Tech Tips, Tricks and Guides


Arrow Keys Not Working in Microsoft Teams? 9 Fixes to Try
Plus troubleshooting tips for external keyboards
The left and right arrow keys on your keyboard might not work in Microsoft Teams if the app is buggy or outdated. Driver-related issues can also cause some keys to […]

How to Join a PlayStation Party Chat on Your PC
Meet new friends and brag against rivals
Can you join a PlayStation Party Chat on your PC? You sure can, and it’s easy once you know how. We’ll walk you through the entire process step by step. […]

4 Ways to Fix Error 905 in the Google Play Store
Download everything you want with ease
Error code 905 prevents Android users from downloading apps and is reported to occur mostly when trying to download an app from the Google Play Store. Troubleshooting errors can be […]

How to Add Google Drive to File Explorer on Windows
The cloud is now at your fingertips
Cloud-based storage is becoming a necessity in today’s digital world. And while Microsoft added a built-in option to access OneDrive in Windows 10, you need to take a few more […]

6 Ways to Fix Zoom Error Code 5003
Don't be late for your next meeting
The Zoom desktop client displays the “Error code: 5003” when it can’t connect to Zoom servers. Problems with the network connection or Zoom’s servers often cause this error. Here are […]

What Is mbam.exe in Windows and Should You Remove It?
Not a trojan or broken application
Stopping unnecessary background processes using up system resources is a good way to speed up your computer. But with non-Microsoft processes like mbam.exe, it can be hard to know what […]

What Is Bluetooth 5 and How to Upgrade?
Plus bad news about smartphone upgrades
Along with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth has become a nearly universal communication technology. From headsets to thermostats, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a device that doesn’t communicate via Bluetooth. So what is […]

Why Microsoft Word Is Black on Your PC (And How to Fix It)
It's called dark mode and you may like it
Does Microsoft Word always appear in a black theme when you launch it on your PC? We’ll explain why that happens and what you can do to disable it. If […]

Micro USB vs USB-C: What’s the Difference?
It's not just a matter of numbers
USB-C is a significant departure from standard USB iterations, coming with a brand-new connector and a slew of advanced features. Let’s look at all the differences between micro USB and […]

How to Restart the Windows File Explorer
A handy trick when things go cattywampus
If the Windows Start menu or taskbar starts acting up or you have trouble using File Explorer or Windows Search, you don’t have to perform a complete system reboot to […]

How to Capture a Scrolling Screenshot in Windows
We show you the easiest ways to do it
It’s easy to take a screenshot, but what about web pages that extend beyond your screen? Or PDF files with vertical pages? Let’s look at some ways to take a […]

How to Enable the Recycle Bin on Your Chromebook
Plus how to restore deleted files
Unlike Windows and macOS, the Chrome operating system’s recycle bin or trash can is hidden by default. Files deleted before enabling the recycle bin are permanently deleted and not recoverable. […]

MKV vs MP4: Which Video File Format Is Better?
Plus how to convert between formats
You have plenty of options for exporting a video editing project, ripping video discs, or converting a batch of video files to a single format. MP4 and MKV are two […]

How to Customize the Right-Click Context Menu in Windows 11
Put in the menu items you need
While many like the streamlined right-click context menu of Windows 11, some are less than pleased with the truncated menu. Let’s look at some ways to customize it more to […]

How to Use Event Viewer to Troubleshoot Windows Problems
Everything you need to know to get started
There is a lot going under the hood of a Windows computer. Using the Event Viewer, it’s possible to track Windows processes, helping you diagnose pesky problems without an obvious […]

How to Remove the Chat App from the Windows 11 Taskbar
We'll show you 4 different ways
One new feature of Windows 11 is the Microsoft Teams Chat app on the Taskbar. If you don’t use Microsoft Teams or want to remove it from your Taskbar, you […]

What are Intel’s E-Cores and P-Cores?
We are embarking on a new era in CPUs
The increasing number and speed of CPU cores aren’t new. But recently, Intel has shaken up the game by introducing CPUs with two core types, known as P-cores and E-cores—a […]