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Tutorials and how to guides about using gadgets, hardware, and software. Our tutorials cover all major operating systems: Windows, Android, iOS and others.

tutorial Connect a Bluetooth mouse or keyboard & other devices to Windows

Connect a Bluetooth mouse or keyboard & other devices to Windows

Do you have a laptop, a tablet, or a 2-in-1 device with Windows 10 or Windows 11? Do you need to connect Bluetooth devices and accessories, like a mouse, a keyboard, an external speaker, or a headset? If you do, this tutorial details all the steps you need to go through to make successful Bluetooth connections in both Windows 10 and Windows 11:
tutorial How to print an image or poster on multiple pages

How to print an image or poster on multiple pages

Have you ever needed to print a large image, but your printer can only use standard A4, US Letter, or A3 paper sizes? If you want to print a large poster or a large map, and you can’t find or afford a specialized shop that prints it for you at the required dimensions, you can use your home printer to print that image on
tutorial How to change the Subnet Mask in Windows (5 ways)

How to change the Subnet Mask in Windows (5 ways)

Subnet masks are used to split IP addresses into two different parts: one of them tells you the computer or device’s address, while the other tells you the network to which it belongs. In other words, subnet masks are used to divide networks into subnetworks, so that any data transmitted over a network can reach its destination correctly. Are you wondering how to change
tutorial How to print from a Windows computer (Ctrl + P)

How to print from a Windows computer (Ctrl + P)

Do you need to know how to print on Windows 10 or Windows 11 from any app you might be using? Although printing is not as easy as it should be, it is not overly complicated either. It all depends on your Windows version and the app you want to print from. In most situations, you can print by going to File > Print
tutorial Windows 11 Media Creation Tool: Create a setup USB stick or ISO file

Windows 11 Media Creation Tool: Create a setup USB stick or ISO file

Do you want to install Windows 11 2022 Update (version 22H2)? Unless you intend to upgrade from Windows 10 using Windows Update or the Windows 11 Installation Assistant, you’ll need to download an ISO file with the setup files and then write it on a Windows 11 DVD, or create a USB flash drive. This brings up the question: “Is there a Windows 11
tutorial Check times in different countries with the Windows Clock app

Check times in different countries with the Windows Clock app

Whether it’s friends, family, or even coworkers, many of us keep in touch with people who live in completely different time zones. As such, there are times when you find yourself wondering about the time in another country before reaching out. Luckily, the Clock app, present in both Windows 10 and Windows 11, comes with a World clock tab, where you can check the
tutorial How to print to PDF on Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to print to PDF on Windows 10 and Windows 11

PDF files are excellent containers for web pages, documents and images, and other things. And you may have worked on a document that you don’t want others to change, so you want to print it directly as a PDF file, and only then share it with others. Or you may have found some interesting information online, and you want to print it as a
tutorial How to reinstall all the Windows default apps with PowerShell

How to reinstall all the Windows default apps with PowerShell

Some people do not like the universal apps installed by default In Windows 10 or Windows 11 and want to get rid of them. They can manually uninstall most of them using the Settings app or PowerShell. Apps like Calendar, Mail, Camera, Photos, or Candy Crush Soda Saga can be gone from a Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer in no time. So how
tutorial How to use WPS in Windows 11 to connect to Wi-Fi networks

How to use WPS in Windows 11 to connect to Wi-Fi networks

If you have a Windows 11 PC, you can use WPS to connect to a Wi-Fi network without knowing its password. As long as the router supports the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) standard and it’s enabled on it, you can connect by simply pushing a button on the router. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how to use WPS in Windows 11: NOTE: Before
tutorial How to uninstall Windows apps with PowerShell

How to uninstall Windows apps with PowerShell

Both Windows 11 and Windows 10 come with quite a few pre-installed universal apps, such as Calendar, Mail, Camera, or Photos. While some people like them and find them useful, others don’t. If you don't want some of these bundled apps on your Windows computer, you might wonder if they can be removed from your system. While a few of the built-in apps can
tutorial How to install Microsoft Office on Android and iPhone

How to install Microsoft Office on Android and iPhone

When discussing productivity and office software suites, Microsoft Office is the unquestionable market leader in the Windows ecosystem. There are, of course, many great free alternatives, but the Microsoft Office package is by far the most popular and feature-rich. A lighter but still great version is available for Android devices, making sure you get to see the same document contents and also create, edit,
tutorial How to add or remove Windows features or components

How to add or remove Windows features or components

Both Windows 11 and Windows 10 come with predefined sets of features and components. You can customize Windows by removing the features you’re not using and by adding the ones you need but aren’t installed by default. Moreover, if you remove unwanted components, you can theoretically save a bit of space on your hard drive. This tutorial teaches you how to add and remove
tutorial How to download Microsoft Office on a Windows PC (3 ways)

How to download Microsoft Office on a Windows PC (3 ways)

Microsoft Office is such a popular office suite that, in 2022, there are about 345 million paid licenses for Microsoft 365 (formerly known as Office 365). If you’re one of the subscribers to Microsoft 365, you’ll probably want to download and install Office as soon as possible. Even if you’re not a subscriber, you might want to download Microsoft Office for free and use
tutorial What’s an XPS file, and how to use XPS Viewer in Windows?

What’s an XPS file, and how to use XPS Viewer in Windows?

XPS files or XML Paper Specification files are Microsoft's direct competitor to Adobe's PDF format. XPS Viewer is a tool used to view XPS files, similar to Adobe Reader. While XPS might not be as popular as PDF, some Windows users still work with it. For those who use it or want to try it out, we’ll show you the main qualities of the
tutorial How to use your Windows PC as a wireless display

How to use your Windows PC as a wireless display

Windows 11 and Windows 10 are two operating systems that include a special feature called “Wireless Display.” It can enhance your experience in a good way by allowing you to transform your computer or laptop into a secondary screen. Once this feature is installed and configured, you can project the screen of another Windows computer or even an Android device to your Windows PC.
article 3 free antivirus rescue disks for Windows PCs (2022)

3 free antivirus rescue disks for Windows PCs (2022)

All computer viruses are bad, but some are nastier than others. When an evil one infects your system and takes control of your PC, you might find yourself “in prison”: you can’t use your infected computer for anything, including removing the viruses from it. When something like this happens, a way to get out and escape from the virus’ hands is to create an
tutorial How do I add a clock to my Start Menu in Windows 10 and Windows 11?

How do I add a clock to my Start Menu in Windows 10 and Windows 11?

The Windows Clock app has a feature called World clock, that lets you check at a glance the time for different cities around the world. But if you need the time for certain locations fairly often, it can get annoying to open the app every time. Luckily, the same app offers a solution: you can conveniently pin the time for any city that interests