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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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4 Ways to Unlock Samsung Phones

4 Ways to Unlock Samsung Phones

Do you travel a lot and want to be able to use your phone in another country? Are you bored with your current carrier and want to switch to a new one before your contract expires? Unlocking a Samsung phone allows you to use a SIM card from another carrier and connect to their network.

How to Install a Television Antenna: 10 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Install a Television Antenna: 10 Steps (with Pictures)

This wikiHow teaches you how to select and install a television antenna. Step Part 1 of 2: Getting Ready Step 1. Find out what type of antenna connector your TV has Most televisions have an antenna input on the side or back. This is where to plug the antenna.

How to Connect HDMI to a Television: 15 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Connect HDMI to a Television: 15 Steps (with Pictures)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a popular way of delivering digital video and audio between devices. You can use an HDMI cable to transfer picture and sound to your television, from any compatible device (such as a computer, gaming device, or DVD device).

7 Ways to Move Data From Phone to Computer (And Vice versa)

7 Ways to Move Data From Phone to Computer (And Vice versa)

This wikiHow teaches you how to transfer files and information from your iPhone or Android phone to your Windows or Mac computer. Data that can be sent from a cell phone to a computer include: photos, videos, notes, lists and contacts. You can use a USB cable to transfer files and information on your iPhone and Android devices.

How to Connect a Hisense Television to a Phone (with Pictures)

How to Connect a Hisense Television to a Phone (with Pictures)

This wikiHow teaches you how to mirror or broadcast content from your phone to a Hisense smart television. Since Hisense televisions are based on the Android operating system, iPhone users will need to use an HDMI adapter or mirror content via another digital media player such as an Apple TV, Chromecast, or Roku.

5 Ways to Add Apps to a Smart TV

5 Ways to Add Apps to a Smart TV

This wikiHow teaches you how to download apps for smart TVs using the television app store. Keep reading this article to use this handy feature. Step Method 1 of 5: On Samsung Smart TV Step 1. Turn on the television Keep in mind that your television must be connected to the internet in order for you to download the app.

How to Connect a Smart Television to the Internet: 9 Steps

How to Connect a Smart Television to the Internet: 9 Steps

This wikiHow teaches you how to set up a Smart TV to connect to the internet. You can connect your television to your router wirelessly over a WiFi network, or use an Ethernet cable to set up a wired connection. Step Method 1 of 2: Connecting the Television to a WiFi Network Step 1.

3 Ways to Restart Cable TV Box

3 Ways to Restart Cable TV Box

There are many reasons you should reboot your cable television box, such as programs not loading properly, video freezing (silent), or screen going blank (black). When you reset this box, first try to enter the Settings menu and look for the Restart option.

How to Set Up a Blu–ray Player: 15 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Set Up a Blu–ray Player: 15 Steps (with Pictures)

The resolution of the Sony Blu-ray player has a high definition (HD) with the aim of supporting a high definition TV as well. The most appropriate way to connect these two systems is to use an HDMI cable because this cable is able to connect audio and sound quickly.

How to Connect a TV to a Stereo System: 5 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Connect a TV to a Stereo System: 5 Steps (with Pictures)

Do you have an old stereo system? Take advantage of it by attaching it to the television for better sound! Step Step 1. Place the stereo unit near the TV, then plug it into the mains Step 2. Pull the red and white TV output RCA cable and plug it into the RCA port on the back of the stereo system Select an unused input.

How to Connect a Samsung Television to a Wireless Internet Network

How to Connect a Samsung Television to a Wireless Internet Network

Samsung smart televisions can be connected to local WiFi networks so you can browse the web, play game apps, and watch your favorite movies and television shows through services like Netflix and Hulu, right from your television. To connect a Samsung smart television to a wireless internet connection, you need to enter the WiFi network information into the television network menu.

How to Show Hidden Menu on LG TV: 15 Steps

How to Show Hidden Menu on LG TV: 15 Steps

This wikiHow teaches you how to open the hidden service or installation menu on an LG television. Step Method 1 of 2: Accessing the Service Menu Step 1. Make sure you have the original controller of the television While some non-LG, third-party, or universal controllers can be used to access LG television's service menus, you have a greater chance of successfully accessing the menus if you use the original controller that was included in the television's purchase

3 Ways to Turn Your Television Into a Smart Television

3 Ways to Turn Your Television Into a Smart Television

Do you have an old TV that just hangs in the house? This article will show you how to turn any TV into a modern Smart TV that you can use to watch your favorite content from the internet. All it takes is a TV and a computer. Step Method 1 of 3:

3 Ways to Find a Lost Television Remote

3 Ways to Find a Lost Television Remote

If you lose your TV remote, chances are it's not far from your couch or TV! Look everywhere you can think of, and ask people at home if they know about it. Don't forget to check in between the sofa cushions. Step Method 1 of 3: Doing a Search Step 1.

3 Ways to Download Apps on a Samsung Smart Television

3 Ways to Download Apps on a Samsung Smart Television

This wikiHow teaches you how to find and add apps to your Samsung smart television (Smart TV). You can also learn to rearrange the position of applications on the home screen, as well as delete applications that are no longer used. Step Method 1 of 3:

3 Ways to Watch TV on Computer

3 Ways to Watch TV on Computer

This wikiHow teaches you how to watch television live on your computer using a network website or TV station, tuner, or paid streaming service. Step Method 1 of 3: Watching Television Through a TV Station Website Step 1. Open a web browser on the computer Step 2.

How to Watch Satellite TV on PC: 14 Steps (with Pictures)

How to Watch Satellite TV on PC: 14 Steps (with Pictures)

Most HDTVs are now capable of direct internet access, with capabilities similar to that of a laptop or other smart device. You can now surf the internet, send email, and even watch online content streaming via HDTV, without the need to buy another device.

3 Ways to Reset Chromecast

3 Ways to Reset Chromecast

With Chromecast, you can broadcast your Chrome window to your TV or other screen. However, just like any other electronic item, Chromecast can be faulty too. The easiest way to fix this is to reset the Chromecast to factory settings. You'll have to set it up again after that, but it only takes a moment.

How to Adjust Volume on a Samsung Smart Television: 12 Steps

How to Adjust Volume on a Samsung Smart Television: 12 Steps

This wikiHow teaches you how to adjust the volume on a Samsung smart television (Smart TV) using a Samsung television controller. There are a variety of controller models available so the button placement on one model may differ from another.

3 Ways to Know If You're Watching HD Quality on Television

3 Ways to Know If You're Watching HD Quality on Television

High-definition television (High Definition Television or HDTV) is a digital form of television that can support a high number of pixels and deliver high-resolution, high-quality images on the screen. On the other hand, standard definition (Standard Definition or SD) offers a small number of pixels resulting in lower resolution and image quality.