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How to Quickly Find Screenshots in Google Photos
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Google Photos keeps your photos organized in folders and one of the folder categories is your device screenshots. Besides, Photos can automatically recognize potential screenshot images. Hence, if you're looking to find on-device screenshots or screenshots that were previously uploaded to Photos, here's how to quickly find Screenshots in Google Photos.

How to Log Out of Netflix on Smart TV
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Logging out of your Netflix account on a smart TV might feel like a daunting task since you have to use the remote to navigate the app, but it is pretty easy to do so if you know where to look. The sign out option is available from Get Help menu in the Netflix app on Android, Google and Tizen OS TVs, while you can find it within settings on Apple TV.

How to Access and Use iPhone Clipboard
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An iPhone doesn't have a visible clipboard that keeps a record of the contents you've copied. So, you won't see or edit the clipboard contents by default, but you can access and paste the last item you copied. The easiest way to access and use a clipboard on an iPhone is to paste the contents into an app's text field. You can also use the Shortcuts app to view the clipboard contents on your iPhone.

How to Back Up Google Messages
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In this guide, we have provided two ways that can help you backup Google Messages. You can turn on Google's automatic backup from the settings app on your Android phone or you can use the third party app called Backup & Restore. This will help you backup messages and call logs for free. You can even create a local backup using the app.

What Do Orange and Green Dots on Your iPhone Mean?
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An orange dot in the iPhone status bar or Dynamic Island means an app is currently using the microphone on your device. A green dot in the iPhone status bar or Dynamic Island means an app is actively using the camera on your device. If you want to know which apps are using your camera and microphone, open the Control Center and check the top section. If an app is using a camera or microphone unnecessarily, you must go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone/Camera and disable the access.

How to Take a Screenshot on Mac
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There are several ways to capture screenshots on a Mac. First, Shift + Command + 3 is the Mac screenshot shortcut to capture the entire screen. Second, if you want to capture a portion of the screen, use the Shift + Command + 4 Mac screenshot shortcut. Third, you can use the Shift + Command + 4 + Space bar keys to capture a window or menu on your Mac. Besides, you can press the Shift + Command + 5 keyboard shortcut to take a Screenshot on Mac Using Screen Capture Window.

A poor internet connection is one of the most common reasons why you see “There was an error connecting to the Apple ID server”. If your iPhone can't connect to the Apple ID server, you must check your internet connection, turn off VPN, set the date & time to automatically, check the Apple ID server status, or restart your device. If nothing works, you can reset the network settings on your iPhone.

How to Transfer Spotify Playlists to Apple Music
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Both Spotify and Apple Music don't have the native functionality of allowing you to transfer playlists. So, if you're planning on doing so, you will need to take the help of a third-party tool like Tune My Music. To use the service, simply head over to the website via your desired browser, sign in to both the services, select the playlists and tracks you want to transfer and do so at one go.

10 Best Android Auto Apps to Supercharge Your Commute
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There are a ton of Android Auto apps that you can use to make your life easier but finding the ones the make the most impact could be difficult. Here are a few apps like Spotify, YouTube Music, Waze, Police Scanner, and more that can enhance your Android Auto experience from top to bottom.

How to Customize Bubbles in Google Messages
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The Google Messages app allows customization of chat bubble colors, although it's limited to individual conversations. This feature is only available for RCS chats. The web version of Google Messages doesn't support bubble color changes, but offers theme changes for readability.

How to Turn Off SOS on iPhone
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To disable Emergency SOS shortcuts on an iPhone, go to Settings > Emergency SOS and turn off the Call with Hold and Release and Call with 5 Button Presses options. If you've got an iPhone 14 or later, you can also choose to turn on/off the Call After Serious Crash option. When you disable these shortcuts, you can launch Emergency SOS through the power-off screen.

Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac Deals
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Amazon Prime Day Sale brings some amazing Apple deals that can help you save some serious cash. You can grab some tempting offers on your favorite iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks. Check out the best Amazon Prime Day Apple deals.

Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best Smart TV Deals You Shouldn’t Miss
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With the Amazon Prime Day sale upon us, we have curated this list containing a some of the best deals available for Smart TVs that will go live during the sale. We have included offers and discounts from different popular brands and across various screen size so you can pick the one whichever fits your wall and budget.

Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best Gaming Laptop Deals
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If you have been saving up to get a great gaming laptop, the ongoing Amazon Prime Day Sale is definitely your destination. From entry-level to mid-range ones and even high-end gaming laptops, there are some impressive discounts to grab. We have handpicked the best ones to make things easier for you. See the complete list here!

Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best TWS Earbuds Deals for Every Budget
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In this read, we have compiled a list of the best deals available for truly wireless earbuds on Amazon Prime Day 2024, ranging from cheap and inexpensive to Premium options. You are sure to find something here that fits your budget.

Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best Phone Deals with Big Discounts
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The Amazon Prime Day Sale has started and will go on till July 21. The sale brings a bunch of impressive discounts on phone and we have handpicked the best ones for you to get your hands on. You will find the complete list of deals right here!

How to Stop Windows Apps From Opening on Startup
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To enhance performance on Windows 11 and 10, I strongly recommend users to prevent apps from launching on startup. It can significantly improve the boot time and make your PC fast and usable. On both Windows 11 and 10, you can disable startup apps from the Task Manager and Windows Settings.


How to Scan QR Codes on Android
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Scanning QR codes is one of the fundamental things and Android has a few really easy ways to do it. They include using Google Lens, Lock screen shortcuts, and using a third-party app. Besides, you can also use your phone's pre-installed camera application if it supports scanning QR codes.

How to Delete One or All Tweets on X (Twitter)
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Whether you want to delete an embarrassing tweet or just purge your X account completely, you can do so using the methods discussed in this read. We have discussed how you can delete individual tweets on mobile app and website as well as mentioned a third party app to delete your complete post history from the platform.

How to Fix ChatGPT Error in Moderation
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ChatGPT shows an 'Error in Moderation' and refuses to generate a response when the AI model thinks that your prompt is sensitive and might be used to generate harmful content. In such a scenario, it's recommended to tweak your prompt in such a way that it's not flagged by the AI model. Apart from that, you can re-login on ChatGPT to see if the problem has been fixed or not.

MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro: Which One Should You Buy?
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Apple offers a slew of MacBooks across a wide range of prices. MacBook Air is perfect for students and professionals with basic needs as it can easily manage everyday tasks due to its portability, affordability, and decent performance. The MacBook Pro lineup has brighter displays, more RAM/storage, and stronger M3 Pro/Max chips, thus making it better for creative professionals. Read along as we help you decide which MacBook is the best pick for you.

How to Check Notification History on Android
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The Notification history feature lets you access notifications that you may have accidentally dismissed. It works on all devices with Android 12 or later and can be accessed by tapping the No notifications text in the Notification space or by going to Settings > Notifications.

How to Use Google Lens on Android and iPhone
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Google Lens is easily one of the best apps you can have on your Android or iOS smartphones for it's powerful and different use cases. There are many ways to access Google Lens on both Android and iOS, including from the Google app on iOS to the standalone app on Android, and from Google Photos and Google Chrome.

20 Tips to Improve Apple Watch Battery Life
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There are several ways to improve your Apple Watch battery life. Check out these 20 tips to save and extend the battery on your Apple watch. Whether you're looking for ways to maintain battery health on your Apple Watch in the long run or want to make your Apple Watch last a little longer, these tips will surely come in handy.

7 Best Workout Apps to Get Back in Shape
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Workout apps are a popular category on app stores. Some of the best free and paid workout apps you can download right now are Nike Training Club, Peloton, Map My Fitness, Caliber, Centr, iFIT, and 30 Days apps. The first three apps are completely free or have lots of free content, while the rest of the app except 30 Days are paid and meant for die-hard fitness enthusiasts.

How to View and Delete Google Lens History
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Google Lens is a great piece of software for visual search from your camera and gallery and comes in really handy to do homework and other things. However, all your searches using Lens may pile up over time and you might need to delete them for a clean up. You can do so by launching Lens, going to Lens history, and deleting your search history from the Google activity page. The process Is quite similar on PC and iOS.

OnePlus Watch 2R vs Watch 2: What’s the Difference?
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The OnePlus Watch 2R has launched for Rs 17,999 in the Indian market, making it Rs 7,000 cheaper than the OnePlus Watch 2. However, it renders the Watch 2 pointless in the subcontinent, since it arrives with the same health sensors, OS and processor. The only difference lies in the design, where the Watch 2R shines as well due to its chronographic dial. However, the Watch 2 sports a more superior build quality, thanks to being made out of stainless steel and undergoing military-grade testing.

OnePlus Nord 4 vs IQOO Neo 9 Pro: Best Mid-range Phone?
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In this comparison, we will put the newly launched OnePlus Nord 4 which comes with a refreshing metal design and a compact form factor against the IQOO Neo 9 Pro which offers exceptional performance. Both these midrange devices bring something unique to the table but which one is right for you? We will answer it in this read.

OnePlus Nord 4 vs Realme GT 6T: Which Should You Buy?
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The newly launched OnePlus Nord 4 certainly seems like a better option over the Realme GT 6T. That's just not because of the superior all-metal design, but better performing cameras and an impressive 6 years of software updates. The display of the Realme GT 6T is its only worth-it redeeming quality which, if you want an entertainment-centric phone, will make more sense. For the most part, the Nord 4 is the more versatile device.

OnePlus Nord 4 vs Motorola Edge 50 Pro: Mid-Range Battle Winner?
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If you're in the market for a smartphone under Rs 30,000, the Nord 4 is definitely the practical choice. From a better display to a significantly superior processor, it's a very versatile device. However, if you're looking for a cleaner software experience and slightly better cameras, Moto Edge 50 Pro is the way to go. Both are good phones, aimed at two different userbases.

How to Flush DNS Cache on Mac
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A DNS cache is a memory on your device's OS that stores information about all the previous requests made to the DNS server from your device. You can clear the DNS cache on Mac using Terminal. Use Spotlight to search for Terminal and then enter the command "sudo dscacheutil -flushcache; sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder". You need to enter different commands to flush the DNS cache on older macOS versions.

10 Best Wireless Earbuds You Must Check Out in 2025
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In this read, we have listed down the best wireless earbuds in different categories, ranging from the best for sound, noise cancellation, compatibility, midrange, and budget. This will help you decide which earbuds you should go for depending on your preferences.

Best iPad Deals in August 2024: Get up to $200 Discount
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Now that the 2024 iPad Pro M4 and iPad Air M2 have hit the markets, you can spot some amazing deals on the previous iPad models. Also, you can get your hands on some once-in-a-while deals on the latest iPad models. At the moment, retailers like Amazon and Best Buy offer some great discounts on iPads this summer. Read on to know the best deals on iPads available at the moment.

How to Bulk Delete Facebook Posts
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If you have been using Facebook from its early days, then you might have shared a bunch of silly or random stuff that is embarrassing to look back upon. Good thing is that the app lets you delete posts in bulk from the Manage posts section, available right from your profile page. From there, you can delete multiple posts at once. The feature works similarly on the Facebook app for Android and iPhone, as well as the website.

Best Macs for Video Editing in 2024
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Right from the portable MacBooks to the powerful Macs, you can choose from a dozen of video editing Apple computers. The 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Pro/ M3 Max is the best MacBook for editing videos. The M2 Pro Mac mini is the most portable option, and the iMac M3 is the best Mac for video editing on a budget. If you're a pro-grade user or a studio-quality editor, you can go for the Apple Mac Studio or the most expensive Apple Mac Pro.

How to Lock an Apple Watch
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The best way to lock an Apple Watch is to enable Wrist Detection on your smartwatch. For this, go to Settings -> Passcode and turn on Wrist Detection. To lock your Apple Watch manually, disable Wrist Detection, set an Apple Watch passcode, and tap on the lock icon from the Control Center. You can choose to lock your Apple Watch while swimming, having a shower, or going for water sports.

How to Find Out Which Apple Watch You Have
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To check which Apple Watch you have, you can check the engraving on the back of your smartwatch or find out your Apple Watch model number from the Settings app. Once you have the unique model number, use the tables to find out exactly which Apple Watch version you own.

How to Turn On Dark Mode on iPhone and iPad
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Dark Mode offers a more comfortable viewing experience in low-light conditions. To enable Dark Mode in Settings on an iPhone, go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Dark Mode. You can also go to Control Center, long-press the Brightness slider, and choose Dark Mode. Finally, you can ask Siri to turn on or off Dark Mode on iOS.

How to Connect PS4 Controller to Android and iPhone
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If you want to connect your PS4 controller to an Android or iOS device, simply long-press the Share and PS buttons on the controller. That will make the controller enter pairing mode, thereby appearing on your phone's Bluetooth devices panel. Here, on Android, you will find it listed as "Wireless Controller", while on an iPhone, it shows up as "DUALSHOCK 4 Wireless Controller".

How to Find Your Lost AirPods Case
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You must enable Find My on your paired Apple device to track your lost AirPods. If your AirPods case has at least one earbud inside it, you can use the Find My app or iCloud to find your lost AirPods case. If you own an AirPods Pro 2 model, you can easily find an AirPods case without earbuds in it. In case you can't find the AirPods case, you can buy a replacement case from Apple.

How to Check Apple Watch Battery Health and Usage
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Just like an iPhone, an Apple Watch has a dedicated menu that shows battery information like battery health and usage. To check Apple Watch Battery Heath, go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health. While you can't see apps consuming the most battery, you can go to Settings > Battery to see a breakdown of your Apple Watch's battery usage.