mode. This means anything you type next will overwrite the text that follows the cursor. Fortunately, you can disable this annoying key in Windows 10. → Read More
6 Ways to Rename Files and Folders in Windows 10
You can rename files on Windows 10 in many ways. If you’re still right-clicking and selecting “Rename” every time you want to change a file’s name, we’ve got some tips to make it faster. → Read More
How to Change Your Mouse Cursor Theme on Windows 10
Windows 10 lets you personalize the mouse cursor beyond changing the color and size or making it easier to see. You can customize the pointer theme or even download and install cursor schemes, just as you could on previous versions of Windows. → Read More
9 Ways to Open PowerShell in Windows 10
PowerShell is a more powerful command-line shell and scripting language than Command Prompt. Since the release of Windows 10, it’s become the default choice, and there are many ways you can open it. → Read More
How to Clear Storage and Site Data for a Single Site on Google Chrome
Deleting site data, such as cache and cookies, is helpful for when a site is misbehaving. However, removing all site data in Google Chrome will sign you out of every website. Here’s how to delete data from a single site. → Read More
How to Open the Registry Editor on Windows 10
Windows and a lot of third-party applications store their settings in the registry. There are many options (particularly, those for Windows itself) that you can only change in the registry. Let’s open the Registry Editor so you can edit these! → Read More
How to Compare Documents in Google Docs
You can already see what’s changed in a file by reviewing the revision history in a Google Docs file, but now you can also do the same to two separate documents. Here’s how to use the Compare Documents tool. → Read More
How to Customize Microsoft Edge’s New Tab Page
The latest Microsoft Edge browser is based on Google Chrome’s Chromium software. Both browsers share many features, including the ability to customize the New Tab page that displays when you first launch the browser. Here’s how to customize the page. → Read More
How to Delete Your Facebook Account
Facebook has long been known to take, store, and sell your data and continuously make you re-evaluate how the social network handles your privacy. Whether you want to take a small break or delete your Facebook account completely, here’s how. → Read More
How to Use the Google Drive Progressive Web App
With Google moving from Chrome apps, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) seem to be rapidly replacing them. YouTube Music, Google Maps, and Google Photos have all joined the ranks, and now Google Drive is on the list as well. → Read More
How to Print a Specific Selection of Cells in Google Sheets
By default, when you print in Google Sheets, all data in the spreadsheet is used. Should you only want to print a specific set of cells, there’s a simple method to specify selected cells. Here’s how. → Read More
How to Change the Owner of a File in Google Drive
By default, you’re the owner of any file you upload or create on Google Drive. However, if you want to transfer ownership of a file to someone else, it’s an easy process. Here’s how. → Read More
How to Enter Zero Before a Number in Google Sheets
When entering numbers into Google Sheets, leading zeros are removed by default. This can be problematic for ZIP codes, phone numbers, and IDs that you type into a cell. Here’s how you can keep leading zeros. → Read More
How to Create a Checklist in Google Docs or Slides
Create surveys or to-do lists inside of your Google Docs or Slides file with checklists. With this easy workaround, you’ll be able to insert a simple checklist into your document for others to fill out. Here’s how. → Read More
How to Wrap Text in Cells in Google Sheets
When you type text in a cell, Google Sheets automatically hides anything that extends beyond the size of the cell. If you don’t want to double-click a cell to see its contents, here’s how to use the wrap text feature. → Read More
How to Create a Google Sheets Template
If you find yourself creating the same spreadsheet outline over and over again in Google Sheets, you can save yourself massive amounts of time if you create a template. We’ll walk you through the process step-by-step. → Read More
How to Build Instant Charts with Google Sheets’ Explore Feature
The Explore feature in Google Sheets helps you gain insight from the data in your spreadsheets with the power of machine learning. Explore automatically analyzes everything in Sheets to make visualizing data easier. → Read More
How to Divide Numbers in Google Sheets
Whether you need to divide static integers or data from two cells or the entire contents of two columns, Google Sheets provides a couple of methods to help you calculate the quotient. Here’s how. → Read More
How to Make Chrome Your Default Browser
With a market share of over 65% across mobile and desktop, Google Chrome is the most installed web browser used today. Here’s how you can make Chrome your device’s default browser whether it’s a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer. → Read More