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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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How to Make Bread Flour (Special Flour for Making Bread)

How to Make Bread Flour (Special Flour for Making Bread)

To the lay baker, "bread flour" doesn't seem much different (or not even different) from "all-purpose flour". In fact, bread flour is a type of flour made from high protein wheat, and as the name implies, has the appropriate and specific qualities for use in the bread-making process.

How to Boil Eggs in the Oven: 6 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Boil Eggs in the Oven: 6 Steps (with Pictures)

Boiling eggs sounds very easy and your grandmother can do it too. The trick can even be done by a fool, because it is only in the form of "Putting an egg in the oven." However, don't do it like that. Avoid boiling water using a timer and all its hassles, and read the method below.

How to Avoid Genetically Engineered Foods: 11 Steps

How to Avoid Genetically Engineered Foods: 11 Steps

Foodstuffs are often genetically modified to make them resistant to disease, increase their nutritional content, or improve their ability to grow in different climatic conditions. Food and drug regulatory agencies in the United States (Food and Drug Administration, FDA) have authorized, as well as regulate the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

3 Ways to Make Fake Poop for Jokes

3 Ways to Make Fake Poop for Jokes

Want to disgust someone with fake shit? There are some great ways to make fake poop as a joke tool. You should already have the ingredients at home. In just a few minutes, you can make fake shit and prank other people. Step Method 1 of 3:

How to Make Scones (with Pictures)

How to Make Scones (with Pictures)

Scones are a traditional cake that is simple, easy to make, and delicious. Scones are part of cream tea, which is a traditional British afternoon tea served with tea, whipped cream and jam. However, scones can also be enjoyed wherever and whenever you want.

3 Ways to Defrost Frozen Meat

3 Ways to Defrost Frozen Meat

Frozen meat is perfect for cooking and easy to store. However, if you don't defrost properly, your food is at risk of developing harmful bacteria. The first way is to thaw frozen meat slowly and evenly in the refrigerator. This method takes the most time, but is the easiest and most secure.

How to Count Calories from Protein: 9 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Count Calories from Protein: 9 Steps (with Pictures)

How to calculate calories in protein is very useful when planning a meal menu. Protein is very important for maintaining health because a lack of protein can cause fatigue, hunger, and other physical symptoms. Planning a meal plan and calculating the number of calories in protein will help reduce problems caused by too little or too much protein.

4 Ways to Make Butterbeer

4 Ways to Make Butterbeer

Have you always wished you could stop by Three Broomsticks for a refreshing glass of butterbeer? You may not be able to have butterbeer with Harry Potter and Hermione, but you can certainly make this drink in your own kitchen. Keep reading this article for three different butterbeer recipes - cold, hot, or fancy.

How to Cook Dried Chickpeas (with Pictures)

How to Cook Dried Chickpeas (with Pictures)

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are used in hummus, lettuce and stews. Although ready-to-eat canned chickpeas are widely available, you can make more nutritious dried chickpeas from your stock. The process of soaking, boiling and seasoning chickpeas takes 12 hours.

How to Make Sour Cream: 12 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Make Sour Cream: 12 Steps (with Pictures)

Homemade sour cream tastes great and is easy to make. It only requires two ingredients: 0.95 liters of cream and a packet of sour cream root culture. The bacteria in the starter culture thicken the cream and give it a classic sour taste that goes well with anything from potatoes to tacos to fruit.

3 Ways to Cook Soy Beans

3 Ways to Cook Soy Beans

Soybeans are foods that contain lots of protein and fiber, but low in fat. Soybeans are usually sold dry, although you can also get them fresh. Once boiled, you can use it in a variety of recipes, such as sauces and soups. Step Method 1 of 3:

How to Create an Amazing Party Music Mix: 13 Steps

How to Create an Amazing Party Music Mix: 13 Steps

Creating a mix of party music for your next social event is one of the most fun parts of planning an event. Read the steps below for good suggestions and ideas on how to make your next mix really great. Step Method 1 of 2: Basic Strategy Step 1.

How to Make an Edible Cup: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Make an Edible Cup: 7 Steps (with Pictures)

Is your child's birthday coming up soon? If so, why not try serving a variety of unique snacks that are guaranteed to add to the excitement of the birthday party? One example of a unique and delicious snack that you can easily make is edible teacups or colorful little cups that can be eaten.

How to Prevent Apples from Browning: 12 Steps

How to Prevent Apples from Browning: 12 Steps

There's nothing more disturbing or disgusting than the sight of a fresh cut apple, turning brown in a matter of minutes. However, there are many ways to prevent this, so you can enjoy bright, crunchy apples anytime! Step Method 1 of 2:

3 Ways to Color Popcorn

3 Ways to Color Popcorn

You can make any occasion even more fun and festive by adding colorful popcorn! Try red and green for Christmas, pastel colors for a birthday party or make a delicious Super Bowl snack with your favorite team's colors. Choose between standard butter popcorn, caramel sweet popcorn, or candy-like fruit-flavored popcorn in colors of the rainbow.

How to Make Chapati: 9 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Make Chapati: 9 Steps (with Pictures)

Similar to the commonly known pita bread, Indian chapati is a bread made from whole wheat flour. It is usually served with curry, but this bread is very versatile and can be used like regular toast. You can make your own chapati at home in under an hour.

How to Stuff a Turkey for Thanksgiving: 14 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Stuff a Turkey for Thanksgiving: 14 Steps (with Pictures)

While some prefer to prepare the dressing as a separate dish, others prefer the Thanksgiving tradition of filling turkey cavities with the filling for dinner. Follow some of these tips for stuffing turkey for Thanksgiving to add elegance to your Thanksgiving dish.

4 Ways to Cook Dried Beans

4 Ways to Cook Dried Beans

Nuts are a wonderful complement to a balanced diet. Nuts are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber. Beans are easy to cook and can be used in a variety of recipes, either as a side dish or as a main dish. Since canned beans are often lacking in taste and mushy texture, dried beans are preferred for their rich taste and firm texture, but soft when cooked properly.

3 Ways to Make Maple Syrup

3 Ways to Make Maple Syrup

Sugaring, the art of making maple syrup, has been practiced for thousands of years. Many state that once you've done it once, you'll want to do it again and again. Read on to learn how to turn maple tree sap into a sweet and delicious syrup.

3 Ways to Make Black Forest Cake

3 Ways to Make Black Forest Cake

German Black Forest is a delicious and rich chocolate tart that originates from the Black Forest region of Germany. Traditionally, the Black Forest is made of layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream and cherries. Kirschwasser, a brandy with a tart cherry flavor, is used to give the cake its flavor.