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7 Ways to Take Screenshots on Mac OS X

7 Ways to Take Screenshots on Mac OS X

2025-10-04 22:10

If you want to capture a funny chat conversation, show someone an error message on your computer, share instructions on how to complete a task, or even contribute to a wikiHow, screenshots are the ideal solution. With screenshots, you can show others what appears on your computer screen.

How to Use Twitter (with Pictures)

How to Use Twitter (with Pictures)

2025-10-04 22:10

This wikiHow teaches you how to use Twitter, including how to create an account and upload tweets. Step Part 1 of 7: Creating a Twitter Account Step 1. Open Twitter Visit https://www.twitter.com/ through your computer's web browser.

How to Create Icons Using Paint (with Pictures)

How to Create Icons Using Paint (with Pictures)

2025-10-04 22:10

This wikiHow teaches you how to create a Windows icon file using Microsoft Paint and Paint 3D in Windows 10. However, there are some limitations you'll find with the regular version of Microsoft Paint when creating icons. Therefore, you can use Paint 3D to create more complex icons if necessary.

3 Ways to Study for Tests

3 Ways to Study for Tests

2025-06-01 06:06

It's called a test/exam that thrives like weeds, right? You take one exam and there's another exam waiting around the corner. It's time to show those exams who's in charge: you're sure to get a lot of "A" and "B" marks soon.

How to Make the Most of Life as a Teen (with Pictures)

How to Make the Most of Life as a Teen (with Pictures)

2025-06-01 06:06

You may want to make the most of your teenage years. Living seriously in this time can help develop good habits for adulthood. There are several ways to improve life as a teenager. Set goals and desires, pursue success academically and in other areas, cultivate a sense of self-worth and image, and make sure you develop positive relationships.

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3 Ways to Find the Area of a Square

3 Ways to Find the Area of a Square

Finding the area of a square is very easy if you know the lengths of its sides, perimeter, or diagonals. Here's how to find it. Step Method 1 of 3: Using Side Length Step 1. Write down the side lengths Suppose a square has a side length of 3 cm.

How to Solve Math Problems: 14 Steps

How to Solve Math Problems: 14 Steps

Although mathematical problems can be solved in many different ways, there are several visualization methods, approaches, and general solutions that you can apply to solve even the most difficult problems. By using it, your mathematical ability will definitely improve overall!

How to Divide Decimals: 8 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Divide Decimals: 8 Steps (with Pictures)

If decimal numbers are making it difficult for you to calculate division, simplify the process by learning how to move decimals. By moving the decimal point, you will divide the whole number. You just need to remember to also move the decimal point on the number you want to share.

How to Draw a Square Graph: 10 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Draw a Square Graph: 10 Steps (with Pictures)

When represented graphically, the quadratic equation is of the form ax 2 + bx + c or a(x - h) 2 + k form the letter U or an inverted U curve called a parabola. Graphing a quadratic equation is looking for the vertex, direction, and often the x and y intersection.

How to Calculate Odds: 11 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Calculate Odds: 11 Steps (with Pictures)

The mathematical concept of "probability" is related to, but different from, the concept of "probability". In simple terms, chance is a way of expressing the relationship between the number of desired outcomes in a given situation, versus the number of undesirable outcomes.

How to Find the Area of a Regular Polygon: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Find the Area of a Regular Polygon: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

A regular polygon is a convex 2-dimensional shape (having side angles less than 180 degrees) with congruent sides and equal angles. Many polygons, such as rectangles or triangles, have simple area formulas. However, if you're working with polygons that have more than 4 sides, the best way to solve this is to use a formula that uses the apothem and perimeter of the shape.

3 Ways to Convert Meters to Feet

3 Ways to Convert Meters to Feet

There are many ways that can be used to convert meters to feet in the network, but if this is the teacher's task, usually the teacher will ask to see the process. Learning the method is a good and useful thing, so you don't make mistakes yourself.

How to Calculate Percentage Gain: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Calculate Percentage Gain: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

By knowing the magnitude of the increase or decrease of a particular subject of calculation, you can compile statistical reports that are useful for scientific papers, articles or business meetings. You must collect the data and enter it into a formula to calculate the percentage increase over a given period.

How to Convert Square Meters To Square Feet and Vice versa

How to Convert Square Meters To Square Feet and Vice versa

Almost every country in the world uses the metric system in measurement, for example square meters to measure area. However, the United States, as an exception, uses square feet to measure the area of a kitchen or yard, for example. Both measures can be easily converted when multiplied by the right conversion factor.

How to Calculate Percentage Error: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Calculate Percentage Error: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

Formally, the percentage error is the estimated value minus the exact value, and divided by the exact value per 100 cases (as a percentage). In essence, it lets you see how close the approximate value and the exact value are to the percentage of the exact value.

5 Ways to Balance Fractions

5 Ways to Balance Fractions

Two fractions are equivalent if they have the same value. Knowing how to convert fractions to their equivalent forms is an extremely important math skill, required for all forms of mathematics from basic algebra to advanced calculus. This article will provide several ways to calculate equivalent fractions from basic multiplication and division to more complex ways of solving equivalent fractional equations.

How to Divide Two Digits (with Pictures)

How to Divide Two Digits (with Pictures)

Dividing two-digit numbers is very similar to dividing single-digit numbers, but is a bit longer and takes practice. Since most of us don't memorize the 47 times table, we need to go through the division process; however, there are tricks you can learn to speed things up.

How to Introduce Teaching Numbers 11 to 20 (with Pictures)

How to Introduce Teaching Numbers 11 to 20 (with Pictures)

When your kids know the numbers 1 through 10, you can start teaching them about the numbers 11 to 20. Understanding these numbers is more than simple counting and recognition; it requires an understanding of the concept of tens and the operation of larger numbers.

4 Ways to Find the Area of a Quadrangle

4 Ways to Find the Area of a Quadrangle

So you are given an assignment that requires you to find the area of a quadrilateral… but you don't even know what a quadrilateral is. Don't worry, here's the explanation! A quadrilateral is any shape that has four sides – a square, a rectangle, and a rhombus, for example.

7 Ways to Calculate Surface Area

7 Ways to Calculate Surface Area

Surface area is the total surface area of an object, which is calculated by adding up all surfaces on the object. Finding the surface area of a 3-dimensional plane is actually quite easy as long as you know the right formula. Each field has a different formula, so first you have to determine which area to calculate the area of.

How to Find the Number of Terms in an Arithmetic Series: 3 Steps

How to Find the Number of Terms in an Arithmetic Series: 3 Steps

Finding the number of terms in an arithmetic series may sound daunting, but it's actually quite simple. You just need to enter the numbers into the formula U = a + (n - 1) b and find the value of n, which is the number of terms. Know that U is the last number in the series, a is the first term in the series, and b is the difference or difference between adjacent terms.

How to Calculate Cubic Inches: 9 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Calculate Cubic Inches: 9 Steps (with Pictures)

A cubic inch is a measurement of volume that is equivalent to measuring a cube of 1 inch (2.5 cm) on each side. Thus, the volume of an object in cubic inches is the same as the calculation of these cubes. There are many ways to calculate the volume of an object in cubic inches, but in the simplest case, with a 3-dimensional rectangular prism (box), the volume is simply length × width × height with all measurements in inches.

4 Ways to Tie the Knot

4 Ways to Tie the Knot

If you're a rock-climbing fan, love sailing, or just want to tie a rope to something, you definitely need to know how to tie a knot. This article will teach you some of the knots commonly used in rock climbing, sailing and other special purposes.

How to Create a Space for Study: 15 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Create a Space for Study: 15 Steps (with Pictures)

Do you have learning difficulties? Do you fall asleep in bed trying to study the Middle Ages, or busy with distractions around the dinner table when you should be focusing on the periodic table? Having a better study space could be the answer.

How to Be Professional at Work: 11 Steps

How to Be Professional at Work: 11 Steps

Professionalism is one of the most important aspects to achieve success in work. Professionalism can open the door to other career opportunities, a raise, or even a bonus. Your attitude towards your boss, co-workers and clients should always be polite and professional, from the way you conduct yourself and communicate to how you interact with others at work.