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How to add the Developer tab to the Microsoft Office Ribbon
The Developer tab in Microsoft Office unlocks a bunch of cool features. Here's how to enable it.
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How to block (and unblock) someone in Gmail
Need to block another Gmail user? Here's how to do it.
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How to enable dark mode in Microsoft Office
Do you spend hours and hours looking at Microsoft Office? If so, you may want to enable dark mode, as it helps with eye strain and tension headaches. Here's how to do it.
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How to download an e-mail from Gmail
Need to download an e-mail for safekeeping? We'll guide you every step of the way.
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How to download your Twitter data
Want a backup copy of your Twitter data—tweets, follower info, and all? Requesting an archive is a quick five-minute process.
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How to delete your Twitter account
Twitter's process for account deletion is simple and fast—and also leaves you an escape route in case you have second thoughts.
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How (and why) to use your browser's beta versions
Be a beta browser user. You'll get new features faster, with little risk.
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How to do a hanging indent in Google Docs
Ever wonder how to do a hanging indent? We're here to help you with this easy step-by-step guide.
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How to check your word count in Google Docs
Need to know how many words are in your Google Doc? We're here to help.
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How to remove your browser's auto-fill data
Overwhelmed by form auto-fill options in your web browser? Here's how to clear the clutter in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari.
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How to insert a text box in Google Docs
An easy step-by-step guide to help you insert a text box in Google Docs.
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How to change margins in Google Docs
Can't figure out a way to change the margins on your Google Docs? We're here to help.
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How to bypass Google and search your favorite sites directly
Here's the fastest way to search directly on sites like Amazon, Wikipedia, and YouTube.
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How to use Clipchamp, Microsoft's sleeper-hit video editor
Clipchamp is hands-down one of Microsoft's best creative tools. Read on to learn how to use this fun, free video editor that you can download from the Microsoft Store right now.
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Vertical tabs in Firefox: Yes, it's really possible!
Vertical tabs will change the way you browse the web. Here's how to properly set them up in Firefox, with horizontal tabs hidden.
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How to clean up your Gmail inbox by quickly deleting old email
Here's a way to clean up your inbox within Gmail, first by deleting unwanted emails using Google's built-in filters, then using search commands to find specific email to delete.
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How to install Bash on Windows 11
You can have Linux's Bash shell running in Windows 11 in mere minutes. Here's how.
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How to use Internet Explorer Mode in Microsoft Edge
Need to access an older site that's no longer supported by modern browsers? Don't sweat it. Microsoft Edge has an Internet Explorer Mode.
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iDrive quietly made a great local backup tool, and it's free
iDrive's free Windows and Mac apps can automatically back up your data to external hard drives.
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