Tired of accidentally rewinding your favorite show or struggling to navigate Hulu’s minimalist interface? Use these handy hotkeys to control playback and find the content you want without hassle or delay. These hotkeys work on any operating system with a keyboard, including Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome OS. They work on both the Hulu.com website and in the Hulu app. Unfortunately, Hulu won’t allow you to customize these hotkeys....
We’ll compare mice later in this review, but what you need to know about the MX Master 3S off the bat is that it has subtle refinements compared to its predecessors. The size and shape are (as far as I can tell) identical to previous models, but Logitech has added features like Quiet Click and an 8,000 DPI sensor that aim to improve the mouse’s user experience. Tried and True Design Looking around the MX Master 3S, you’ll find that this is no travel mouse....
Throughout the 1990s, Microsoft developers were in a race of one-upmanship to produce the most elaborate secret “Easter eggs.” These included games of pinball, racing, and even flight simulators, all hidden within Office and Windows. Let’s take a look back at some of the best. What Are “Easter Eggs”? “Easter eggs” are developer credits, silly features, or inside jokes hidden in software. Because you can only access these through a series of arcane steps resembling an Easter egg hunt, that’s how they got their name....
Nearly everyone is a member of at least one social network these days. Whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, or even Google, there’s one thing that’s prevalent across all of them: Stories. Why did this happen? Social networks typically have their own unique purposes. Facebook is good for staying in touch with family and friends, Twitter is great for sharing short thoughts, and Instagram is excellent for posting photos. Despite their differences, all of these platforms have “Stories” that ultimately work in the same way....
If you live in an older house that had a lot of different residents move in and out over the years, there’s no doubt that the place has a lot of “character”, but one mystery that has been stumping me for some time now are these gross brown spots and streaks on my bathroom walls. RELATED: Seven Low-Cost Home Improvements That Make a Huge Difference And no, I’m not talking about fecal matter, although this room of the house would be the proper place for it....
While holding one of the larger iPhone models, it can be difficult to reach the upper portion of the screen with one hand. Luckily, Apple created a feature called “Reachability” that virtually lowers the upper portion of the screen so you can reach it. It works on iPhone 6 and up. Here’s how to use it. What Is Reachability Mode? Beginning with the iPhone 6 Plus in 2014, Apple began releasing iPhone models that were significantly larger than ever before....
It’s happened to all of us at some point. Your Wi-Fi signal is strong, but there’s no internet connectivity. That’s because Wi-Fi and the internet are two different things, and understanding the difference can help you troubleshoot future network problems. How Is Wi-Fi Different from the Internet? Wi-Fi is a registered trade name for a group of technologies that allow a device, such as a computer, smartphone, or game console, to wirelessly connect to a local area network (LAN) using a radio link....
Security Updates 101 The operating systems and applications you use every day almost certainly have security flaws in them. Writing software is complicated, and these flaws are regularly being found. When they are, they’re patched with security updates. If you regularly install updates—many modern applications do this automatically—you’ll get the security update and you’re safe from that avenue of attack. If you don’t install the updates, there’s now a known attack that can be used against you....
Now that you’ve setup the template for your document in Lesson 1, and the first draft of your document has been written, it’s editing time. If you have multiple people collaborating on the document, you can use the Track Changes feature in Word to know what changes were made and who made them. When you change a document with “Track Changes” turned on, every change you make to the document displays as a colored markup, each reviewer being assigned a different color....
Why Disable Your Cameras When You’re Home? Perhaps you hadn’t given much thought to whether your smart security cameras are on or off when you’re home. Part of the allure of smart home gear and the plethora of easy-to-configure security cameras on the market, after all, is that you do your research to pick the right camera and then just plug it in and forget about it. But every so often in the news, a story crops up about security cameras that are unsecured, compromised by out-of-date firmware, or otherwise accessible in a way they shouldn’t be....
What’s Changing: No More Free Unlimited Storage Google Photos only offered unlimited free storage for photos and videos backed up in “High Quality,” which it defines as 16 megapixels for photos and 1080p resolution videos. If you chose to upload photos and videos in High Quality (instead of Original Quality), Google would let you upload an unlimited number of them. Starting June 1, 2021, Google Photos is losing its free unlimited storage for “High Quality” photos and videos....
Physical books are heavy, there’s no getting around that. In fact, many books weigh more than a Kindle Paperwhite by themselves. Of course, you can carry more books with you on a Kindle than you could in a backpack. But how many more is it? And what would it weigh? RELATED: Why I Prefer an eReader to a Real Book How Big Is an eBook? The first question we have to ask is how big is an eBook?...
Watching movies and playing games on a projector are great. Once you get used to the giant display, it’s much harder to watch on even the largest TVs. But before you buy a projector, you’ll need to make sure you have the space for it. The projector itself won’t need too much leeway, but you’ll need to make sure you have enough room between it and your screen to get to your desired screen size....
Apple’s AirDrop is a handy way to transfer files between Macs, iPhones, and iPads. By default, it usually sits in the Favorites sidebar in Finder on macOS, but it can easily be removed by dragging it away. Luckily, it’s easy to add it to Favorites again if you accidentally misplaced it. First, click the desktop to bring Finder into focus. Click “Finder” in the menu bar, and then select “Preferences” from the menu....
There are two ways to disable this window shadow. You can do it on a per-screenshot basis using a special keyboard shortcut, or you can use a Terminal command to disable shadows on all window screenshots going forward. Disable Window Shadow in Screenshots Using a Keyboard Shortcut If you want to remove the window shadow from a particular screenshot, you can use a different shortcut variation when taking a screenshot....
Nearby Share is Android’s version of Apple’s AirDrop. It’s a universal method for sharing links, photos, and files between devices. Here’s how to control who can see and send things to your device. Nearby Share is compatible with all Android 6.0+ devices, starting with Google Pixel and Samsung devices. Be sure to read our guide on setting up and using Nearby Share before diving into the device visibility controls, though....
First of all, what does it mean to have a “certified” Android phone or tablet? Google has a list of requirements that must be met in order for a device to pass a compatibility test. Manufacturers submit devices, and if they pass the test, they are certified. This compatibility test is meant to ensure consistency across Android phones and tablets. These devices get access to the Google Play Store and Google Play Protect, which is a safety check for any apps and games you have....
What Are Multireddits? At first glance, the front page of Reddit can be a little bit overwhelming to scroll through—especially if you’re part of a lot of random subreddits. For example, you might be seeing important breaking news in between memes and funny pictures of cats, which may not be the ideal reading experience. It’s also hard to filter down the types of posts you want to see unless you go to a specific subreddit....
What You’ll Need Before you get started, make sure your Switch is updated to system 11.0.0 or later. Updating is easy from the Switch’s Settings app. Just select “System” in the sidebar, and then choose “System Update.” RELATED: How to Update Your Nintendo Switch You’ll also need a compatible USB-C cable that’s fully wired to send data, not just charge. Also, note that this technique won’t work through the Switch dock....
Minecraft is a game that begs for creative play and customization of elements big and small. Leave no detail unattended to by following along with our simple tutorial to customize the yellow splash screen text found on the game’s main menu with whatever quotes, quips, or information you desire. Why Customize The Splash Text? You’re in the body of the article at this point which means you have more than just a passing interest in tinkering with Minecraft....
