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Your handy productivity toolbox – Computerworld
First, it must be enabled (it’s off by default). Then a shared key must be generated and used to get the devices talking to each other, after which a layout can be arranged. There are all kinds of controls that come into play: a dozen for behavior, five keyboard shortcuts, and a smattering of advanced settings and troubleshooting tools. Figure…
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20 handy hidden tricks for Google Calendar on Android – Computerworld
Add an event into your calendar without any fuss by tap, tap, tapping. JR Raphael, IDG Also worth noting: The same tricks we went over a second ago for sliding around or extending your event’s time will work in this context, too, once you’ve brought that box into focus. Google Calendar Android trick #11: The double-tap dance In addition to…
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5 handy hidden tricks for Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold (and Pixel Tablet, too!) – Computerworld
And that placement comes with an interesting advantage: You can tell your Pixel Fold or Tablet to recognize your fingerprint on the button anytime, even when the screen is off, and unlock instantly without first requiring a forceful press to turn the screen on. It sounds like a small thing, I know, but it really does make a monumental difference…
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Almighty Gives You 50 Handy Mac Utilities in One Super-App
One of the biggest reasons to use a Mac is the sheer number of high-quality indie apps for them. My colleagues and I have written about many of them, including tools to help you take better screenshots, improve your screen recordings, and even some totally wacky apps that bring a smile to your face. I love discovering such apps and…
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I tried this $23 garden tool to rid my patio of weeds — and it’s super handy
I’m not very good at relaxing in my yard if I can see weeds spurting up from everywhere. While I use a specific tool to rid my lawn of dandelions, it’s unsuitable for other hard-to-reach weeds trapped between patio slabs and pathways. And while I understand that as a gardener, you have to take the rough with the smooth and…
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8 Handy Registry Editor Tweaks You Can Try
Tweaking the Registry Editor can be risky, which is why many Windows users find it intimidating. Though it can be tricky, it’s a powerful tool that lets you customize and optimize your operating system in ways that wouldn’t be possible otherwise. Here are a few tweaks worth knowing about. Disable the Lock Screen When you start your computer or wake…
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