How-to Articles
4 Ways to Trim Video in Windows
Plus the one we prefer to use
How to Fix a Blank “Save As” Screen in Adobe Acrobat Reader
Before resorting to calling Adobe support
How to Fix “The Application Was Unable to Start Correctly (0xc0000142)” Error in Windows
Usually means corrupted files or outdated software
How to Pause or Stop Windows Updates and Upgrades
Regardless of the reason why you want to
Do you want to stop Windows updates and upgrades on your PC? This tutorial will show you how to stay on Windows 10 without upgrading to Windows 11 and pause […]
What Is an XAPK File in Android (and How Do I Open One)?
Plus a note for Android 11+ users
APK files are files that are used to package apps. Now we have a new file format known as the XAPK format. You can download XAPK files the same way […]
How to Get Help in Windows
We go into detail on your options
If you ever have a problem with your Windows computer you can’t resolve with a restart, ask for help. But perhaps you don’t know who to ask or where to […]
How to Fix Fire Stick Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi
It's not too difficult to deal with
Amazon’s Fire TV Stick relies on the internet to serve you content. If your device has trouble connecting to a Wi-Fi network, you won’t be able to watch videos, series, […]
How to Connect GoPro to Your Computer
3 methods plus a bonus connection
If you own a GoPro, then you know that it’s critical to know how to connect that GoPro to your computer so you can transfer over your videos for editing. […]
How to Fix the “Side-by-side configuration is incorrect” Error on Windows
Launch your apps without error messages
Windows displays a “Side-by-side configuration is incorrect” error when you attempt to launch an app on your PC. This error prevents you from accessing your app. Luckily, there are a […]
How to Download and Install iTunes on Your Chromebook
Plus what you should know before doing this
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 […]
How to Fix “There Is a System Repair Pending” Error in Windows
If a reboot does not work
If you’ve encountered the “There is a system repair pending which requires reboot to complete” error, you’re probably trying to run the System File Checker (SFC). The reason for this […]
How to Remove Backgrounds, Objects, and More In Photoshop
You can do some pretty amazing things
Photography is difficult. Unwanted objects, distracting elements, and imperfect backgrounds often mar an otherwise great composition. Luckily, photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom include powerful tools for easy […]
How to Downgrade Google Chrome to an Older Version
Sometimes can be necessary if it's FUBAR
Do you want to use an earlier version of the Google Chrome browser? We’ll show you how to downgrade Chrome on your desktop or mobile. Google Chrome works best when […]
3 Ways to Reset a Graphics Driver
Plus what to do these don't work
If you’re experiencing a black, flickering, or frozen screen, the issue may derive from your graphics driver. If your Windows PC doesn’t detect and fix the problem, here’s how to […]
How to Fix Speech Services by Google Waiting for Network Connection Error
It's an annoying but solvable issue
Do you see a “Download English US Update – Waiting for network connection” error related to Speech Services by Google on your Android’s notification drawer? Read on to learn about […]
How to Transfer Files From PC to Android Phone Without USB
All do it over a wireless connection
Before Bluetooth and other wireless solutions were so widely available, most people transferred files back and forth between their Windows PC and Android phone using a USB cable. There are […]
How to Update Discord on Any Device or Platform
Always keep your Discord running smoothly
Discord is perhaps the most popular messaging app for gamers. Every Discord update brings with it new features, security patches, and performance improvements. To make the most of all of […]
How to Zip and Unzip Files on Your Chromebook
So you can enjoy lossless compression
Compressing files can save storage space on your Chromebook. Zipping files also offers a quick way to share a group of files without data loss. Like Windows, macOS, and Linux, […]
How to Use Google Cursive on Your Chromebook
Google Cursive is one of the note apps pre-installed on many touchscreen-enabled Chromebooks. It is a relatively new handwritten note-taking app from Google that’s exclusive to Chromebook. It’s a progressive […]
How to Use Autoruns to Disable Startup Programs on Windows
Any easy-to-use GUI interface
There are many reasons why your PC might not be running as smoothly as it used to. The hard drive might be deteriorating, the RAM could be developing problems, or […]