Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides
How to Fix “The Referenced Account Is Currently Locked Out” Error in Windows
Nov 21st, 2022 by Sodiq Olanrewaju
At least one of these should work
How to Start and Navigate a PowerPoint Slideshow
Nov 21st, 2022 by Sandy Writtenhouse
Use the method you're most comfortable with
How to Enable (and Customize) Dark Mode in Windows 11
Nov 20th, 2022 by Jake Harfield
Help you to alleviate eye strain
5 Best Ways to Fix ”Failed to Download File, the File Contents Differ” Error in Minecraft
Get back to where you left off
While Minecraft usually works without a hitch, there are a few errors that occasionally appear. One of these is the “Failed to download file, the file contents differ from what […]
How to Fix “Retrieving Data. Wait a Few Seconds” Error in Microsoft Excel
Alas, these are only temporary solutions
The “Retrieving Data. Wait a Few Seconds and try to cut or copy again” error has been bugging Excel online users since the app first launched. The issue appears when […]
How to Completely Uninstall VirtualBox in Windows
We walk you through all the steps
Do you want to completely remove VirtualBox from your Microsoft Windows PC? That’s most likely because Windows Update keeps telling you to delete it due to a compatibility issue. There […]
How to Enable Dark Mode on Instagram in Windows
It's much easier on your eyes
While Instagram offers a dark mode in the Android app, those who use the web version of Instagram don’t currently have this option. We’ll show you how to enable dark […]
How to Update Microsoft Office Apps (Windows and Mac)
Make sure you have the current version
For receiving new features, security updates, and fixes for known issues, it’s important to keep your applications up to date. Here, we’ll show you how to update Microsoft Office apps […]
What Is searchapp.exe and Is It Safe?
Be careful, it could be malware
The Windows operating system runs many processes in the background to enable an optimal user experience. These processes can be relatively cryptic, and if you don’t know anything about them […]
How to Unsend an Email in Outlook
Could save your job or marriage
The Outlook web client allows you to unsend an email for up to ten seconds after hitting the send button. In the Outlook desktop app, you can “recall” a sent […]
How to Fix the Printer Error “0x0000011b” on Windows
Get back to hassle-free printing
Microsoft Windows’ printer error “0x0000011b” occurs when you try to print something using a network-shared printer. This error usually occurs after installing a faulty Windows update. We’ll show you how […]
How to Fix the “pr_connect_reset_error” Error in Mozilla Firefox
You'll be back to surfing the web in no time
Mozilla Firefox’s “pr_connect_reset_error” makes your sites inaccessible, causing a huge inconvenience. If you continue to get this error and aren’t interested in switching your web browser, you can follow a […]
What Are Windows Runtime Errors and How Do You Fix Them?
All the different ways we can think of
Runtime errors in Windows are as old as the operating system itself. It’s a common error message to see when an app crashes, but what exactly is a runtime error, […]
How to Set Custom Shortcuts for Xbox Game Bar in Windows
Easily record gameplay and other features
The Xbox Game Bar is a great screenshot and clip-recording utility for gamers, but its default keyboard shortcuts are awkward. Fortunately, it’s easy to modify these shortcuts to your liking. […]
How to Clear Microsoft Teams Cache (And Why You Should)
Not a silver bullet but a good place to start
If Microsoft Teams starts acting up, a quick way to troubleshoot the problem is to clear the app’s cache from the local storage on your desktop or mobile device. Microsoft […]
Microsoft Excel Workbooks and Worksheets: What’s the Difference?
And which one is right for you?
Knowing Excel is a valuable skill. But the tool is not always easy to use and can be frustrating if you don’t fully understand the features. That’s often the case […]
How to Fix “There Are Currently No Power Options Available” in Windows
It can be done but take your time
Do you keep seeing a “There are currently no power options available” message while selecting the Power icon on the Windows 11/10 Start menu? Alternative ways to shut down and […]
How to Check for Plagiarism in Google Docs
Stolen content can hurt your reputation
Plagiarism is taking someone else’s content and passing it off as your own. It doesn’t matter if you do it intentionally or not. Writers, college students, and researchers all need […]
How to Create and Ring a Sound Alarm in Microsoft Excel
Data management has never been easier
Microsoft Excel includes several built-in tools that allow users to automate conditional formatting (like changing the color of a cell) depending on whether specific conditions are met. But many people […]
How to Fix status_breakpoint Error in Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge
You'll be able to surf the web interrupted
Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge’s “status_breakpoint” error prevents you from accessing your favorite sites. There are many reasons for this error, and there’s no one way to fix it. This […]