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Don’t know how to properly use your gadget or an app’s latest-and-greatest feature? We’ll show you how to do just about everything in the world of tech.

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How to hide photos on an iPhone with iOS 17

Want to hide some photos you've taken with your iPhone from prying eyes? Here's how to hide photos on your iPhone with iOS 17.
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iPhone overheating? 10 things you can try before calling Apple

A human uses a monster as a human shield in Palworld.

How to play Palworld with friends

A person sits in front of a laptop. On the laptop screen is the home page for OpenAI's ChatGPT artificial intelligence chatbot.

How to build your own custom GPT with ChatGPT

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How to connect a PS5 controller to a PC without a dongle

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Spinning wheel? How to stop your Mac from freezing

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How to password protect a folder in Windows and macOS

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How to check your VRAM — how much GPU memory do you have?

iPhone 11 Pro Settings

How to remove someone else’s Apple ID from your iPhone

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How to turn off the camera shutter sound on an Android phone

Tommy crouches in grass in The Last of Us 2 Remastered

The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered: best weapons and upgrades for No Return

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How to enable HDR in Windows 11

Yara in The Last of Us 2 Remastered

The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered: how to unlock everything in No Return mode

There are a lot of characters, skins, and more to unlock in The Last of Us 2 Remastered's roguelike mode, and we're here to tell you how to snag it all.
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How to get all Athra Surges in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Don't go into a fight in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown without the best Athra Surges backing you up. Five are hidden away, so here is how you can get them.
Lev draws a bow in The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered.

How to import a Last of Us Part 2 save from PS4 to PS5

If you've previously played The Last of Us 2 on PS4, you can bring your save over to the new PS5 remaster and pick up where you left off. Here's how to do it.
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How to take a screenshot on a Windows PC or laptop

Taking screenshots on a PC is easier than you think and is an important computing task to know. Here's how to take a screenshot on a PC in a few quick steps.
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How to turn on Eco Mode for AMD CPUs — and why you should

AMD's Ryzen 7000 CPUs are efficient out the box, but you can make them even more so by turning on Eco mode. Here's how to do it.
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How to turn off Chrome notifications (and turn them back on again)

Notifications can be handy, but they can also be annoying at times. Here's how to manage notifications in Chrome with less stress, or get rid of them entirely.
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How to recall an email in Outlook on Windows and Mac

Recalling a message is one of the most useful features of Microsoft Outlook. Here's how to recall an email you didn't mean to send in Outlook on desktop.
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How to switch back to classic Google Chrome design

Don't like Chrome's Material You redesign? Easily switch back to the classic design using these simple steps.

How to use the Command Prompt in Windows 10 and 11

The Windows Command Prompt might be old, but it's still a useful tool for tweaking, diagnosing, and exploring your Windows 10 or 11 PC. Here's how to use it.
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How to get the Buster Sword in Apex Legends and how it works

Final Fantasy VII has crossed over with Apex Legends, one of gaming's biggest battle royales, and it's added an iconic weapon to use during matches.
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How to start the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet epilogue

Before we can finish this adventure in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, we need to know how to start! Here's how you can begin the epilogue and see this story end.
Pecharunt making weird noises in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

How to catch Pecharunt in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

There's one more monster out there in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet to catch if you really want to catch 'em all. Here's how to catch Pecharunt in the epilogue.
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How to send a text from email using iPhone, Verizon, and more

Find yourself needing to send a text but don't have your phone on you? Learn how to send texts from your email account using any carrier by following our guide.
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How to find passwords on a Mac, MacBook, and Mac Mini

Wondering how to find passwords on Mac? You have a couple of convenient places to access saved passwords on MacOS.
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How to record a WhatsApp call on Android or iOS

For a variety of reasons, you may one day find yourself needing to record a WhatsApp call. We've put together a simple guide for the best ways to do just that.
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How to play YouTube in the background on iPhone and Android

Mobile YouTube is great for when you want to watch stuff on the go, but you may just want to listen to YouTube while browsing elsewhere. We'll show you how.
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How to keep your Microsoft Teams status active

Learn how to keep Microsoft Teams active so you never appear as Away to your boss and are always reachable for calls and messages.
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How to fix the ‘iPhone Unavailable’ error (4 easy ways)

The 'iPhone is disabled' lock occurs when too many failed passcodes are entered. Here's what to do when that happens and how to prevent passcode problems.
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How to download YouTube videos for offline viewing

Our guide will teach you how to download YouTube videos on PC, iPhone, iPad, Android, and Mac, and educate you on the ethics of doing so.
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How to descale a Keurig with vinegar or a descaling agent

When scale builds up inside a Keurig, it might start more slowly and struggle to pour a cup of coffee. Use these easy steps to descale your coffee machine.
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How to log out of a Gmail account on your iPhone

If you want to log out of your Gmail account on an iPhone, it's not as simple as clicking a button. Here’s how to log out of a Gmail account on your iPhone.
How to make a ZIP file on a Mac

How to make a zip file on a Mac

If you download or upload a lot of data, it's helpful to know how to zip files, as it can save time. This guide shows you how to create zip files on macOS.