How-to Articles


How to Unlock FM Radio on Your Smartphone
Seems kind of retro but it's cool
Many smartphones (particularly Apple devices) no longer ship with FM radio receivers. Surprisingly, some high-end Android phones with FM radio receivers lack a dedicated radio app to access content from […]

How to Uninstall BlueStacks on Windows and Mac
Don't worry, it's probably not a virus
BlueStacks is one of the best Android emulators for Windows PCs, and the developers swear by its safety. However, some popular antivirus software often flag the program as malware, particularly […]

How to Uninstall Dropbox on Mac, Windows, and Linux
Easy to do for whatever the reason
Despite Dropbox’s incredible popularity, you may have many reasons to get rid of it from your computer. Perhaps you find the basic plan too restrictive and want to switch to […]

How to Block Twitch Ads
It's like a game of cat and mouse
Ad blockers work by blocking the source of the ad – typically a URL that’s different from the source of the video you’re watching. Twitch integrates its ads directly into […]

How to Open a JAR File on Windows
No need for a towel or hammer
Occasionally, you find applications or games distributed as .jar files instead of the usual .exe file. You can’t just double-click on a JAR file to run the app. How, then, […]

How to Open 7Z Files in Windows, Mac, and Linux
An uncommon format is now unzipped
7z is an archive file format. It works similar to the ZIP format, but with a number of key advantages, such as superior compression and support for massive file sizes. […]

How to Find Out What Motherboard You Have Installed
Know you'll know who yo mama is
The motherboard is the most significant component of your computer. It connects all of the other components and allows them to communicate. While motherboards don’t get as much attention as […]

How to Make a Phone Call From Your Computer for Free
Cool tech thanks to the VOIP
Staying in touch with friends and family all over the world is easier thanks to modern technology. All you need is a computer, a headset, the right app, and you […]

How to Find Out What Version of DirectX You Have Installed
Plus how to install libraries for legacy games
DirectX is a technology that uses a combination of APIs like DirectDraw, DirectMusic, Direct3D, etc. It improves your multimedia and gaming experience, but many games may even identify DirectX as […]

How to Open DDS Files in Windows 10
Edit or view 3D game images
If you’ve come across a DDS file and realized that you can’t view it, this is because you need specific programs to open or edit DDS files. A DDS file […]

How to Fix It When Roku Has No Sound
It's actually pretty easy to do
Roku is an excellent streaming device, and you’ll usually have a great time using it. However, the device has its fair share of issues. One common issue is when your […]

How to See What Graphics Card You Have Installed on Your System
Make sure you can play your game
Software applications such as games or video editing suites often list a minimum GPU requirement. To ensure that your computer meets that minimum, you’ll need to determine what graphics card […]

How to Create a Fillable PDF File for Free
Hassle-free solutions for filling forms
Do you often run into problems with your PDF files? Like finding your Excel sheet or a Word document deformed after you convert it to PDF, or having trouble editing […]

How to Open EPS Image Files on Windows
View and edit all your vector files
If you’ve come across an EPS file and can’t open it, you’re going to need to install compatible image viewing or editing software. Luckily, there are plenty of programs that […]

How to Open an XML File and What They’re Used For
Everything involving storage, transmission, and structuring information
Did you start noticing XML files everywhere? That’s only natural. More data is being generated and shared everywhere in the world and XML is probably the most efficient method of […]

How to Open the Linux Terminal on Chromebook
Plus how to customize its appearance and behavior
The Terminal app is a productivity-focused tool built into the Chrome operating system. It’s the access point into the Linux development environment on Chrome OS devices. If you intend to […]

How to Turn Off Autocorrect on iPhone and Android
Stops it from correcting to duck
Most people have a love-hate relationship with the autocorrect feature on their smartphones. If you’re a sloppy typist, autocorrect can be incredibly useful at correcting typos. However, the feature could […]