Your smartphone is your life — or at least holds a sizable chunk of it. If anyone gains access to it, they’ll be able to cause all sorts of damage to your personal life. This is why we try so hard to secure our gadgets. However, it’s not always easy to do when you share access with family or friends. For instance, allowing someone to play an app game on your tablet or smartphone....

If you have decided to cancel your Netflix subscription, you’re not alone! Do you find yourself scrolling through Netflix’s library of movies and shows but never actually watching anything? Are the monthly subscription fees no longer worth it, or do you just want to see what else is out there? Whether it’s a financial decision or simply binging too much content already, there can be many reasons why abandoning your account may make sense....

Up through Windows 8, the Recycle Bin is just what it is—a container for your deleted files. However, in Microsoft Windows 11 and 10 , you can force the Recycle Bin to behave in several new and valuable ways. You can change the Recycle Bin’s maximum size, set it to automatically clean itself after a number of days, or bypass the Recycle Bin while discarding files. This tutorial will explain how to perform these three actions on any Windows 11 or 10 machine....

If you want to change Windows desktop icons, the good news is that it’s easy. In a few simple steps, you can change icons for the Recycle Bin, This PC, and others. We’ll also show you how to change the desktop icon size. How to Change Desktop Icons in Windows To change your desktop icons, here’s what you need to do: Go to Settings on your computer (you can do this by typing it into the Search bar....

Do you dislike your Chromebook’s default wallpaper? We’ll show you several ways to customize your wallpaper and set your Chromebook to display screensavers when idle. Note: You might be unable to change wallpaper settings or use custom wallpapers on a work or school Chromebook. Contact your work or school administrator if you can’t change your Chromebook’s wallpaper. How to Change Your Chromebook’s Wallpaper Follow the steps below to change or customize your Chromebook’s wallpaper through the “Wallpaper & style” app....

If you need to connect your MacBook to a television, you have several options. Most of them are quick and easy, although in some cases, you may have to do a little extra legwork. It does depend on the type of MacBook you have, the television, and sometimes devices connected to the TV. We’ll walk you through the key things you need to know and the most effective methods to get your MacBook on the big screen....

AirPods work on Apple and non-Apple devices. You can connect and use AirPods on Windows devices just like regular Bluetooth headphones. This tutorial shows you how to connect AirPods to your Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface laptop. Connect AirPods to Your Microsoft Surface Press Windows + I to open the Windows Settings app. Select Bluetooth & devices on the sidebar, toggle on Bluetooth , and then select Add device . Note: If your Surface runs Windows 10, head to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices , turn on Bluetooth , and select Add Bluetooth or other device ....

Apple AirPods are a great way to enjoy a high-quality audio experience on your various devices. A good thing about these earbuds is that you can use these with many of your devices, including Roku. If you use Roku for streaming, you can connect your AirPods to your Roku device. Then, Roku will route the audio to your AirPods. But you can’t directly connect your AirPods to Roku. Instead, you’ll have to use the Roku mobile app as a medium to access Roku’s audio on your AirPods....

Spotify is the service that pushed music streaming into the mainstream, offering instant access to millions of songs and artists. Buying and downloading music is a thing of the past with Spotify, replacing music ownership with a monthly fee for unlimited access, with plenty of built-in options to share your music taste with others. If you’re a Discord user, you can connect Spotify to Discord, letting you share your music habits with your friends as you play games and chat on your own Discord server ....

Microsoft Excel enables users to automate features and commands using macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) scripting. VBA is the programming language Excel uses to create macros. It will also execute automated commands based on specific conditions. Macros are a series of pre-recorded commands. They run automatically when a specific command is given. If you have tasks in Microsoft Excel that you repeatedly do, such as accounting, project management, or payroll, automating these processes can save a lot of time....

One of the most popular types of videos people watch on YouTube are gaming videos. If you’re a fan of this type of content, you might be thinking about what it would take to create your own gaming YouTube videos. You’ll find that, if you truly have an interest in gaming, it doesn’t take much to put this kind of content out there. Having a computer and your favorite games is all you really need to make a basic gaming video....

iTunes is available for Windows and macOS computers only. There’s no official iTunes app for Chromebooks . However, there’s a way to install and run iTunes (for Windows) in the Chrome operating system. This tutorial covers everything you need to know about sideloading iTunes on Chromebooks. All you need is your Chromebook and an internet connection. Installing iTunes on Chromebooks: What You Should Know The 64-bit version of iTunes (for Windows) doesn’t work on Chromebooks....

Entering the BIOS on your Windows 11 system may sound like a task best left to seasoned tech gurus, but the truth is that it’s an accessible process that anyone can undertake. BIOS, or Basic Input/Output System, is a crucial component of your computer, acting as the bridge between your hardware and software. Windows 11, like its predecessors, has designed a straightforward process to access the BIOS, enabling users to troubleshoot and fine-tune their computer settings at a deeper level....

Android’s “There was a problem parsing the package” usually appears when you try to install an app via a faulty APK file . The error tells you that there was an issue parsing the app package, which means the package (the APK) is problematic. If you need to use the app that you’re trying to install via APK, you might want to find a solution to your issue. Here are a few fixes you can try for yourself....

If you’ve started up your Windows PC and you’re faced with a “no bootable device” error, you might panic. While it could be a sign that your hard drive has failed, it could also point to a misconfigured boot order or corrupt system files, which can be fixed using certain Windows system commands like the System File Checker (SFC). A “no bootable device” error can be problematic, but it can also be fixed by following some common troubleshooting steps....

Having trouble using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) or finding your ADB-enabled Android device on your Windows 11 PC? If so, your ADB path may not be correctly configured, or your computer may have another problem. We’ll show you a few ways to fix the issue. Other reasons you can’t use ADB include your PC having the wrong ADB path, USB debugging being disabled on your device, an incorrect connection mode being used, your system lacking ADB drivers, and more....

Are you having trouble logging in to your Steam account and the app keeps displaying an e84 error? There are various reasons you can’t sign in to your account in the app. Your app may be faulty, or your computer may be acting up. We’ll show you all the possible ways to fix your login problem. Some reasons that can cause Steam not to log you in are a faulty internet connection, Steam being down, Steam’s login interface facing issues, the app itself having problems, and more....

If you want to flip an image in Google Docs, you’re (almost) out of luck. There’s no button you can press to flip an image, but you can use a few workarounds instead. These include editing your images using the built-in drawing tool and third-party tools like Adobe Express online. You can also change an image in Google Slides and import it back into Google Docs. Using the Drawing Tool In Google Docs The Drawing tool in Google Docs isn’t designed to be the best tool for image manipulation, but it’ll do the job if you need to create diagrams or enhance images....

Installing a keyboard language enables you to type all the popular languages spoken around the world. Nearly all platforms including Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, iOS, and Android allow you to install additional keyboard languages. Once you’ve added a language, you can toggle amongst all the available languages on your device.You can uninstall a keyboard language if you don’t intend to use it anymore. How to Install a Keyboard Language on Windows 10 Microsoft offers several languages to install on your Windows 10 PC using the Settings app....

Are you tired of your AirPods falling out? Losing one of both earbuds can be annoying. From fitting adjustments to some DIY tricks, we’ve rounded up the top six techniques to keep those precious earbuds snug and secure. Make Sure You’re Wearing Your AirPods Right Before we move on to the tips, let’s talk about wearing your AirPods like a pro. It’s more complex than just putting them into your ears....