Windows + B: Set focus to first icon in the notification area. You can use arrow keys to move among the icons in the notification area or press Tab to move around on the taskbar. Window + D: Show desktop Window + E: Opens the Window Explorer Window + F: Activate Search function Window + L: Locks workstation. Window + M: Minimize all windows Window + Shift + M: Undo Minimize all windows Window + R: Open the Run dialog box Window + Tab: 3-D flips (not applicable in Vista Home Basic) Window + pause/break: Open System properties Window + F1: Windows Help Window + U: Open Ease of Access setting Winodw + Spacebar: Expand and show the sidebar Window + Ctrl + Tab: Brings up Flip 3D, but it will stay on the desktop so you can scroll up, down left or right....

But what if you just plain don’t like iTunes as a phone A/V manager and want a little more freedom and access over your files? If that’s true and you are Windows user, then you will be pleased to hear about a Windows option, a tool called WinX MediaTrans from Digiarty Software, Inc. This is a sponsored article and was made possible by Digiarty Software. The actual contents and opinions are the sole views of the author, who maintains editorial independence, even when a post is sponsored....

Usage On the first run, you will be prompted to select a theme and the language. There are several things that Wise Care 365 can do. It can checkup your PC for security problems and optimizable items, scan your registry and hard disk for useless (registry) entries and files and clean them up, optimize your system (including the ethernet card performance) and make it runs fast, and lastly, provides privacy and security tools for you to beef up your system security....

We’re approaching the start of a new year, and that can only mean that Xiaomi is introducing a new model to its flagship range. We were impressed by the Xiaomi 12, but this year sees a new beginning with the Xiaomi 13. So what’s actually new about this latest instalment? This article breaks down three key differences between the models. Processor It’s not exactly surprising to see that the new model has received an upgrade to the processor; after all, it’s expected to have an incremental improvement in this area year-on-year to keep up with the competition....

Atraci Atraci is a YouTube desktop player for Linux, Mac and Windows based on HTML5 and Node.js. It relies on Last.fm, iTunes and SoundCloud to retrieve information about your searches. This means that Atraci is primarily focused on music, and the search function will find only videos that it recognizes as songs. Don’t forget that you need an Internet connection to use Atraci as it streams content directly from YouTube. There are several ways to install Atraci on Linux....

Most of these apps support gCal integration, your data is safe and will sync back to the service, allowing you to switch between these apps and Google Calendar at any time. 1. Outlook Calendar Available on Windows | Mac | Android | iOS | Web If you’re hunting for a Google Calendar replacement, you may not be thrilled about jumping directly into the arms of Microsoft. I get it. Outlook Calendar is, however, a very solid free Google Calendar alternative....

1. Tinder Price: Free / basic subscription starting at $4.99 (for those under 30) Tinder (Android | iOS | Web) revolutionized modern dating when it introduced the iconic swipe left/right mechanic that the majority of dating apps today also rely on. Signing up with Tinder requires users to log in either with an account (Facebook/Google) or their phone number. Once you’re in, Tinder lets you create a profile featuring a short bio (no longer than 500 characters) and six photos....

The following tips and tricks for using Google Drive will help you achieve more simplicity and efficiency for day-to-day work. 1. Pull Out Text from Images Google Drive lets you pull out text from images using its optical character recognition (OCR) feature. Just right-click on any PDF or JPEG/PNG image file, and open it with Google Docs. The OCR tool quickly converts the image to text, allowing you to copy-paste it freely....

1. Set a Timer I don’t use Siri all the time, but when I do, I’m setting a timer. Activate Siri and say “Set a timer for 10 minutes,” and Siri will automatically start the countdown. Excellent for cooking. 2. Add Calendar Events You can take advantage of Siri’s natural language processing to quickly add events to your calendar. “Schedule an appointment with Helen next Friday at 2 PM” will create that calendar event....

1. ImportExportTools It’s a given that you’ll want to freely import and export emails from your Thunderbird client; to convert invoices into PDFs, for example, or to import a saved profile to instantly organize your email how you like. ImportExportTools lets you do these things, and many, many more (indexing messages of a folder in HTML format for example, or export messages as single files in many common formats). An essential addition....

What Is Hazel? Hazel is a macOS application that provides an easy-to-use graphical interface for some fairly advanced scripting capabilities. It functions on a fairly simple “if this, then that” sort of structure, meaning that it matches specific parameters to specific files, and then performs a task if those parameters are met. While the logic is simple, you can chain together a bunch of complex functions to make sophisticated programs and then set them to run whenever you’d like....

So, if you are serious about completely uninstalling a program from your computer, then the third-party uninstallers are the way to go. These third-party uninstallers can deeply scan your system to find and remove any leftovers. In case you are wondering, here are some of the best uninstallers for your Windows PC to get you started. 1. Revo Uninstaller Revo Uninstaller is one of the best and most popular uninstaller apps for Windows....

1. PDFy PDFy is the simplest and fastest of all tools on this list. It was created specifically because the developer disliked Scribd and wanted to make something free and easy to use, thus PDFy lets you upload and download PDF files for free, without registration. For each uploaded file, there’s a link that lets you share the file and embed code if you want to incorporate the file into a website....

Luckily there are several useful tools that allow you to edit your context menu. 1. CMenuEdit CMenuEdit is a lightweight application (only 69kb in size) that allows you to customize the context menu of Windows Explorer. The application comes in a zipped file. Once you have extracted the zip file, you will need to run the “install.bat” as administrator and it will install the necessary dll files to your system....

This kind of event could be life-changing, and not in the positive sense of the word. This is why we need to discuss how hackers steal your passwords and the methods they use. We will also show you ways to help prevent this from happening to you. 1: Password Recycling Perhaps the most common way hackers steal your passwords to multiple accounts is by grabbing it from a document containing leaked passwords from another hacker more skilled than he is....

1. Unlock Doors The front door is one of the first things visitors will notice, and if you’re seeking to impress others, this is where to start. The Kevo Kwikset Bluetooth-enabled door lock lets you turn your smartphone into a key. Just tap your finger against the ring around the keyhole, and if your phone is within range, it will open the door for you. The Kevo is smart enough to know which side of the door your phone is on, so you don’t have to worry about unintended entry....

Androidify Androidify is as much an avatar creator as it is an interactive Android ad, but that’s okay, because there’s just something fun about creating a bugdroid version of ourselves. The app lets you select different colors, shapes, sizes, and accessories that enable you to create an aw-inducing robot that friends might even swear looks just like you. Unlike the other options on this list, you can even have your Android perform a cute little gesture and save it as a GIF....

Note: due to various Outlook versions on the market, there are different approaches to solve the common issues. Our solutions here work best with Outlook 2016 and above. 1. Outlook Send/Receive Error The Outlook Send/Receive error is the most common annoying problem that many users have reported. According to the Microsoft Support website, there are many solutions. We will cover the most useful ones below. But before that, check the following solutions first, which are easier and will fix the error in most cases....

1. Be skeptical This is the single most important behavioral change you can make. Scammers rely on our natural instinct to trust other human beings. In general, we believe what people say until they’ve been proven false. But by that time, a scam may have run its course. Social engineering attacks rely on exactly this kind of good-faith trust. And to a certain extent, it’s necessary for society to function properly....

1. AnimeLab The first anime streaming app on this list is AnimeLab. It is quite a popular app for streaming a great collection of anime shows for free. The app contains over 700 anime shows and movies across 32 genres. The AnimeLab app allows its users to request any anime if not available in the catalog. AnimeLab is completely free, and ads are also not that intrusive. You can get rid of ads, watch all the shows in HD quality, and get some other perks with a premium subscription....