“HTD Tech Tip” collection
Solve common technical frustrations with quick, actionable “Tech Tips” and expert software workarounds. This series provides fast solutions for optimizing your devices and resolving minor technical glitches in seconds.
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View all →February 12, 2018
14 Apple Watch Tips & Tricks You Might Not Know About
Whether you have an Apple Watch Series 3, Series 2, or Series 1, it is always helpful to have a bunch of tips and tricks to get the most out of your Apple smartwatch. This is a list of my favorite items after testing the Watch Series 3 and Series 1. How many do you know about?
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January 19, 2018
How To Create a “Work” Menu in Office 2016 & Office 365 of Pinned Documents
In previous versions of Microsoft Office for Mac, you were able to create something called a "Work" menu. In Office 2016/Office 365, you can no longer do that. But, there is a way to use similar functionality to get the same results. It's easy and this article shows how to do it.
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January 9, 2018
2 New Year’s Resolutions Solved with 1 Device – Western Digital My Passport External Hard Drive
Western Digital has a nice little (but high-capacity) portable hard drive called the WD My Passport. Using the My Passport actually helped me on my path to accomplishing two New Year's Resolutions: back up my computer & learn Final Cut Pro. And I learned multiple tips along the way which I shared.
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November 27, 2017
*Privacy Not Included…But Should be Required! Mozilla’s Connected Shopping Guide
If you're buying a connected gift this holiday season, learn about its privacy & safety. Review of Mozilla's *Privacy Not Included guide & how it helps!
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October 5, 2017
How To Easily Apply Multiple PowerPoint Slide Designs or Themes to a Single Presentation
How to easily apply multiple designs, themes, and styles on a single Microsoft PowerPoint presentation. It's a lot easier to do than you might think!
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September 18, 2017
Top 10 iOS 11 Features You Should Know About & Use Immediately
Here are the top iOS 11 features as compiled by HighTechDad. iOS 11 has many great enhancements so this article outlines how to use the top iOS 11 features.
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September 15, 2017
Windows 10 Screensaver Not Working? Try These Fixes! [Updated]
Did your Microsoft Windows 10 screensaver stop working? Here are some tips on how to find the screen saver settings and how to fix the issue on Win10.
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June 9, 2017
An Apple “Beta” Is Exactly That, A Beta! (20+ Tips & Advice When Using iOS & macOS Betas)
If you are installing or planning to install Apple iOS & macOS beta software, you need to be prepared. Tips, tricks, and advice when installing these betas.
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May 2, 2017
How to Assess Your Home for a Solar Panel Upgrade – PG&E Renewable Energy Tools
When installing a solar panel system on your home, you must do a lot of research prior. PG&E has a variety of custom tools & tips to help with this process.
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April 26, 2017
6 Tips to a More Enjoyable & Energy-Efficient Swimming Pool
If you want a more energy-efficient and enjoyable residential swimming pool, here are six tips you can do to achieve that.
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April 11, 2017
These Personalized Tools from PG&E Will Help You Save Money & Energy
2 tools from Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), the Home Energy Checkup & Rate Comparison Tools allow consumers to save money and energy. Here's how they work.
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March 24, 2017
How To Build a Brilliant Website (Hint: Hosting Helps!)
There are a lot of things to think about when creating a brilliant website. It's like designing, building & decorating a home. Some "construction" tips.
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