How-To Geek

Instagram is rolling out some new features for direct messaging to make chatting and connecting with friends easier. The update is adding more sticker options, the ability to create custom nicknames for friends, and an easier way for users to share their location.

Raspberry Pi has created a Wi-Fi-enabled version of its recently released Pico 2 dual-architecture board for just $2 more.

As a long-term Excel enthusiast, I have always enjoyed using VLOOKUP, one of Excel's best-known lookup functions. However, Microsoft's introduction of XLOOKUP in 2019 changed everything. Once I realized how useful XLOOKUP is, I knew I'd never look back.

Excel's SEQUENCE function lets you create a list of numbers in a sequence in an instant. It also allows you to define the shape, number of values, and steps between each number in the sequence, and you can use SEQUENCE in conjunction with other Excel functions.

Keeping your computer free of digital clutter is an important part of maintenance, while also making sure you always have space for new files and programs. Here are some simple commands that will let you clean up your Ubuntu system from the terminal, no GUI requiredwell, with one exception.

There are new AI tools coming out seemingly every week, and it can get overwhelming to keep track of them all. Tech advancements using AI can be amazing and add a lot to your life, but which ones are truly worth your time?

ADB, or Android Debug Bridge, is a powerful tool that lets you control your Android device from a computer. Whether it's managing apps, capturing screenshots, or accessing system logs, ADB simplifies tasks and unlocks advanced features, making it a must-know tool for every Android user.

Decided to upgrade your TV's built-in speakers to a proper home theater setup? One of the most important decisions you'll have to make is to choose between the 2.1, 5.1, or 7.1 sound systems. Let's go over the types and what each can do for you.

Getting ready for a trip can be stressful. These accessories will make packing less chaotic and ensure you have everything you need while traveling.

Slack is the most used messenger app for companies and teams worldwide. However, if youre in a team that uses Slack while you are using Linux, installing the program may take a few extra steps. Lets go over the process for your distro so you can start Slacking.

Are you still holding on to your Windows Phone? Well, its time for you to upgrade. However, for those of you with a device thats just a few years old, here are some ways to make Reddit run faster than the speed of paint dryingwithout dropping a thousand bucks.

Windows 11s Network Discovery feature makes your PC visible to other devices on your network. Ill explain to you what this feature does in more detail and how you can turn it on (or off) on your PC.

Black Friday can be a great time to nab a deal, and reading product reviews is one way to assess whether something is worth buying. However, not every review is genuine, so it's important to know how to spot which are fake.

Whether you're creating an attractive business presentation, an engaging college lesson, or an online quiz, PowerPoint's tools can help you make your slides look the part. Regardless of their purpose, professionally designed PowerPoint presentations increase the impact of whatever you're delivering.

You've likely heard you should never run a command or script that you don't fully understand in the Linux terminal (or any command line). Unfortunately, the syntax for command-line apps can be tricky to break down and understand. Here's how ChatGPT can help.

You dont need a fancy expensive camera to take good photos of people. Focus on a few basic techniques, learn how to use your camera, and take a few chances to get the best shots. Heres how.

PlayStation Plus is a pretty solid deal, giving subscribers access to new and classic games, plus exclusive discounts and other benefits. But the service has some pretty glaring issues too, mainly with its games catalog which is hampered by poor organization and discoverability.

Growing up, taking care of real-world responsibilities and menial tasks often felt like an interruption to my precious playtime. Now that I'm older, my taste for chores in real life has hardly changed but I find myself drawn to virtual busywork in my gaming sessions.

Threads, officially known as the text-based social media app created by Instagram to compete with X (formerly Twitter), has quickly become popular since its launch in July 2023. If you're wondering how to check if someone's blocked you on Threads, you're in the right place.

Some options to beef up security on your Windows computer aren't available in the Settings app. You can find them in the Group Policy Editor, provided you're using Windows Pro or Enterprise editions. Let's look at several of them.